Winter Break Stay-Through 2024-2025
Happy Holidays, Bruins! We’re delighted to have you with us for Winter Break as part of our Stay-Through program. Read to the very end of this page for important information!
Sign up for Winter Stay-through events!
RSVP by December 13 at noon!
Find more information about events below.
Attend the Winter Break Welcome!
All Winter Break stay-through residents are encouraged to attend Winter Break Kickoff Dinner on Friday, December 13 at 6:00 pm at the Saxon Patio. We will be reviewing information about Winter Break and introducing all the Stay-Through residents to each other. Fresh Corn Grill will be provided by UCLA Residential Life.
Reminders for Stay-through Residents
Reactivate your BruinCard
All BruinCards will be deactivated at 10:00 pm on Friday, December 13, but don’t be alarmed! Your front desk will reactivate your card if you’re an approved Stay-Through resident. You can update your BruinCard any time beginning the week of 12/9, but you must do so before 10:00 pm on 12/13.
The University will be closed from Saturday, December 23 through Tuesday, January 2
In an effort to conserve energy, decrease costs to residents, and efficiently allocate resources between the Fall and Winter Quarters, the University enters a period of closure from December 21 to January 2.
Required personnel and services will stay open through this time (for example: Covel Dispatch, Maintenance, UCPD, etc.) to maintain physical plant and security measures.
Need help? Go to the Front Desk or contact Covel Dispatch
If your Front Desk is not open and you need immediate assistance, remember that Covel Front Desk (Dispatch) is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Visit Covel Front Desk (Dispatch) on the first floor of Covel Commons or call them at (310) 206-9633 (x69633).
Winter Break Hours for Front Desks
- Sat 12/14: Close at 5:00 pm
- Sun 12/15 - Fri 12/20: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Sat 12/21 - Tues 1/1: All Front Desks will be closed. Dispatch (Covel) will be open 24/7.
- Wed 1/2: All front desks resume 24-hour service at 8:00 am.
Mailroom Hours
The Mail Center will be fully accessible to residents during Winter Break.
Winter Stay-Through Hours for the Mail Center
- Mon - Sat: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Sun: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1:Closed
For questions, contact (310) 206-1767.
Be safe. Be secure.
- The BruinCard Center will not be open during Winter Break. Please take extra precautions to ensure that you have your BruinCard on you at all times.
- University Police (UCPD) will operate as usual during Winter Break. In addition, the Private Security Company Access will be doing rounds throughout the hill and Residential Life staff will serve on a Duty rotation.
- If it’s an emergency, call 911.
- If it’s not an emergency, call UCPD at (310) 825-1491 (x51491).
- Select RAs will provide duty coverage throughout Winter Break to ensure safety in your building.
- For any safety and security questions, please call Covel Dispatch at (310) 206-9633 (x69633).
Maintenance on the Hill
Campus closures are the best time for UCLA Housing to perform routine maintenance, so we’ll be shutting off the water and power in a few locations at certain times during Winter Break. Security within living quarters are ensured and enforced. Building utilities (e.g. heat and water) will still be available to any residents who are affected by the maintenance work.
The maintenance and shutoff schedules are still being determined. Please be aware of signage on the floor for information about this.
For any problems or inquires, visit Covel Dispatch on the first floor of Covel Commons or call them at (310) 206-9633 (x69633).
Dining on the Hill
Bruin Cafe will be open during the break for students to get food. The last meal on your regular dining plan before Winter Break is lunch on Friday, December 13. The first meal for Winter Quarter 2025 will be dinner on Sunday, January 5.
All meals will be taken at Bruin Cafe, except for dinner on Friday, December 13, 2024.
- Dinner - Friday, December 15, 2024 (Bruin Plate, EasyPay only)
Winter Stay-Through Hours for Bruin Cafe
Meals and Hours
- Lunch: 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
- Dinner: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
- Lunch & Dinner on Sat 12/14 - Mon 12/23
- No Meal Services on Tues, 12/24 - Wed, 12/25
- Lunch & Dinner on Thurs 12/26 - Mon 12/30
- No Meal Services on Tues 12/31 - Wed 1/1
- Lunch & Dinner on Thurs 1/2 - Sat 1/4
- Lunch Sun 1/5 - closed
Visit the UCLA Dining Website for more information.
