BBYO INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION 2025

ADULT EXPERIENCE

FOR SUPPORTERS, PARENTS, ALUMNI, PARTNERS, AND FRIENDS

We're determined to keep you well-fed and hydrated. We've lined up some exciting options outside of meals to enjoy throughout your experience. Check out the hours on the Food 🍟  tab and Late Night Food is back, too! Place your pre-orders via the IC App. Enjoy!

Adult Experience Schedule

Daily Services

Mincha

4:30 pm

Join us for Mincha, a little afternoon prayer, as we get ready to kick off our time at IC 2025.

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Adult Experience

IC Site Tour

5:30 pm

Learn how BBYO teens and professionals transform a hotel into an immersive, Jewish environment designed to inspire and astonish! Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour highlighting how innovation and imagination create an incredible experience for the entire community at IC.

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Adult Experience

Mingle with Teen Leadership

6:30 pm

Meet with teen leaders from 50 countries across BBYO's global movement that are participating in our February Executives Conference.

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Adult Experience

BBYO International Board of Directors and Global Supporters Dinner

7:00 pm

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Adult Experience

Democracy in Action

9:00 pm

Get a peek into BBYO’s teen democracy at the AZA & BBG International Business Meeting.

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Adult Experience

Sip and Socialize

9:30 pm

Join the adult community for drinks and networking at the Embers Lodge Bar in the hotel atrium.

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Daily Services

Ma'ariv

10:15 pm

End your day with a traditional Ma'ariv experience. The format, rituals, and general vibe will draw from the classic set up and might be familiar regardless of where you come from; however, by embracing this service with Jewish peers from across the globe, you might see some new traditions or be surprised by a slightly different approach to evening prayer.

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Adult Experience

Breakfast on Your Own

8:00 am

Enjoy a meal at the hotel restaurants using the meal voucher received at check-in.

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Adult Experience

BBYO International Board of Directors Meeting (Invite Only)

9:00 am

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Adult Experience

Summit on Pluralism (Invite Only)

10:00 am

The Jewish community is experiencing a fundamental shift in how educational leadership is developed and how Jewish education is delivered. Once the domain of denominationally-based schools and religious institutions, educators and content are now emerging from new and independent initiatives that are no longer bound by the dogmas that have defined Jewish communities for over a century. This Summit will explore how this trend might influence the delivery of a more pluralistic approach to Jewish education and content in the years to come. The aim is to spark future conversations between legacy and emerging leaders in Jewish education about how to address the needs of an increasingly diverse Jewish community.

Featuring:

Rabbi Pinchas Allouche, Rabbi, Congregation Beth Tefillah

Adult Experience

IC Site Tour

11:00 am

Learn how BBYO teens and professionals transform a hotel into an immersive, Jewish environment designed to inspire and astonish! Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour highlighting how innovation and imagination create an incredible experience for the entire community at IC.

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Adult Experience

Adult Experience Lunch

12:00 pm

Please grab lunch on your own using the provided vouchers.

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Adult Experience

Navigating Tough Conversations with Youth

1:30 pm

This powerful discussion will provide parents, educators, and community leaders with the tools and insights needed to effectively navigate tough conversations with young people. By blending Jewish wisdom, personal experience, and practical communication techniques, we will explore how to approach sensitive topics—whether related to identity, sexuality, values, or life choices—with empathy, clarity, and confidence. This session is especially relevant for those who are balancing multiple roles in their personal, family, and professional lives, offering a framework for handling difficult conversations in ways that align with Jewish values and parenting approaches.

Featuring:

Drew Fidler, BBYO Center for Adolescent Wellness; Dr. Logan Levkoff, Expert in Difficult Conversations

Adult Experience

Insights: Birthright Israel’s Crisis Response

2:30 pm

Join Noa Bauer, VP of Marketing at Birthright Israel, for coffee and tea as she shares how the organization tackled crises with strategic messaging, trust-building, and swift action. Learn how they inspired Jewish pride and engagement amid challenges like antisemitic trends, parental concerns, and shifting global events.

