Day at The Beach | Schedule, Tours, and Map
DAY AT THE BEACH is a FREE single-day immersive experience for newly-admitted students that provided an exclusive first-look at Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà colleges, campus tours, academic resources, student organizations, and more.
Select a category below for scheduled activities on Saturday, April 12, 2025:
On Saturday, April 12, QR code signs are displayed around campus with links to the interactive Day at The Beach event map. Find college showcases, special experiences, bus stops, tour meet-up points, and more.
Want to visit campus? Access general campus maps via csulb.edu/maps. Plus, explore Long Beach Hotel Information and Visitor Guides.
| Time | Experience | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. | Welcome to The Beach! | Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà |
| 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. (doors open at 8:00 a.m.) | Welcome Experience 1 (Ticket required for entry to Pyramid*) | Walter Pyramid |
| 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Resource Fair | Friendship Walk |
| 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Campus Tours | Various |
| 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Housing Tours | Hillside Gateway and Parkside Commons |
| 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | College Showcases | Various |
| 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Food Trucks and Campus Dining Available | Various |
| 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. (doors open at 11:00 a.m.) | Welcome Experience 2 (Ticket required for entry to Pyramid*) | Walter Pyramid |
| 3:00 p.m. | Event Ends |
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We look forward to seeing you at The Beach, rain or shine!
(Please note: Event Schedule is subject to change.)
Modified Campus Tours are provided as part of the Day at The Beach experience on a first come first serve bases.
when on campus to explore Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà and visit popular locations—including the University Student Union (USU), Library, Beach Shops, Student Recreation & Wellness Center (SRWC), Earl Burns Japanese Miller Garden, and more! You may also use the Self-Guided Tour Brochure.
Can't make it to Day at The Beach? Campus tours are available year-round. Learn more about Tours.
Housing tours are provided as part of the Day at The Beach experience.
For general housing information, visit University Housing & Residential Life.
Enjoy food, refreshments, and snacks wherever you are on campus. Don't forget to stop by the University Bookstore to grab all your new BEACH gear - family items included!
Visit the interactive map to find your way to whatever you need!
Where to shop!
8 am - 5 pm
Art Store
9 am - 4 pm
Where to eat!
Restaurants
- Carl's Jr. – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Subway – 10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Papalucci's – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Nugget Grill and Pub – 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Outpost Grill – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Coffee and Drinks
- Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Caffeine Lab – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Shake Smart – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Robek's Juice – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Convenience Stores
- Outpost Convenience Store – 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Bookstore Convenience Store – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dining and retail on campus is brought to you by and Beach Shops auxiliaries.
will be free. See parking and transportation resources below.
Parking
Alternative transportation to Áù¾ÅÉ«ÌÃ
Welcome to the Beach, LBUSD graduates!
Graduating seniors and transfer students from LBUSD schools are invited to the Promise Meet & Greet during Day at the Beach.
Meet & Greets will be held at 11am and 2pm - join us for refreshments and learn about your opportunities as a Promise student at Áù¾ÅÉ«ÌÃ.
For more information, email promise@csulb.edu or find the Promise table at the Day at the Beach resource fair.
Promise Meet & Greet Session 1
KIN 059 (Kinesiology Building near the Resource Fair)
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Promise Meet & Greet Session 2
KIN 059 (Kinesiology Building near the Resource Fair)
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
