MAACS Competition
MAACS Bible, Academics, and Fine Arts Competition
March 11-13, 2026
Faith Baptist Bible College is pleased to host the 2026 MAACS Bible, Academics, and Fine Arts Competition. We look forward to welcoming students, sponsors, and guests to campus for a meaningful and well-organized event. Below is helpful information to assist with planning your visit. For competition-specific details, please visit the BAFA website.
General Schedule
Day 1 – Wednesday, March 11th
- 2:00 – 6:00 PM – Bible Quizzing
- 7:00 PM – General Service at FBBC
Day 2 – Thursday, March 12th
- 9:00 AM – Opening General Assembly
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM – Competitions**
- 7:00 PM – MAACS & FBBC Concert
Day 3 – Friday, March 13th
- 8:00 AM – 2: 30 PM – Competitions Resume**
- 3:00 PM (approx.) – Awards Ceremony
- 5:00 PM (approx.) – Closing and Departure
**Please see the official MAACS BAFA program upon arrival for specific competition times and categories.
Arriving on campus
Registration and all main competition activities will take place in the Nettleton Center(Building #5).
Please use the south entrance to the building when arriving on campus.
Wednesday Evening Service
Faith will host a Wednesday evening service at 7:00 PM in the Nettleton Gym.
All guests are invited to attend.
Dress is casual (jeans, khakis, etc.).
Music Practice Rooms
Music practice rooms are available to competitors during competition hours.
Additional availability:
- Wednesday: 2:00–6:00 PM (limited), 8:00–10:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:30–9:00 AM, 8:30–10:00 PM
On-Campus Dining Options
Benson Dining Hall
Discounted meal tickets available through February 19, 2026
•Breakfast: 6:30–8:00 AM
•Lunch: 11:00 AM–1:30 PM
•Dinner: 5:00–6:45 PM
Meals are served buffet-style and include entrées, sides, beverages, and—at lunch and dinner— pizza, salad, and dessert bars.
Ticket Information:
- Discounted tickets available for pre-purchase through February 19
- Full-price tickets available at the door (cash or card accepted):
- Breakfast: $9.50
- Lunch/Dinner: $11.50
- All meal tickets are non-refundable
👉 Pre-purchase discounted meal tickets here.
Twigs Coffee Shop (in the Nettleton Center)
Twigs offers classic café refreshments, including coffee drinks, smoothies, and light grab-and-
go options—an easy stop between events.
Cash and credit/debit cards accepted.
Twigs Hours:
Wednesday: 7:30 AM-5 PM; 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM; 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Park Avenue Concessions (in the Nettleton Center)
Concessions include pizza, nachos, hot dogs, popcorn, candy, and soda.
Cash and credit/debit cards accepted.
Thursday, March 12th:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday, March 13th:
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Off-Campus Dining Options
Ankeny offers a wide variety of dining options, with 100+ restaurants nearby.
Lodging
Several local hotels offer discounted rates for Faith guests.
- View and book discounted hotels here
Contact Information
Competition questions:
Visit the BAFA website or contact
Jennifer Carnahan
jcarnahan@mbawarriors.com | (573) 336-5972
Faith facilities and campus questions:
Faith Lewis
events@faith.edu | (515) 330-6117
