Commuter Life Events

Your student experience is worth celebrating! Commuter Life has you covered with exciting events for you to connect, grow, and enjoy yourself alongside other commuter students. From our flagship experiences like the Commuter Tailgate and our Introvert Happy Hour to event series aimed at your holistic development, check out the opportunities you have to connect and grow as a commuter student.


Upcoming Events

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Hockey Commuter Tailgate

Join us for a fun and relaxed hockey tailgate before the game! Meet other commuter students, enjoy free food, games, and music, and get into the team spirit. All commuter students are welcome.

Oct 4, 2025 at 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
LaHaye Parking Lot
Auto Crash Course

Taking care of your car to ensure its reliability and longevity can feel overwhelming. Auto Crash Course is the perfect workshop for those unsure of where to begin. You'll discover essential car maintenance tips and learn how to schedule optimal vehicle care.

Oct 7, 2025 at 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
TBD
Scaremare

CALLING ALL COMMUTERS!! We are gathering all of the neighborhoods for a night out together at Scaremare! Come out on Oct. 16, from 7:30-11 p.m. for a spooky time together!

Oct 16, 2025 at 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
2300 Carroll Ave, Lynchburg Va.
Melt

Join us at Melt, where you'll blend your own custom scent, pour a candle that uniquely represents you, and reflect on the love and light of God in our lives. Registration opening soon!

Oct 21, 2025 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Casa Nueva 2995 Fort Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Commuter Tailgates

Join us as we celebrate the Liberty Flames with an exciting tailgating experience for commuters. We always have free food, drinks, and sweet treats, along with games, inflatables, and giveaways.

2025 Football Commuter Tailgate Dates & Times

  • Saturday, August 30, 12:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, September 20, noon
  • Tuesday, October 14, 3:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, November 1, noon
  • Saturday, November 8,  10:00 a.m.

2025 Hockey Commuter Tailgate

  • Saturday, October 4, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Location & Parking

Commuter Tailgates for football games will be held in the Football East Parking Lot across from the Student Entrance of the Football Stadium.

Commuters can park in general parking and walk over to the tailgate, with premium access to enter the stadium before kick-off.

Commuter Tailgates for hockey games will be held in the LaHaye parking lot. Commuters can park in the LaHaye parking garage.

Rain Plan

At Commuter Life, we try to be a “no cancel” team! In the event of forecasted rain, we’ll update our Instagram and website details with an alternative indoor location for pregame fun. The anticipated location for tailgates during a rain plan is the Commuter Lounge in Green Hall 1875.


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