BBYO International Convention
For Teens: February 15-19, 2024
For Adults: February 15-18, 2024
The IC Centennial Experience will take place from Thursday, February 15 to Sunday, February 18. Over the course of the weekend, experience unforgettable IC moments like an Olympics-style Opening Ceremonies, the largest Shabbat dinner in IC's history, a powerful Havdalah, exclusive sessions with VIP speakers, the kickoff of a new BBYO Alumni Association, an amazing Centennial Birthday Bash, and more. Between the fun at IC, there will be time to visit Orlando’s attractions, enjoy the spa, play golf, or just enjoy being outside.
Package 1
Forever Fun Celebration
Registration Cost: $325
Dates: Thursday, February 15 at 7:00 PM to Sunday, February 18 at 1:00 PM
About: All BBYO alumni are invited to reunite in sunny Orlando for the biggest birthday celebration of the century. IC is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to pull together a group of friends and relive the BBYO experiences that shaped your childhood. This special weekend will feature an Olympics-style Opening Ceremonies, a record-breaking Shabbat dinner, alumni reunions, Havdalah, a kickoff event for BBYO's Alumni Association, and a special Centennial plenary with world-class speakers. While you're in town, you'll also have plenty of time to visit theme parks, hit the spa, play golf, and spend time with family and friends.
Package 2
Next Century Celebration
Registration Cost: $225*
Dates: Thursday, February 15 - Friday, February 16
About: Each year BBYO welcomes its Board of Directors, Advisory Council members, and philanthropic supporters to exclusive programing during the first 24 hours of IC. This experience includes access to special sessions with IC speakers and guests, networking opportunities, and meaningful discussions with BBYO members and global leaders on topics paramount to teens today. In celebration of our Centennial, we are opening up IC 2024’s Next Century Celebration to all BBYO alumni, supporters, and friends who would like to join.
Attendees can also register for both the Next Century and Forever Fun Celebrations, participating in IC from Thursday at 12:00 PM through Sunday at 11:00 AM, for a total cost of $375 (not including accommodation) or $425 for Board of Directors and Council members.
Package 3
Day Pass
Registration Cost: $72
Dates: Single day of IC (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday)
About: The IC 2024 Day Pass is for those who’d like to attend a single day of IC—Thursday (includes Opening Ceremonies), Friday (includes Shabbat dinner and reunion onegs), Saturday (includes the Centennial Bash and Alumni Association kickoff), or Sunday (includes the Centennial Plenary)
Concierge Service for Travel and Orlando Attractions
BBYO is partnering with Mahra Pailet, a travel planner with Castle Coaches Travel LLC. Castle Coaches Travel is the exclusive provider of family vacation packages for IC, who will ensure your time in Orlando is an unforgettable experience. Castle Coaches Travel can book destinations including the Walt Disney World® Resort and Universal Studios Florida.
The packages above only include access to the IC Centennial Experience programming and the meals that are included with those activities. Fees for travel to Orlando, hotel stays*, and attractions throughout IC are not included.
Explore Mahra’s IC 2024 landing page to learn about her concierge services or send her an email.
Tickets to Universal Studios
On the evening of Sunday, February 18th, BBYO is headed to Universal Islands of Adventure! Adult attendees have the option to purchase discounted tickets to the park for $125 each with their IC registration, good for Sunday, February 18th at 5:00 PM. Transportation for the evening (5:00 – 10:00 PM) is provided.
Wednesday, February 14
6:00 PM | BBYO Leadership Dinner (Invite Only)
6:00 PM | Global Stakeholder Dinner (Invite Only)
9:30 PM | Cocktails and Socializing
Thursday, February 15
8:00 AM | Breakfast
8:30 AM | Storytelling Workshop (Invite Only)
9:00 AM | BBYO International Board of Directors Meeting (Invite Only)
The NEXT CENTURY CELEBRATION package begins here, with adult programming at 11:00 AM followed by lunch at 12:00 PM.
