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.

Follow the myUMBC DoSA Group to stay connected for upcoming divisional 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

Big Breakfast & Bingo

Eat, Play, and Win!!

Location

University Center : Ballroom

Date & Time

August 28, 2026, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Description

Kick off the semester with a full stomach and a shot at some prizes! Join (seb) for Big Breakfast & Bingo!! think pancakes, eggs, croissants, and all your breakfast favorites, paired with a...
(seb) Big Breakfast and Bingo!!

Theatre Welcome Night

Location

Performing Arts & Humanities Building : Proscenium Theatre

Date & Time

August 26, 2026, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Description

Get to know the department's faculty, staff, and fellow theatre students while enjoying a delicious pizza dinner (vegan and gluten-free options will be available), followed by games and activities...