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Noa Bauer, Birthright Israel

Adult Experience

The Power of Leadership in Shaping the Story of Israel and the Jewish People

3:30 pm

This panel discussion brings together experts, journalists, and communicators to explore the critical role of media in shaping the narrative of Israel and the Jewish people, both within the Jewish community and the broader world. In an era of rapidly evolving digital platforms and ever-changing media landscapes, how can Jewish narratives be shared in a way that is both accurate and compelling? How do media outlets and content creators—traditional and modern—impact perceptions of Israel, Jewish identity, and Jewish history?

Featuring:

Ari Ackerman, Miami Marlins, Influencer; Lani Anpo, Native American and Jewish Advocate, Model & Anti-Propagandist; Daniel Elbaum, Jewish Agency for Israel; Shye Klein, Photojournalist & Nova Survivor; Avi Mayer, Former Editor-in-Chief, The Jerusalem Post; Brandon Rattiner, Jewish Community Relations Council of Colorado

Daily Services

Mincha

4:00 pm

Join us for Mincha, a little afternoon prayer, before celebrating BBYO's biggest global reunion yet with IC 2025 Opening Ceremonies.

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Adult Experience

IC Site Tour

4:30 pm

Learn how BBYO teens and professionals transform a hotel into an immersive, Jewish environment designed to inspire and astonish! Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour highlighting how innovation and imagination create an incredible experience for the entire community at IC.

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Adult Experience

Community Welcome Celebration

6:30 pm

Join us as we thank the Denver Jewish community and celebrate the power of BBYO's global movement. Enjoy light bites and hear from some of BBYO's special guests as you claim the best seat in the house for BBYO's delegate parade.

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Happie Hoffman, HAPPIE music

Mainstage

BBYO UNITES: BBYO IC Opening Ceremonies | Doors Open

8:00 pm

Doors are now open for tonight's BBYO International Convention 2025 Opening Ceremonies!

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Mainstage

BBYO UNITES: BBYO IC Opening Ceremonies

8:30 pm

Join us for an electrifying celebration to kick off BBYO International Convention 2025 and our Movement's second century. We’ll come together to honor our Orders' timeless traditions and the vibrant Jewish future that teens across the globe are shaping. This dynamic, high-energy kickoff event will feature live music, stunning media, inspiring words, and a few incredible surprises, all while highlighting the spirit of resilience and joy driving Jewish teens worldwide toward new horizons. Our night will conclude with an IC-wide party to celebrate the start of our Movement's largest moment yet, setting the stage for a weekend of limitless possibilities. Let's go!

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Rabbi Pinchas Allouche, Congregation Beth Tefillah; Lorna Courtney, Original Broadway Cast, & Juliet; H.E. Isaac Herzog, President, State of Israel; Evan Kinnane, Original Broadway Cast, Moulin Rouge; Governor Jared Polis, State of Colorado; SASI, Founder, Nova Community and Producer, Nova Festival; Ben Jackson Walker, Original Broadway Cast, & Juliet

Adult Experience

Schusterman Family Philanthropies Late Night Reception (Invite Only)

9:30 pm

Enjoy snacks and a nightcap with the adult community.

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Daily Services

Ma'ariv

11:00 pm

End your day with a Ma'ariv experience. The format, rituals, and general vibe will draw from the classic set up and might be familiar regardless of where you come from; however, by embracing this service with Jewish peers from across the globe, you might see some new traditions or be surprised by a slightly different approach to evening prayer.

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Shacharit: Round 1

7:00 am

Let's kick off our first morning at IC with a traditional Shacharit service.