11:00 AM | IC Site Tour
11:00 AM | Adult Experience Programming
An Uncensored Conversation About the Future of Jewish Learning
RootOne Presents: The Transformative Influence of a Teen Israel Experience
12:00 PM | Centennial Society Lunch: Forever Grateful (Invite Only)
12:00 PM | Next Century Lunch
2:00 PM | Adult Experience Programming
The Impact of War on the Hearts and Minds of Young People
3:30 PM | Adult Experience Programming
Fostering Growth and Community Through Technology
SAPIR Session: Free Speech and the Future of Jewish Life on Campus
4:00 PM | Mincha (Afternoon Prayer) with Teens in the J-Lab
4:45 PM | IC Site Tour
4:45 PM | Pride, Purpose and a Platform
Tiffany Haddish and Noa Tishby use their platforms in the entertainment industry to proudly represent their Jewish roots. Though they have had different paths toward global stardom and distinct Jewish journeys, both Noa and Tiffany share a public embrace of their Judaism which they use to strengthen and enrich the Jewish community. Join Tiffany and Noa for an exclusive conversation about the intersection of their personal narratives, their careers, their Jewish identity, and their activism. Together, they will illuminate the powerful synergy that exists when one’s pride, purpose, and platform can be harnessed for a greater good.
5:00 PM | Why Should The Teens Have All The Fun?
Choose from opportunities to connect with fellow alumni, engage in conversations with BBYO teens, or simply relax and enjoy all that the IC 2024 site has to offer.
BBG Lounge | BBG Turns 80: A Birthday Bash
AZA Lounge | AZA Goes Poolside
J-Lab | Jam on our Jukebox: Songs for our Siblings
Museum of BBYO | Escape from the Museum of BBYO
6:00 PM | I-Board Families Meet and Greet
An exclusive gathering for I-Board families and a chance to connect with other I-Board parents and siblings while celebrating the International Board.
The FOREVER FUN CELEBRATION package begins here.
7:00 PM | Community Reception: Now More than Ever
Join us as we thank the incredible Orlando Jewish community and celebrate the power of BBYO’s global Movement. Enjoy coffee, desserts and enjoy hearing from some of BBYO’s special guests as you claim the best seat in the house for BBYO’s delegate march to Opening Ceremonies.
8:30 PM | BBYO FOREVER: IC 2024 Opening Ceremonies
Proud. Loud. Fun. 100 years in the making. Join us for the official opening of BBYO’s Centennial IC alongside more than 3,700 Jewish teens from 50 countries.
9:30 PM | 100 Years of Staying Up Late
Hosted by the Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies and the Jim Joseph Foundation, join us for snacks and a nightcap with adult participants.
Friday, February 16
7:15 AM | BBG Leadership Academy Breakfast (Invite Only)
In partnership with the Women’s Leadership Initiative Advisory Council
8:00 AM | Breakfast: The Spirit of Ukraine
On Friday, FOREVER FUN participants are invited to join adult programming/elections, or explore Orlando with friends and family, rejoining BBYO for Shabbat.
8:00 AM | (Optional, All Day) Election of the 100th Grand Board of the Aleph Zadik Aleph and the 80th International Board of the B’nai B’rith Girls
9:00 AM | Parent Advisory Council Meeting (Invite Only)
9:00 AM | Alumni Advisory Council Meeting (Invite Only)
9:00 AM | Women’s Leadership Initiative Advisory Council Meeting (Invite Only)
10:15 AM | Adult Experience Programming
Generations of Giving: Nurturing a Legacy of Philanthropy
Navigating Transitions: The Art of the Pivot in Career Growth
11:15 AM | Adult Experience Programming
Hollywood Perspectives: Creativity, Innovation, and Impact
11:15 AM | Alumni Hour at the BBYO Shuk
The NEXT CENTURY CELEBERATION, and Board/Council Experience, conclude at 12:00 PM Friday.
