4 students smiling for the camera during homecoming parade

New Bruin Bucket List

New Bruins

Explore Nashville!

Besides studying, making new friends and getting involved in student activities…there’s a lot of fun to be had as a new Belmont Bruin with so much to do on and off campus!

Orientation leaders smiling for a picture together

Welcome Week

From Move-in Day, Tower Jam, SERVE and Life Under the Tower– your journey as a Belmont Bruin begins with a full slate of activities and Belmont traditions.

band performing on stage at battle of the bands

Battle of the Belmont Bands

Grab your friends, a frisbee, a blanket and head to the lawn for an evening of music by some of Belmont’s most talented student and alumni bands.

Students hiking at radnor lake

Radnor Lake

Take in some nature and go for a hike at nearby Radnor Lake.

students dancing at throwback prom

Throwback Prom

Dance the night away to your favorite retro tunes.

Students taking a selfie on the pedestrian bridge downtown

Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge

Take a pic downtown from one of the best spots to view the Nashville skyline.

Plung Students take a group photo outside

Immersion/Plunge

Make a difference in the lives of others on a student-led mission trip by serving at Immersion (fall break) or Plunge (spring break)

The fountain in freedom plaza at night

The Fountains

Check out the beautiful Belmont fountains at night.

Bear creek statue outside on a sunny day

Bear Creek

There’s nothing more relaxing than listening to the soft sounds of water cascading down Bear Creek.

A boat on Percy Priest lake

Percy Priest Lake

If water is your thing–then the recreational activities at Percy Priest Lake are a must!

Belmont basket ball player playing Lipscomb player during battle of the boulevard

Battle of the Boulevard

Lose your voice cheering at Battle of the Boulevard when the Belmont Bruins take on the Lipscomb Bisons.

Bruiser the Bruin pointing

Bruiser

Say cheese…and take a selfie with Bruiser.

Student playing guitar outside on lawn during live on the lawn

Live on the Lawn

Check out talented Belmont students as they perform on The Lawn on Fridays in the Fall.

Agents of Hope mural on Belmont's campus

Belmont Murals

Snap a photo at one of Belmont’s amazing murals.

Students playing instruments in the quad

Music on the Quad

Catch a student concert in McAfee, Massey Performing Arts Center, Curb Café or the Quad.

Students walking down 12 South

12 South

This neighborhood is a foodie and shopping paradise! Try everything from ice cream, to burgers, pizza and tacos in the 12South Neighborhood, while checking out the amazing retail options.

Girl rock climbing in the student life center

Beaman Student Life Center

Climb the Beaman rock wall, take a group fitness class or rent gear and go camping for the weekend.

The ryman stage

Ryman Auditorium

Take in a live show downtown at one of the most famous performance venues in the world.

Homecoming king and queen pse of picture after being crowned

Homecoming

Celebrate all things Belmont with a week full of activities–including the Homecoming Pep Rally, Chapel, Concert, Tailgate, Men & Women’s Basketball Games, and of course, the crowning of the Homecoming King & Queen.

Five points pizza sign in East Nashville

East Nashville

Check out the eclectic, historic and hip area of East Nashville–home to many visual artists and musicians.

Student hugging a fluffy white dog

Puppies & Popsicles

Take an exam study break at the Lila Bunch Library with puppies and popsicles.

Student getting food from a food truck

Food Truck Fridays

From international cuisine, burgers, pizza and sweet treats; explore new flavors at Food Truck Friday!

students exploring the exhibits in the National Museum of African American Music

National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM)

Soak in the sounds and interactive exhibits at the NMAAM, which showcases the musical genres inspired, created or influenced by African-Americans.