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Sports and Wellness

AZAA & BBGG Global Sports Tournament: Kickoff Plenary 📣

8:45 am

We're elevating IC's Sports and Wellness experience with our reimagined AZA Athletics (AZAA) and B'nai B'rith Girls Games (BBGG) Global Sports Tournament, featuring 12 sports categories across nine Denver-area venues. The day kicks off with an inspiring plenary session featuring professional leaders and renowned athletes from the sports industry, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the Maccabi Torch, which will next appear in Jerusalem at this summer's International Maccabiah in Israel! Game on, BBYO!

Featuring:

Ari Ackerman, Miami Marlins, Influencer; Chelsey Goldberg, Team Adidas, Professional Women's Hockey Players Association (PWHPA); Robert Kraft, Chairman and CEO, Kraft Group and Founder of the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism; Natan Levy, Professional MMA Fighter, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC); Sam Salz, Wide Receiver, Texas A&M Aggies; Claire Weinstein, U.S. Olympic Swimmer and Silver Medalist, Team USA

Mainstage

BBYO LEADS: Kickoff Plenary and Rally 📣

8:45 am

This year's BBYO LEADS Day kicks off with a rally and call-to-action featuring influencers and changemakers dedicated to combating antisemitism, defending Israel on social media, protecting individual, civil, and human rights, and repairing the world in various impactful ways. After our powerful and inspiring morning, thousands of delegates will spread across Denver to learn and volunteer at dozens of Leadership Lab sites, exploring new skills and making a difference in countless lives. Let's get to work, BBYO!

Featuring:

Lani Anpo, Native American and Jewish Advocate, Model & Anti-Propagandist; Daniel Braun, Content Creator, Talent & Creative Director, Let's Do Something; Jake Goldberg, Actor and Content Creator; Minister Sawsan Hasson, Minister for Public Diplomacy, Embassy of Israel; Robert Kraft, Chairman and CEO, Kraft Group and Founder of the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism; Maya Stanton, Activist; Ellie Zeiler, Influencer & Activist, Founder, EJZ Brands, LLC

Adult Experience

Beyond the Algorithm: Preparing Teens for Leadership in an AI-Driven World

9:30 am

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries and reshaping the future for teens. We will discuss AI's role in everyday life, its impact on future careers, and the importance of ethical innovation rooted in Jewish values. Attendees will gain insights into using AI responsibly, cultivating leadership in a tech-driven world, and envisioning how teens can shape a future where technology and values intersect.

Featuring:

Sean Lynch, Eidra; Jeffrey Stein, Resonance; Tyler Weitzman, Speechify

Adult Experience

Personal Narratives: Harnessing Storytelling and Marketing

10:30 am

In today’s fast-paced world of digital content and social media saturation, the power of personal storytelling has become a cornerstone of effective marketing and brand building. This panel conversation explores how individuals, entrepreneurs, and organizations can harness the art of storytelling to create authentic connections with their audiences, drive engagement, and strengthen their personal and professional brands. Gain insights into how personal narratives can be integrated into marketing strategies to create lasting impact.

Featuring:

Danielle Coopersmith, Kraft Heinz; Dan Fields, Walt Disney Imagineering; Sarah Hurwitz, Author; Jean Meltzer, Author

Adult Experience

From Passion to Purpose: Exploring Wellness, Media, and Creativity

11:30 am

How can mental health and well-being influence creativity, media, and career paths? This conversation dives into the personal and professional journeys of three inspiring leaders who’ve turned their passions into impactful careers. From redefining wellness to leading conversations through written and social media, these panelists will share how their unique perspectives, personal passions, and commitment to well-being have shaped their work. Join this session for an inspiring discussion that explores the intersection of mental health, creativity, and the evolving world of media.

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Samantha Harris, BBG Alumna of the Year, TV Host, Author, and Certified Health Coach; Ian Lopatin, Co-Founder, Spiritual Gangster; Karla Martinez, Editor in Chief, Vogue Mexico and Latin America; Dalia Strum, RethinkConnect

Adult Experience

Adult Experience Lunch

12:15 pm

Please join us for lunch as a part of the Adult Experience.