4:00 PM | Mincha (Afternoon Prayer) with Teens in the J-Lab
4:30 PM | Meet Your Region's Teen Delegation
A unique opportunity for alumni to connect with teens from your home community.
5:00 PM | What’s Next for BBYO: Meet and Greet with BBYO Leadership
Speakers: Matthew Grossman, CEO, BBYO; Craig Weiss, Chairman of the Board, BBYO
5:45 PM | Welcoming Shabbat | Sunset Candle Lighting in the J-Lab
6:00 PM | Kabbalat Shabbat Services
7:15 PM | Shabbat Dinner
8:30 PM | Shabbat Onegs
Join us for an unforgettable night of nostalgia, camaraderie, and professional networking over dessert. Whether you're eager to reconnect with old friends, forge new connections in your industry, or simply relive the memories of your BBYO days, this night is tailored just for you. We’ll have song sessions, class and camp reunions, and time to enjoy food and conversation.
Saturday, February 17
During the day on Saturday, FOREVER FUN participants are encouraged to attend Limmud programming or explore Orlando with friends and family, rejoining BBYO for Havdalah and evening festivities.
11:00 AM | Global Stakeholders Breakfast (Invite Only)
Forever Fun Celebration participants are invited to join programming or explore Orlando and rejoin BBYO for Havdalah and adult evening festivities.
11:15 AM | Limmud Round 1
1:15 PM | Limmud Round 2
5:00 PM | Limmud Round 3
7:45 PM | BBYO HONORS: Havdalah & State of the Movement and Awards Gala
Generations of alumni claim that BBYO Havdalah experiences are the highlight of their BBYO years. This Havdalah promises to be the most memorable of them all, and will be followed by a historic State of the Movement featuring the 99th and 79th International Boards along with many special guests.
9:00 PM | BBYO Alumni Association Launch Party
100 years in the making, BBYO will celebrate the official launch of the BBYO Alumni Association, bringing together former BBYO members from across the years to reconnect, reminisce, and embark on a new chapter of shared experiences.
10:00 PM | Centennial Celebration and Block Party
Sunday, February 18
10:15 AM | BBYO IMAGINES: The Next 100
BBYO’s history is marked by young people rising up to address the issues of the times. Now more than ever, young people are using their skills and passion to strengthen communities and make change. This plenary will spotlight pressing issues facing our society and the leaders who seek to address them.
11:45 AM | Centennial Speakers
Following the plenary, join teen and adult participants for engaging breakout sessions with mainstage speakers.”
The FOREVER FUN CELEBRATION concludes at 1:00 PM Sunday for any participants not joining us at the park.
5:00 PM | BBYO at the Park: Universal Islands of Adventure
In addition to teen BBYO members, adults over the age of 21 and their families are invited to join us for the IC Centennial Experience—including alumni, parents, supporters, and friends. Alumni under the age of 21 may only attend IC with a parent or guardian. High school students may only attend IC if they are registered for the full teen IC experience (they are not permitted to register for the IC Centennial 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.
There are three adult experiences available at IC 2024—the Next Century Celebration, the Forever Fun Celebration, and a Day Pass option. The Next Century Celebration begins with lunch on Thursday, February 15 at 12:00 PM, and continues through Friday, February 16 at 11:00 AM. Attendees will hear from IC’s incredible lineup of speakers throughout Thursday afternoon and evening, including during Opening Ceremonies, as well as engage in meaningful discussions with BBYO members and global leaders on topics paramount to teens today.
The Forever Fun Celebration begins Thursday evening, February 15 at 7:00 PM, with a reception and Opening Ceremonies, and concludes at noon on Sunday, February 18, following a special Centennial plenary. In addition to Opening Ceremonies, guests will join BBYO for Shabbat and Havdalah, the launch of BBYO’s Alumni Association, and a festive Centennial Celebration Saturday night, with plenty of time to explore Orlando with friends and family throughout the weekend.
Attendees registering with a Day Pass can join for one day of their choice at BBYO International Convention 2024—Thursday (2:00 PM on), Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.
