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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Aug
29

Engaged Media Open House

Location

University Center : 214

Date & Time

August 29, 2025, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Description

Please join us in the newsroom to learn more about our three student-run media groups: The Retriever (print and digital newspaper), WMBC (internet radio), and Bartleby (print creative arts journal).

Aug
30

(seb) Sip and Paint

Location

The Commons : Skylight Room

Date & Time

August 30, 2025, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Description

Unwind with new friends as you enjoy refreshments and follow guided painting instructions hosted by (seb) to create your own masterpiece—no experience needed. Whether you’re an artist at heart or...

Aug
30

Sip & Paint

Sip back and relax

Location

The Commons : Skylight

Date & Time

August 30, 2025, 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Description

Come kick off the semester in an instructor led paint n’ sip with fun house-made refreshments! Although the instructor will be guiding students through painting a UMBC Retriever, you have the...

Aug
31

Breakfast and Bingo

Breakfast With Big Wins

Location

University Center : Ballroom

Date & Time

August 31, 2025, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Description

Bring a friend and enjoy a night full of endless breakfast and bingo! We also have amazing bingo prizes! This event is ticketed so don't forget to head on over to umbctickets to get your ticket!