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Daily Services

Mincha

4:00 pm

Feel like taking a moment for some reflection and a pause amid everything happening at IC? Stop into the J-Lab for an afternoon Mincha service.

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Adult Experience

Welcoming Shabbat and Candle Lighting

4:45 pm

Join Rabbi Pinchas Allouche, Rabbi Emily Hyatt, and songleader Happie Hoffman for an uplifting and inspiring Shabbat welcome and candlelighting where community, tradition, and music come together to celebrate.

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Rabbi Pinchas Allouche, Congregation Beth Tefillah; Happie Hoffman, HAPPIE music; Rabbi Emily Hyatt, Temple Emanuel

Delegation Meeting

Delegation Meetings 👥

5:30 pm

Please check the back of your name tag for your delegation meeting location. This is an opportunity to check in with your home community, reflect on IC so far, and get the information you need.

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Meal

Shabbat Dinner | Aruchat Erev Shel Shabbat

7:45 pm

Shabbat Shalom! Make your way to Aurora Ballroom and join us at a table for a ruach (spirit)-filled Shabbat meal. Find a table by centerpiece—teens at blue, adults at pink, and staff at green. Please note that we will be actively using the screens and microphones during this meal. If you are looking for a Shomer Shabbat meal experience, please head to Willow Lake 3-5. | MENU: Grilled chicken breast with roasted potatoes and brussel sprouts. | NOTE: Requested Glatt Kosher and other special meals are available in both Shabbat dining halls—please see our staff team at the labeled table to collect your meal.

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Meal

Shabbat Dinner | Aruchat Erev Shel Shabbat (Shomer Shabbat)

7:45 pm

Shabbat Shalom! Seeking a Shomer Shabbat meal environment? Make your way to Willow Lake 3-5 for a ruach (spirit)-filled Shabbat meal. This dining hall is a technology and instrument-free space for those teens and guests looking for an unplugged Shabbat experience. | MENU: Grilled chicken breast with roasted potatoes and brussel sprouts. | NOTE: Requested Glatt Kosher and other special meals are available in both Shabbat dining halls—please see our staff team at the labeled table to collect your meal.

Featuring:

Ellie Zeiler, Influencer & Activist, Founder, EJZ Brands, LLC

Adult Experience

Adult Experience Oneg Shabbat Reception

9:00 pm

Join us for a night of nostalgia, networking, and dessert! Reconnect with friends, make new industry connections, and relive BBYO memories. Plus, don’t miss author Jean Meltzer and producer Brett Gursky as they discuss bringing The Matzo Ball to the big screen!

Featuring:

Brett Gursky, Hollywood Producer; Silvio Joskowicz, Zionist Enterprises Department, World Zionist Organization; Jean Meltzer, Author; Rachel Titen, Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen

Meal

Breakfast | Aruchat Boker

9:00 am

It's time to start your day right with a hearty meal. Today is going to be packed with incredible experiences, so get it going on the right foot at breakfast before diving into Shabbat services! Please note that we will be actively using microphones during this meal. If you are looking for a Shomer Shabbat meal experience, please head to Willow Lake 3-5. | MENU: Scrambled eggs with potato hash and pastries. | NOTE: Requested Glatt Kosher and other special meals are available in both Shabbat dining halls—please see our staff team at the labeled table to collect your meal.

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Meal

Breakfast | Aruchat Boker (Shomer Shabbat)

9:00 am

Seeking a Shomer Shabbat meal environment? It's time to start your day right with a hearty meal. Today is going to be packed with incredible experiences, so get it going on the right foot at breakfast before diving into Shabbat services! This dining hall is a technology and instrument-free space for those teens and guests looking for an unplugged Shabbat experience. | MENU: Scrambled eggs with potato hash and pastries. | NOTE: Requested Glatt Kosher and other special meals are available in both Shabbat dining halls—please see our staff team at the labeled table to collect your meal.

