UC Davis Life Events Calendar

Calendar Update: Please note that campus is in the process of exploring a new centralized calendar system. In the meantime, please check departmental websites for upcoming events for a specific unit or community.

Upcoming Fall Welcome Events

Sunset Fest

Sunset Fest is ASUCD's annual welcome-back concert in the Fall Quarter, where thousands of students gather with their fellow Aggies to enjoy live entertainment and music. Join us and set the stage for an amazing school year at UC Davis!

This event is presented by Associated Students of UC Davis & ASUCD's Entertainment Council. More information is available on the Entertainment Council website


UC Davis Bohart Museum of Entomology Open House - Museum ABC's: How to Collect and Curate

Come and visit the Bohart Museum of Entomology for this free, all ages event. What exactly happens at museums? Explore the science of studying insects, some of the research taking place on campus, and how to collect and curate arthropod animals. Plus have fun holding live insects and doing crafts!

This event is presented by Bohart Museum of Entomology, Department of Entomology and Nematology. More information is available on the Bohart Museum of Entomology website.


Women's Resources and Research Center Open House

Join us for the Women’s Resources and Research Center (WRRC) Open House! This is a great opportunity to meet our team, explore the center, and learn about the wide range of programs, services and resources we offer to support students.

This event is presented by Women's Resources and Research Center. More information is available on the Women's Resources and Research Center website.


Cowell Open House: CARE, Health Promotion and Counseling Services

Join Health Promotion, CARE and Counseling Services to learn more about our resources, see our space, participate in activities, and enjoy refreshments and networking.

This event is presented by Health Promotion, Counseling Services and Center for Advocacy Resources and Education. More information is available on the Health Promotion website.


UC Davis Farmers Market

Visit the UC Davis Farmer's Market for fresh produce and flowers, talk to local growers and support local agriculture Wednesdays in October. EBT, cash, debit, credit accepted.

This event is presented by UC Davis Campus Planning, Sustainability, Campus Recreation, UC Davis Coffee House, UC Davis Stores, Student Health and Counseling Services. More information is available on the Healthy UC Davis website.


Creative Writing Series: Camille Ralphs, Poetry

Please join us for the first event in the 2025-2026 Creative Writing Series: a poetry reading and Q&A featuring poet Camille Ralphs! This event is free and open to all, and will be available in person and livestreamed.

This event is presented by UC Davis Library and UC Davis Department of English, Creative Writing Master of Fine Arts Program. More information is available on the UC Davis Library website.


Student and Alumni Networking Night

Join us for the Student and Alumni Networking Night, where UC Davis students and alumni connect through roundtable chats and speed networking. Sharpen your networking skills, gain career insights and build meaningful connections with Aggie professionals who were once in your shoes.

This event is presented by Office of Alumni and Affiliate Relations, Student Alumni Association, Woodstock's Pizza. More information is available on the Office of Alumni and Affiliate Relations website.


Global Learning Fair

Join us to learn about the variety of global opportunities and funding resources available to you. The fair is comprised of in-person global leadership opportunities, study abroad programs, global internships, post-graduate global opportunities, funding for global learning programs and more!

This event is presented by UC Davis Global Learning Hub. More information is available on the Global Learning Hub website.


Hispanic Heritage Month Theme Meal

  • Segundo Dining Commons, Tercero Dining Commons, Cuarto Dining Commons
  • campus map

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Student Housing and Dining Services! Enjoy a Hispanic themed menu takeover for dinner at any of the three dining commons. These locations will also be fully decorated and possibly live entertainment! Must use a meal swipe or pay at the door to enter.

This event is presented by Student Housing and Dining Services. More information is available on the SHDS Aggie Reader.


Fall Advising Festival (CA&ES)

Are you ready for an afternoon of fun you won’t forget? Join College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CA&ES) at our Fall Advising Festival! We’ll have games with tons of awesome prizes and delicious snacks!

This event is presented by CA&ES Deans Office and Undergraduate Academic Programs. More information is available on the CA&ES website.


Information Play Workshop - Make a Zine!

Join us for this Information Play workshop and create an original 8-fold booklet that you can copy and distribute on your own. Beginners and experts are all welcome! Materials will be provided, but bring your own if you have a project in mind.

This event is presented by UC Davis Library. More information is available on the UC Davis Library website.


UC Davis Farmers Market

Visit the UC Davis Farmer's Market for fresh produce and flowers, talk to local growers and support local agriculture Wednesdays in October. EBT, cash, debit, credit accepted.

This event is presented by UC Davis Campus Planning, Sustainability, Campus Recreation, UC Davis Coffee House, UC Davis Stores, Student Health and Counseling Services. More information is available on the Healthy UC Davis website.