Eating on campus
ASUCLA Restaurants will be open on select days during Winter Break. Visit the ASUCLA website or download the Benefits U app on your mobile device for updated holiday hours.
Using public transportation
Campus transportation and shuttle services will be reduced during Winter Break, but larger mass transit lines are still running.
For more campus information, visit the UCLA Transportation website to find out how to get around during Winter Break.
Stay-Through Events
RSVP by Friday, December 13th at 12PM by clicking the titles below.
Winter Break Welcome @ Saxon MPR
Friday December 13th at 6PM.
Join us for delicious food from Fresh Corn Grill and mingle with your fellow residents!
Los Leones Hike & Lunch
Saturday December 14 from 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Join us for a scenic hike in LA! Bring water, wear comfortable hiking/exercise shoes, and dress in layers. We’ll meet in front of De Neve Commons, go on our hike, and grab lunch after.
Ornament Decorating @ Gayley Heights Lobby
Tuesday December 17 from 3:00-5:00 pm
Come through and decorate holiday ornaments while feasting on yummy snacks!
Cocoa & Cartoons @ Rieber Hall 135 (LLC Lounge)
Monday December 16 from 12:00PM - 3:00PM
Join us for a cozy afternoon with all your favorite cartoons and seasonal snacks.
Canvas, Cider, and Creativity @ SV Tables near the SV Stage
Wednesday December 18 from 1:00PM-2:30PM
Join us for a fun and relaxing event where you can unleash your inner artist while sipping on delicious apple cider. Enjoy a creative afternoon painting on canvas with all supplies provided, paired with a cozy drink.
Homemade Cookies & Hot Cocoa @Hitchen
Thursday December 19 from 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Warm up with Homemade Cookies and Hot Chocolate! Enjoy a cozy, delicious afternoon indulging in freshly baked cookies paired with rich, creamy hot chocolate.
Campus Loop Run (Hill Run)
Friday December 20 at 2:00PM
Meeting location TBA. Join us for a Campus Loop Run around the Hill!
Winter Wonderland Lunch & Paint by Number @ De Neve Plaza Rooms
Wednesday December 25 from 12:00 - 2:00PM
Enjoy a delicious lunch in a cozy winter setting while you relax and get creative with a guided paint-by-number activity.
Filipino Pasko - Parol Making @ De Neve Plaza Rooms
Thursday December 26; time TBD
Come together to celebrate the holiday season, experience Filipino culture through delicious food, and engage in hands-on crafts.
New Years Vision Board @ Saxon Lower Lounges
Saturday December 28 from 8:30-10:00PM
Kickstart the New Year by creating your vision board, mapping out your goals and dreams for the year ahead!
UCLA Women's Basketball Game
Sunday December 29 at 2:00PM
Join us for an exciting day as we attend a UCLA Women's Basketball game and cheer on the team! Meet outside De Neve Acacia and we will walk over together.
Holiday 5K
Monday December 30 at 2:00PM
Lace up your shoes and join us for a Holiday 5K. Meet at UAN, outside of Weyburn front desk.
New Year's Eve Game Night @ SV Learning Center
Tuesday December 31 from 5:00 - 7:00PM
Ring in the New Year with fun and laughter at our New Year's Game Night—a night of exciting games, great company, and festive cheer!
Warm Up to Wellness: Hot Cocoa, Coloring, and Relaxation
Friday January 3 from 4:00 - 6:00PM
Enjoy hot cocoa while watching a movie and participating in some self care activities.
Do something fun!
Visit the UCLA Recreation website for the latest updates to their Winter Break schedule.
UCLA AthleticsVisit the official UCLA Athletics Website for the latest schedule to attend games during Winter Break!
UCLA Volunteer CenterVisit the UCLA Volunteer Center website for a complete list of volunteer opportunities.
Westwood VillageVisit TheWestwoodVillage.com for more information on local shops and restaurants open during Winter Break.
Discover Los AngelesVisit the Discover Los Angeles website to find cool things to do in the greater Los Angeles area during Winter Break.