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Adult Experience

Adult Experience Brunch: Voices from the Druze Community

12:00 pm

Join Minister Sawsan Hasson, Head of Public Diplomacy for the Embassy of Israel and Israel's first female Druze diplomat, along with representatives from the Israeli Druze Yarka Community Center, a new year-round teen peer partner with BBYO, in a conversation with teens from Israel’s Druze community. BBYO is the first global Jewish teen movement to establish an ongoing relationship with Israel's Druze community, as part of an effort to deepen Israel education and enrichment for BBYO's teens across Israel and worldwide.

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Minister Sawsan Hasson, Minister for Public Diplomacy, Embassy of Israel; Mufid Abu Rish, Yarka Community, Israel; Nadeen Abu Rish, Yarka Community, Israel; Ghadi Kanan, Yarka Community, Israel; Robeen Kanan, Yarka Community, Israel; Shada Khatib, Yarka Community, Israel

Meal

Lunch | Aruchat Tzohorayim

12:00 pm

Lunch today is a great opportunity to sit with Alephs and BBGs who you haven't had a chance to get to know yet. There's so much IC left, it's a great opportunity to mix things up and make a new best friend. Please note that we will be actively using microphones during this meal. If you are looking for a Shomer Shabbat meal experience, please head to Willow Lake 3-5. | MENU: Cheddar mac and cheese with broccolini. | NOTE: Requested Glatt Kosher and other special meals are available in the dining hall—please see our staff team at the labeled table to collect your meal.

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Meal

Lunch | Aruchat Tzohorayim (Shomer Shabbat)

12:00 pm

Seeking a Shomer Shabbat meal environment? Lunch today is a great opportunity to sit with Alephs and BBGs who you haven't had a chance to get to know yet. There's so much IC left, it's a great opportunity to mix things up and make a new best friend. This dining hall is a technology and instrument-free space for those teens and guests looking for an unplugged Shabbat experience. | MENU: Cheddar mac and cheese with broccolini. | NOTE: Requested Glatt Kosher and other special meals are available in both Shabbat dining halls—please see our staff team at the labeled table to collect your meal.

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Mincha

4:45 pm

Join us for a traditional Mincha service on this wonderful Shabbat afternoon.

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Meal

Dinner | Aruchat Erev

6:30 pm

What a great day—and some of the biggest moments are still to come! Make sure you head to dinner and then join us as we can begin our transition from Shabbat to our Havdalah service and BBYO Honors Plenary filled with very special guests. Please note that we will be actively using microphones during this meal. If you are looking for a Shomer Shabbat meal experience, please head to Willow Lake 3-5. | MENU: Chicken breast with Mexican rice and cauliflower. | NOTE: Requested Glatt Kosher and other special meals are available in both Shabbat dining halls—please see our staff team at the labeled table to collect your meal.

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Meal

Dinner | Aruchat Erev (Shomer Shabbat with Havdalah)

6:30 pm

Seeking a Shomer Shabbat meal environment? This dining hall is a technology and instrument-free space for those teens and guests looking for an unplugged Shabbat experience. We will also be having Havdalah in this space at the halachik conclusion of Shabbat for those seeking that option. | MENU: Chicken breast with Mexican rice and cauliflower. | NOTE: Requested Glatt Kosher and other special meals are available in both Shabbat dining halls—please see our staff team at the labeled table to collect your meal.

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Mainstage

BBYO HONORS | Doors Open

7:00 pm

We have an incredible evening ahead—make sure you grab your seat early and prepare for one of the most famously meaningful moments of the year!

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Mainstage

BBYO HONORS | Havdalah and State of the Movement

7:45 pm

Our Orders' annual celebration has finally arrived—a beautiful Havdalah, hundreds of awards to celebrate, an inspiring State of the Movement, some major, transformative announcements for AZA and BBG, and exclusive time with some of today's biggest influencers and most inspiring speakers. And all of that before we enjoy this year's brand new AZA & BBG Ritual Showcase. This will be a night to remember!

