Bonfire is Rice's new hub for figuring out what to do

Welcome to the first social platform to actually bring people together

Supported at all 11 residential colleges

Discover what's happening around campus

Make unforgettable experiences, join gatherings effortlessly, and bond with friends—turning the best parts of college into cherished memories.

Join events. Join open events around campus.

Effortless. Simply log on and join an event. That simple!

Privacy. Change events between public and private.  

Find your community

Explore diverse groups and connect with like-minded individuals to foster meaningful connections with Bonfire.

Diverse. Meet students from a variety of different backgrounds.

Interests. Find communities of people with similar hobbies and interests as you.

Time. Meet with people at whatever time works in your schedule.

Experience the true college experience

From getting late night boba after a midterm, to trying some of Emery's famous cheese boards, to even discovering all the BBQ downtown Houston has to offer, Bonfire offers a one of a kind experience to meet others and to get a full college experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can use Bonfire?
Do I have to pay anything?
What type of events can I create / join on Bonfire?
How can I get started?
I'm not a Rice student but want to use Bonfire, when can I?
"Unlike other platforms that focus solely on profiles and swipes, Bonfire takes a completely new and personal approach to fostering connections. It's refreshing to finally have a platform to meet people with similar interests as me."

Jack Krause

Freshman, Hanszen College

"Bonfire is the most community-driven atmosphere I've ever used. It's not just about making acquaintances; it's about developing deep and authentic connections. Bonfire is able to turn digital connections into genuine friendships."

Gavin Ni

Freshman, Brown College

Locations Supported

Below, you'll fix a map of rice with all the points that are supported by Bonfire. We carefully selected all the most important points to integrate into Bonfire.

Embedded Map
HFH Developed with <3 by Michael Mounajjed from the Hanszen College old section dorms
MCM Developed with <3 by Ben Liu from the McMurtry dorms