Let's meet up when the sun goes down.
We had a great time during Terps After Dark last year—we danced, we crafted, we climbed to new heights. And this year we're excited to make new friends during an expanded and better-than-ever Terps After Dark in the fall of 2025.
Watch this space to learn what events you can look forward to hitting up with fellow Terps.
Never heard of Terps After Dark? Get answers to frequently asked questions.
Terps After Dark is a collection of late-night, substance-free events that are designed to help first-year students—as well as any students new to UMD—feel engaged with the campus community during the first six weeks of the fall semester.
Events typically take place until 2 a.m. every Thursday through Saturday during Terps After Dark. This year, Terps After Dark kicks off on August 22 and concludes on September 29.
Everyone! We welcome all new and returning University of Maryland, College Park students (both undergraduate and graduate.)
All kinds! Movies, athletic events, live music, comedy and artist performances and much, much more! Plus, you can grab free food and fun giveaways at many of the events.
Terps After Dark is lucky to have support from a number of great partners, including: Adele H. Stamp Student Union, Alumni Association, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Dining Services, Division of Student Affairs, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Intercollegiate Athletics, Maryland Hillel, Parent & Family Affairs, Public Safety, Residence Hall Association, Resident Life, Student Entertainment Events, Terp Thon, Catholic Student Center, University Health Center, and University Recreation & Wellness.
Check terpsafterdark.umd.edu for event updates and to see the complete calendar of events. You can also sign up for our weekly newsletter and follow our university partners on social media for event announcements and updates.
Stay up-to-date, then stay up late with us.
Get all the latest Terps After Dark info sent directly to your phone! Sign up to receive text messages about what you have to look forward to each weekend by texting "TERPSAFTERDARK" to 71444. (And don't worry, you can opt out at any time.)
Active Terps sleep well.
Healthy sleep habits are crucial for managing stress and achieving your best academic performance. So while we're excited for you to stay up late with us during Terps After Dark, we also want to make sure you're fostering good rest practices.
Ready to get a good night's sleep? Check out RecWell's tips for healthy sleeping.
Have a night to remember, not a night to forget.
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