Featuring:

Tara Davis-Woodhall, 2024 U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist, World Champion, and U.S. National Champion; Bobby Dishell, AZA Alumnus of the Year, Cloudbreak Energy Partners; Giancarlo Esposito, Award-Winning Actor, Director, and Producer; Eden Golan, Israeli Singer and 2024 Eurovision Contestant; Samantha Harris, BBG Alumna of the Year, TV Host, Author, and Certified Health Coach; Jake Retzlaff, Quarterback, BYU Cougars; Attorney General Phil Weiser, State of Colorado; Hunter Woodhall, Three Time Paralympian and 2024 U.S. Paralympic Gold Medalist

Daily Services

Ma'ariv

11:00 pm

After an amazing Shabbat and AZA & BBG Ritual Showcase, begin the new week right with a ma'ariv service.

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Daily Services

Shacharit

8:00 am

Start your day on the right foot with a traditional Shacharit service.

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Adult Experience

BaBy-YO 🐣

11:00 am

Start your morning by singing your favorite childhood songs with our BBYO music team. All are welcome to sing, dance, and giggle with a special invite to all future Alephs and BBGs! Brought to you by the IC Music Team.

Featuring:

Tema Cohen, IC Music Team; Debra Winter, IC Music Team; Julie Friedman, IC Music Team; Eva Stupca, IC Music Team; Mason Solomon, IC Music Team; Mayta Cohen, IC Music Team; Miriam Bird, IC Music Team; Nick May, IC Music Team; Ofir Zioni, IC Music Team; Rachel Wolman, IC Music Team

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Mincha

5:15 pm

Take a break from the busy IC schedule and join us for a traditional Mincha experience in the J-Lab.

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Block Party

BBYO Block Party: Closing Ceremonies and Concert

8:15 pm

Get ready for our BIGGEST BBYO Block Party yet! We've lined up incredible games, attractions, competitions, delicious treats, and a massive Closing Concert featuring Swae Lee and Galantis. We'll also announce the winners of the Max F. Baer Spirit Cup and Max F. Baer Spirit Gavel, and premiere our IC 2025 recap video! There's something for everyone tonight—enjoy your final night in Denver!

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Swae Lee; Galantis

Daily Services

Ma'ariv

11:15 pm

After an incredible time at the BBYO Block Party, stop by to join us for Ma'ariv on your way back up to your room.

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February 13-17, 2025 | Denver, Colorado

Don’t miss out on an incredible IC 2025! All alumni, parents, supporters, and adult members of our community are encouraged to join the fun this February in Denver.

Alongside hundreds of other adult attendees, join us to participate in a powerful few days of programming, keynote speakers, dialogues on topics of interest, networking sessions, reunions, Shabbat celebrations, and uplifting plenary events that will leave you with a renewed sense of pride and optimism for our Jewish future. Whether you’d like to attend IC for 24 hours, or join us for the entire weekend, we look forward to welcoming you as we celebrate an unforgettable IC 2025 together.

Read on to learn how you and your friends can be part of an extraordinary BBYO reunion this February in Denver, Colorado!

“IC is so nostalgic and so rewarding…it’s a wonderful way to reconnect with old BBYO friends and make new connections.”

Lisa Besserman

BBYO Big Apple Region, Class of 2002

“I am so impressed by being at a convention with 5,000 teens… it’s so vibrant! It’s so alive.”

Hedy Schabes Ovseyevitz

BBYO Mexico, Class of 1960

“IC is a phenomenal opportunity to come and see what BBYO is about and what it really means. Bringing this many people together is just astonishing and witnessing it in person is unforgettable.”

Jonathan Morris

BBYO United Kingdom

Packages

24-Hour IC Adult Experience

Date: Thursday, February 13 - Friday, February 14, 2025

Cost:
$325

Details:
Attend IC from midday Thursday, February 13 to midday Friday, February 14. Over 24 hours, you’ll enjoy exclusive sessions with keynote speakers and guests, network with other adults and communal leaders, and engage directly in dialogue with BBYO teens and adults on topics paramount to young people and the global Jewish community today.

