JOIN US FOR AN EXCLUSIVE SCREENING OF "The Road to TENure" DOCUMENTARY
For a decade, HBCU SpringComing has been more than an event—it’s been a movement. Now, in The Road to TENure, co-founders George A. Peters II and Lauren Grove open the vault on 10 years of footage, revealing the bold fight to preserve and grow this cultural celebration across three cities. Through the voices of city leaders, alumni, and scholarship recipients, this documentary sheds light on the impact of HBCU SpringComing and the deeper conversation it sparks. Screening + Talk Back with the Co-Founders after!
DOCUMENTARY TRAILER
TIME:
1pm - 3pm
LOCATION:
Private Location in Hollywood - TBA
ADMISSION:
FREE
Courtside Cocktails
Get ready to vibe at Courtside Cocktails, an elevated tennis experience and social hosted in honor of HBCU SpringComing x LA. Presented by USTA and USTA Southern California, alongside All-Love Racquet Club and LVBL, this event is your ticket to an unforgettable evening atop the Montrose Beverly Hills rooftop.
Come for the tennis drills and games for players of all levels. Stay to enjoy music, bites, the pool, and sip on cocktails—all while soaking in the stunning skyline. Whether you're a seasoned tennis player or just want to come to chill with your crew, Courtside Cocktails promises an evening that speaks to the soul!
Grab your spot now for a night filled with connection, culture, and endless good vibes! You don’t want to miss this!”If you are PLAYING, sign up for either the ADVANCED or the Beginner / Intermediate ticket level so we can coordinate the game play spots. It will be first come, first play, so check in on the roof and be ready to PLAY!
5 PM - 8 PM
MONTROSE at Beverly Hills (Rooftop), 900 Hammond Street, West Hollywood, CA 90069
ROLL UP: Roller Skate Jam
Held in the heart of the city, we are kicking the weekend off on wheels! Everybody get your (MF’IN) roll on as we host the first official party of the weekend!
We are building a custom roller skating experience soundtracked by the HBCU DJs you love! Wear your HBCU colors, your Divine 9 letters and bring your skates. Don’t worry, we’ll have "something" for the folks looking to just roll through!
Sounds by: DJ Sean Prince & DJ Prestige (Morehouse)
Cocktails powered by: Jack Daniels & Herradura Tequila
8 PM - 12 AM
SLIC Studios, 4851 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
$30
YOGA ON THE YARD
Start the day with us as we build community, strengthen our connection with nature and affirm each other in this safe space. We've created a wellness experience that you do not want to miss in a location that you deserve to enjoy, led by HBCU grads and yoga enthusiests.
10 AM - 11:30 AM
Culver City Park (Lower Grass Area), 9910 Jefferson Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
SCHOOL DAZE
This is Homecoming…in the Spring. This is HBCU SpringComing at its peak. For those of you who went to an HBCU, this is tailgate on the Yard. For those of you who didn’t…come get some tailgate at the Park.
We will be celebrating all that is apart of our culture as we introduce new students to our rich legacy with the awarding of several unique scholarships for students enrolling in an HBCU in the fall.
This year we're adding to the fun, by bringing our Family Tennis Daze, hosted by USTA, to the yard! Join us for some "healthy" competition on tennis pop up nets.
Sounds by: A Fly Guy (FAMU)
12 PM - 5 PM
Culver City Park (Lower Level), 9910 Jefferson Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
THE KICKBACK
This kickback is more than just a good time – it’s an experience you won’t soon forget! From guest DJs spinning old-school favorites to the latest tracks, let's make this the afterparty to School Daze (10 mins away from the park!), just like you would at your alma mater!
SOUNDS BY:
DJ Rtistic (FAMU) and DJ Myles P (Morehouse)
5PM - 10PM
Alley Lounge, 12223 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90066
FREE before 6pm
$20 ticket after 6pm
VIP Tables: $50 reservation fee + $400 minimum upon arrival.
Email Jared at [email protected] for more information on tables.
SoundBITES
Welcome to the "end of homecoming weekend" brunch, remixed! With a delicious all-you-can-eat elevated brunch buffet by celebrity Chef Das (Morris Brown) this will be an EXPERIENCE like none other! Our indoor/outdoor venue brings downtown LA to llife. Sip bottomless mimosas in the sunshine witih us and recap the epic weekend!
Sounds by: George 2.0 (Morehouse) & DJ R-Tistic (FAMU)
12PM - 5PM [Food ending @ 4pm]
Harbor House, 1000 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90017
$125 - Brunch buffet + bottomless mimosas + 2 signature cocktails
$25 - VIBES only!
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HBCU SpringComing will take place in LA barring any city, state or federal mandates restricting our activities.
All items are non-refundable under any circumstances.
Courtside Cocktails & "Roll Up" taking place Friday, May 2, 2025 are 21+ events.
Yoga on the Yard and School Daze taking place Saturday, May 3, 2025 is a family event.
The Kickback taking place Saturday, May 3, 2025 is a 21+ event.
SoundBITES Brunch taking place Sunday, May 4, 2025 is 21+ event.
HBCU SpringComing™ is an annual festival that celebrates the HBCU experience through events, scholarships, service activities, and more. It feels like homecoming, because it is!
HBCU SpringComing x LA will take place May 2 - 4, 2025.