*Board/Council members, please note that Board/Council programming begins Wednesday at 6:00 PM.
If you’d like, you may sign up for Next Century Celebration and add on events throughout the weekend a la carte. Those participating in Next Century Celebration can add-on the full Forever Fun experience for $150, rather than the full $325 additional.
A La Carte Pricing for Forever Fun Celebration (for those participating in Next Century)
Friday Shabbat Dinner + Alumni Onegs | $75
Saturday Havdalah and Alumni Association Launch | $75
Sunday Centennial Plenary | $50
Full Forever Fun Weekend (includes all of the above) | $150
You can view the IC 2024 adult schedule here. There will be ample time to participate in IC, explore Orlando and the surrounding areas, and if needed, take work calls (as long as you don’t mind teens walking through your Zoom background)!
During the day on Friday and on Saturday, adults are free to enjoy golf, spend time at the spa, and explore Orlando with friends and families. For adults registered for the Forever Fun Celebration, they are invited to re-join IC for Shabbat dinner on Friday evening, and Havdalah on Saturday evening.
To help maximize your time in Orlando, BBYO is partnering with Mahra Pailet, a travel planner with Castle Coaches LLC, to put together vacation packages for guests including trips to Disney World Resort and Universal Studios Florida, golf and spa visits, dining reservations, and more. View Mahra’s IC landing page here, or send her an email at mahra@castlecoachestravel.com to plan your trip—Mahra’s travel planning services are available at no additional cost to you.
Yes, we would love to welcome you to IC 2024! In the coming weeks, registration for the "Orlando Community" will be available. Adults in Orlando over 21 are able to join us for just Thursday night's IC Opening Ceremonies or the Saturday night Centennial celebration only, if they would like, using this registration path. Please note that Orlando area teens are not able to attend IC for any component unless registered for the full teen experience. We look forward to sharing this registration path with Orlando-area residents in the coming weeks!
Hotel accommodations are not included in the registration price, but can be added when you register. BBYO has booked a hotel room block for adults attending IC, at the Rosen Centre (Centennial Experience) Hotel. Transportation to the main IC site will be provided. These hotel blocks are first-come, first-served. Rooms at the main IC site are very limited and only open to those who are Shomer Shabbat. You will have a chance to indicate your needs during the registration process and can book a room directly with the hotel using the link provided.
If preferred, alumni may also reach out directly to BBYO’s exclusive travel partner, Mahra Pailet (a BBYO parent and alumna) of Castle Coaches LLC, to book a hotel room on their own. Mahra may be reached at mahra@castlecoachestravel.com.
For guests attending the Next Century Celebration, Thursday lunch and Friday breakfast are included, with light bites and dessert provided on Thursday evening. (Members of BBYO’s Board of Directors and Advisory Councils will also receive dinner on Wednesday and breakfast on Thursday morning.)
Guests attending the Forever Fun Celebration are invited to join BBYO for a community reception on Thursday (featuring light bites and dessert), Shabbat dinner and a dessert reception on Friday evening, and a dessert reception on Saturday evening.
For guests attending with a Day Pass—which can be used Thursday (2:00 PM on), Friday, Saturday, or Sunday—any adult receptions taking place that day at IC are included. For Day Pass guests attending on Friday, Shabbat dinner is included.
BBYO takes every precaution regarding security at IC; it is our top priority. 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.
IC 2024 is a weekend-long experience open to our entire BBYO community, including all adults, supporters, and alumni over the age of 21. Those attending the Next Century Celebration will have the opportunity to sit in on the historic elections for the 100th Grand Board of the Aleph Zadik Aleph, and the 80th International Board of the B’nai B’rith Girls. Those attending the Forever Fun Celebration will join thousands of teens this year for one of the world’s largest Shabbat dinners, IC Havdalah, alumni reunions, the launch of the BBYO Alumni Association, and spectacular Centennial celebrations on Saturday evening and Sunday morning.
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Yes! All adult IC registrations are refundable through January 16, 2024.