In addition to these programs, you’ll experience the magic of IC firsthand—a Jewish event that now sells out for thousands of teens in less than 15 minutes—by witnessing our Olympics-style Opening Ceremonies on Thursday evening, as well as Friday morning sessions featuring trailblazers, global leaders, Jewish influencers, and of course nearly 4,000 loud and proud BBYO teens.

Alumni Association IC Adult Experience

Date: Thursday, February 13 - Saturday, February 15, 2025

Cost:
$450; Young Professional Rate (ages 21-40) $300 (discount applied at checkout)

Details:
Starting with an inspiring Welcome Reception on Thursday evening, join us in Denver from Thursday evening, February 13 through Saturday, February 15. In addition to experiencing IC Opening Ceremonies, you’ll join fellow alumni and friends for special adult sessions on Friday that will explore areas of both personal and professional development. Plus, you’ll enjoy Shabbat dinner and experiences at IC, an adults-only Oneg, Shabbat brunch, Limmud sessions with BBYO teens, and time for sightseeing around beautiful Denver on Saturday. We invite you to extend your evening to attend BBYO Havdalah on Saturday night in a packed convention room of thousands of teens and incredible speakers. Following Havdalah, alumni will lead teens through the rich history, rituals, and traditions that have made AZA and BBG home to so many over the last century. Don’t miss this amazing and inspirational BBYO reunion weekend! Please note, this experience is also open to friends of BBYO who are not alumni.

Five-Day IC Adult Experience

Date: Wednesday, February 12—Sunday, February 16, 2025

Cost: $675

Details: For adults from outside of the U.S., you’ll have the option of attending IC from Wednesday, February 12 to Sunday, February 16. In addition to the experiences listed above, which include Shabbat dinner and experiences, an adults-only Oneg, Shabbat brunch, Limmud sessions, and time for sightseeing, you’re invited to join fellow international community members and BBYO’s Board of Directors for dinner on Wednesday night. Plus, take in even more of what IC has to offer—including Havdalah and the State of the Order plenary on Saturday night—by staying at IC through the end of the weekend.

IC Adult Experience Day Pass

Cost: $180

Details: Attend a single day of BBYO International Convention (Thursday, Friday, or Saturday). Please note that Opening Ceremonies is on Thursday; Shabbat dinner is on Friday; and Havdalah takes place Saturday night. The IC 2025 Day Pass grants you entry to the convention for the entire day you select.

Denver Community Pass

Cost: $75

Details: As a member of the host community for IC, join us as a part of the Adult Experience on Thursday, February 13 in the evening.  Programming for our adult community begins on Thursday afternoon at 1:30 PM, followed by our signature Community Welcome Celebration at 6:30 PM, including light bites and addresses from BBYO Leadership. After that, community members are invited to attend IC 2024 Opening Ceremonies from 8 PM - 10 PM.

Sightseeing at IC 2025

As part of the IC Adult Experience on Saturday, explore Denver's sights with your BBYO friends. Recommended sightseeing options can be found at the link below. Please note that BBYO is not organizing transportation or staffing these experiences, but discounts for these tours are available.

Explore

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend IC 2025?

In addition to teen BBYO members, adults over the age of 21 and their families are invited to join us for the IC Adult Experience—including alumni, parents, supporters, and friends. High school students may only attend IC if they are members of BBYO who are registered for the teen IC experience (teens are not permitted to register for the IC Adult Experience with their families).

Children who are in eighth grade or below are permitted to attend IC with their families and must be supervised at all times while at IC.

What dates are adults invited to attend IC?

