Thanksgiving at BJU
Much like Thanksgiving dinner is an array of delicious turkey, stuffing, green bean casserole and more, the season of Thanksgiving offers the University family and guests a variety of exciting events to attend.
Featured Events
![]() | Nov. 18–21 — Great ExpectationsThe Bob Jones University Classic Players present this adaptation of Charles Dickens’ Victorian novel Great Expectations, the story of an orphan boy who inherits a mysterious fortune. This event is open to the public. Purchase tickets online or call 864.770.1372. |
![]() | Nov. 21 — Turkey Bowl 5K RunThe Turkey Bowl 5K Run, sponsored by the Alumni Association, is Nov. 21 at 9 a.m. This year’s proceeds will go to the Demonstrative Need Scholarship Fund. Eligible to run are BJU alumni, faculty/staff, present BJU and BJA students, and family members of runners. Cost: Current BJU/BJA Student — $10; Non-student — $20 |
![]() | Nov. 21 — Turkey BowlThe top American and National League men’s soccer teams square off in the season’s culmination of team effort. The pre-game show begins at 6:30 p.m. at Alumni Stadium, and the game begins at 7. Of course, what Turkey Bowl would be complete without the much-anticipated halftime show? This event is free and open to the public. |
![]() | Nov. 23 — Thanksgiving Praise ServiceThe Thanksgiving Praise Service held at 11 a.m. in Founder’s Memorial Amphitorium is the last chapel before Thanksgiving break. Congregational songs supplemented with multimedia, a vocal ensemble and orchestra, scripture meditations and testimonies all focus on Who God is and what that means for His children. This event is free and open to the public. |
![]() | Nov. 26 — Thanksgiving DinnerThanksgiving dinner will be held in the Varsity Room of the Dining Common from 11:45 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. Delicious turkey and dressing, rice, gravy, vegetables, cranberry sauce and Parkerhouse rolls will be served. Meal tickets may be purchased at the Dining Common. |
All Events
| Woodwind Choir | Nov. 16 | 5 p.m. | Stratton Hall | — |
| Lyric Choir and Glee Club | Nov. 19 | 5 p.m. | War Memorial Chapel | — |
| Great Expectations | Nov. 18-21 | 8 p.m./2 p.m. | Rodeheaver Auditorium | $12-$30 |
| Concert Band | Nov. 20 | 5 p.m. | Stratton Hall | — |
| Concert Choir | Nov. 20 | 7 p.m. | War Memorial Chapel | — |
| Turkey Bowl Festivities | Nov. 21 | 6:30 p.m. | Alumni Stadium | — |
| 5K Run | Nov. 21 | 9 a.m. | Activity Center | $10 / $20 |
| Praise Service | Nov. 23 | 11 a.m. | Founder's Memorial Amphitorium | — |
| Flute Choir & Ensemble | Nov. 23 | 5 p.m. | War Memorial Chapel | — |
| Thanksgiving Break | Nov. 25-30 | |||
| Thanksgiving Dinner | Nov. 26 | 11:45 a.m. | Dining Common | $5 / $6.50 |





