Signature Events

Date: Saturday, Aug. 22
Time: Noon-4 p.m.
Location: University Union

Once you’re moved in, Longhorn Welcome continues with Beat The Heat! Join us in the Texas Union for FREE food, games, giveaways and fun! It's a fantastic way to enjoy yourself before classes start and make new friends!

Date: Sunday, Aug. 23
Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 
Location: Gregory Plaza 

Compete with friends in this team-based scavenger hunt that can help you learn more about campus resources and key spots at The University of Texas at Austin. Prizes will be handed out to winning teams.
https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/bevos-quest-1122

Date: Sunday, Aug. 23
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Main Mall

Gone to Texas a rich tradition for all new students to formally mark their arrival as the newest members of The University of Texas at Austin community.
https://longhornwelcome.utexas.edu/gone-to-texas

Date: Monday, Aug. 24
Time: 10 a.m.-Noon
Location: Etter-Harbin Alumni Center

Celebrate your first class day with the Texas Exes! This event is for ALL students! Free t-shirts for the first 100 students. Enjoy free food, carnival games, prizes and more. Texas Exes Student Members can also pick up their Student Member kits at the event.

Date: Tuesday, Aug. 25
Time: 12:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. 
Location: Student Services Building 

SSB is the place to be! Discover everything the Student Services Building has to offer, including health and wellness resources, counseling support, sustainability initiatives, student organizations, leadership programs, volunteer opportunities, and more. Grab free snacks and giveaways, play games, meet fellow Longhorns and see why SSB is a go-to destination all year long.

Date: Tuesday, Aug. 25
Time: Doors open at 7 p.m., Movie starts at 8 p.m.
Location: Gregory Gym Pool

Dive Into E+E and join us for a poolside screening of Mamma Mia! Whether you're new to campus or returning for another year, this is the perfect chance to cool off, meet other students and learn more about E+E and upcoming opportunities. Bring your swimsuit or relax by the pool!

Date: Tuesday, Aug. 25
Time: 9 p.m. - Midnight  
Location: Gregory Gym

Get to know all things RecSports with a night of movement, play and fun! Stop by for sports, fitness classes, rock climbing, board games and more.
https://events.utrecsports.org/recatnite
 

Date: Wednesday, Aug. 26
Time: Noon-2 p.m.  
Location: William C. Powers Student Activities Center, Ballroom

It's time to saddle up for success! Join Campus Events + Entertainment at the WCP Student Activities Center for Back to School Bash featuring free food, fun activities and a mechanical bull to kick off the new academic year.

Date: Wednesday, Aug. 26
Time: 7-10 p.m.  
Location: Gregory Gym Plaza 

We’re doing it LIVE! Join us for a night of excitement and spirit with live student performances, activities with student organizations and free food! 
Performance Schedule (pdf)

Date: Thursday, Aug. 27
Time: 6:30-9 p.m.  
Location: Jester Plaza

Kick off the fall semester at University Housing and Dining’s Texas-sized welcome event for new Longhorns. Enjoy a live band, DJ performance with a light show, country western dance along, Texas-themed bingo and petting zoo. Stick around for crafts, free food and more at this immersive, vibrant celebration of the Forty Acres and the Lone Star State.
https://housing.utexas.edu/events/texas-block-party-0

Date: Thursday, Aug. 27
Time: 6:30-9 p.m.
Location: Mike A. Myers Stadium (east of DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium)

The first 500 UT students will get FREE Raising Cane’s before the Texas Longhorns, under the leadership of new Head Coach Margueritte Bates, take on the Baylor Bears. Food will be distributed beginning at 6:30 p.m. so arrive early and bring the Texas Fight to cheer on your Horns. Please note that Myers Stadium has a clear bag policy in place, so please leave your backpacks at home.

Date: Friday, Aug. 28
Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 
Location: Speedway

Celebrate the first Longhorn Friday of the semester! Grab some free game day swag, make a photo magnet and join the campus-wide tradition of wearing UT's signature shade every Friday.

Date: Saturday, August 29
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: West Mall Southbound Bus Stop (next to University Co-op)

Let aUsTinite be your guide as we head into the heart of the city! We are taking a weekend field trip to the SFC Downtown Farmers’ Market in Republic Square to support local Texas farmers, sample fresh artisanal treats, explore unique crafts and soak up the morning vibes with your fellow Longhorns. The aUsTinite staff will guide you on the trip, handle the navigation and help you get familiar with using city transit. You must RSVP in advance for this event. 
https://utexas.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12495966