Please review the package descriptions on the IC adult registration site to explore the dates you can attend IC. We offer a 24-Hour Experience (midday Thursday to midday Friday), a three-day program at the Alumni Association Experience (Thursday evening to Saturday), and a Five-Day Experience for those who want to experience the magic of IC across the full weekend (Wednesday to Sunday). There is also an option to purchase a day pass for Thursday, Friday or Saturday at IC.

Are hotel accommodations included with IC registration?

Hotel accommodation may be added to your IC adult registration at an extra cost until capacity is reached. Alternatively, adults are invited to book their offsite accommodations, but please note that BBYO does not offer any discounted block rates at other Denver area hotels. Local hotels close to the IC site include Element by Westin, DoubleTree, and Atwell Suites by IHG. Guests staying at offsite locations must arrange their own transportation to IC events.

What meals are included at IC?

For guests attending the 24-Hour Adult Experience, meals are provided from Thursday lunch at 12:00 PM through brunch on Friday.

Guests attending the Alumni Association Experience are invited to join BBYO for a Welcome Reception on Thursday night; a Friday brunch and Friday night Shabbat dinner; and brunch on Saturday morning.

Guests attending the Five-Day Experience receive dinner on Wednesday; breakfast, lunch, and a Welcome Reception on Thursday; brunch and Friday night Shabbat dinner on Friday; and brunch on Saturday. Dinner on Saturday, and breakfast and dinner on Sunday may be added for an additional fee.

I am a parent of a BBYO teen who is also interested in attending IC. Can I register us both at the same time?

Adult and teen registration paths are separate. As of October 9, teen registration for IC 2025 is on a waitlist. Please use the ‘Teen Delegate’ registration path on the IC registration page to add your teen to the IC waitlist.

You may complete your adult registration when IC Adult Experience registration opens in November.

Can I apply to be a speaker for teens or adults attending IC?

Yes! We are very interested in hearing from alumni or other adults who want to speak at IC. We are looking for talented alumni to lead workshops and sessions at IC, and interested in hearing from those who want to speak on a panel about a topic of expertise. Click here to learn more about becoming a guest speaker at IC and apply here. (For some speakers, your time at IC could be funded by BBYO for the days on which you are speaking.) After we receive your application, a member of our team will be in touch.

How are safety and security managed at IC?

As our top priority, BBYO takes every precaution regarding security at IC. All policies, procedures, and protective measures are implemented in full collaboration with renowned security services that keep some of the American government's highest profile events safe as well as with all local, state, and national police and intelligence departments. More information is available upon request by delegates or delegate families of registered teens. Please note for security purposes, the name of the IC hotel will not be released until a few days before convention begins.

In addition, all adult attendees at IC will be required to consent and adhere to the BBYO IC Adult Code of Conduct.

I have been to IC as an adult attendee before. What’s new this year?

In addition to the opportunity to experience the power of IC and hear from world-renowned speakers and leaders, the IC 2025 Adult Experience will offer thought-provoking sessions both on topics of Jewish communal interest as well as personal and professional development. There is truly nothing like IC and now, adult attendees can experience the full force of a five-day festival of Jewish pride—while also growing their skills and networking with fellow alumni, supporters, and colleagues across several days of programs, workshops, and gatherings. Adults will also be able to visit landmarks across Denver on Saturday afternoon.

I am signed up for the IC Adult Experience. When am I allowed to arrive onsite at the IC hotel?

Members of BBYO’s Board of Directors and adult attendees traveling from outside the United States, may arrive at the IC hotel beginning on Wednesday at 2:00 PM (and no earlier). For safety and security purposes, all other adults participating in the 24-Hour Adult Experience, or the Alumni Association. Experience may arrive at the hotel no earlier than Thursday, February 13 at 8:00 AM. All adult guests must check in at the Adult Welcome Center in the IC hotel to receive their credentials before entering the main IC space or attending any adult programming.

We look forward to welcoming you! If you have any questions about Adult Experiences at BBYO International Convention 2025, please contact icsupporters@bbyo.org.

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