Events

UMBC campus life is thriving, with events and activities taking place every day! Students have the opportunities to meet new people, try new things, engage in learning opportunities that complement their academic experiences, and just have fun!

Visit the UMBC Events Calendar for a list of campus wide events.

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Build-A-Buddy!!

Location

Erickson Field

Date & Time

August 29, 2026, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Description

Join us for Build-A-Buddy and create your very own stuffed plushie. Choose your favorite plushie, stuff it, and decorate it with a custom Welcome, Retrievers! shirt. 
Little plushies in a row for a Build-A-Buddy event

Democracy in the Making

Create art. Share stories. Meet new friends.

Location

University Center : 312

Date & Time

August 31, 2026, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Description

On Monday, August 31, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. in University Center 312, UMBC’s Center for Democracy and Civic Life is hosting Democracy in the Making, a community art event where we’ll reflect on the...
A teal-and-gold gradient with imagery of paint splotches, a paint brush, a pencil, star-shaped sequins, and a birds-eye-view illustration of people holding hands.

Psychology Welcome Back

Location

Mathematics/Psychology : 322

Date & Time

September 2, 2026, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Description

Fall welcome event open to all new and returning undergraduate students. Perfect for those interested in learning more about the Psychology major and minor! myUMBC post: Welcome, Psychology...