Terps After Dark
The first eight weeks of the semester are going to be amazing!
Get ready to try new things, see parts of campus you've never laid eyes on, and make new friends.
We'll laugh, we'll dance, we'll climb! Watch this space for more info about Terps After Dark 2026 this summer. Go ahead and sign up for the weekly Terps After Dark newsletter to get info about events sent right to your inbox.
2026 Events
Week 1
Fall Welcome: Game Night
Thursday, August 27
8:30 to 11 p.m. in the Prince Frederick & Cambridge Community Center
Presented by the Department of Resident Life
Game Night is part of the Fall Welcome weekend experience, inviting students to meet other Terps and engage in games, trivia, and more! Light snacks and giveaways will also be available.
Learn more about Resident Life's 2026 Fall Welcome schedule of events.
Fall Welcome: Twilight Screening + BINGO
Thursday, August 27
9 to 11:30 p.m. in the Hoff Theater
Presented by the Department of Resident Life and Student Entertainment Events.
Forever begins now...which speaks both to the start of your UMD experience and this BINGO version of the Twilight film that started it all!
Learn how to join and get more info about Resident Life's 2026 Fall Welcome schedule of events.
Field Hockey vs. Drexel
Friday, August 28
noon to 2 p.m. at the Field Hockey & Lacrosse Complex
Presented by Maryland Athletics
Come cheer on Maryland's field hockey team as they take on the Drexel Dragons.
See the details of Field Hockey's 2026 schedule.
Glow Bowling
Friday, August 28
8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the TerpZone
Presented by the TerpZone
Come bowl after dark! Black lights, glowing pins and a spinning disco ball will be sure to have everyone enjoying the fun. Bowl on a strike with the colored pin in front and win a free game! It's Glow Bowling on a college campus like you have never seen before—you don't want to miss it!
Terp Dorm Decor
Friday, August 28
9 to 11 p.m. at Studio A
Presented by Studio A
Join Studio A to decoupage your own Maryland "M" to decorate your new dorm. This event is first-come, first-serve.
Learn more and RSVP on TerpLink.
Glow Night
Friday, August 28
9 to 11 p.m. at the Catholic Student Center
Presented by Catholic Terps
Meet other students and play glow sand volleyball, spike ball, 9-square and more at this annual kick-off glow party at the Catholic Student Center, located at 4141 Guilford Drive.
Fall Welcome: STAMP Extravaganza
Friday, August 28
9 p.m. to midnight throughout The Adele H. Stamp Student Union—Center for Campus Life
Presented by STAMP Programs
Kick off your first night on campus with hypnotist Erick Känd, an interactive game show with a chance to win an iPad, Terrapin Express giveaways, BINGO with the Resident Hall Association, karaoke, a building-wide scavenger hunt, crafts, glow bowling, prizes throughout the night and more—all until midnight!
Fall Welcome: BINGO
Friday, August 28
9:30 to 11:30 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom of STAMP
Presented by the Department of Resident Life
Terp Bingo is part of the Fall Welcome program series during opening weekend. The event will occur just after the Welcome to the B1G Show event and alongside STAMP Extravaganza. Students will have the chance to win prizes through both raffles and rounds of bingo.
Learn more about this event and Resident Life's 2026 Fall Welcome.
Men’s Soccer vs. High Point
Saturday, August 29
7 p.m. at Ludwig Field
Presented by Maryland Athletics
Cheer on UMD's men's soccer team as they take on the Panthers.
Learn more and see the 2026 Men's Soccer schedule.
Glow Bowling
Saturday, August 30
8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the TerpZone
Presented by the TerpZone
Come bowl after dark! Black lights, glowing pins and a spinning disco ball will be sure to have everyone enjoying the fun. Bowl on a strike with the colored pin in front and win a free game! It's Glow Bowling on a college campus like you have never seen before—you don't want to miss it!
Moonlit Music ft. SAMIA
Saturday, August 29
9 to 10 p.m. at the Nyumburu Amphitheater (rain location: the Colony Ballroom of STAMP)
Presented by Student Entertainment Events (SEE)
Come see indie artist SAMIA as she headlines SEE’s annual Moonlit Music Concert! Doors open at 8:15PM and a UMD ID is required for entry. Tickets are not required, admission is free and first-come, first-served.
Learn more on TerpLink.
Contemporary Art Tour
Sunday, August 30
1 to 2 p.m., starting in the STAMP Gallery
Presented by the STAMP Gallery
Learn more about STAMP's public art collection! Join STAMP Gallery staff on a tour of our own student-lead art collection, the Contemporary Art Purchasing Program (CAPP) Collection. This collection of nearly 90 artworks has been selected by students participating in CAPP since 2005. See more details about the art collection on The STAMP Gallery's website.
Learn more about this tour and RSVP on TerpLink.
Field Hockey vs. Temple
Sunday, August 30
2 to 4 p.m. at the Field Hockey & Lacrosse Complex
Presented by Maryland Athletics
Cheer on UMD's field hockey team as they take on the Owls!
Learn more and see Maryland Field Hockey's 2026 schedule.
Fall Welcome: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Screening
Sunday, August 30
1 to 3 p.m. in the Hoff Theater
Presented by the Department of Resident Life and Student Entertainment Events.
Follow a brave plumber and his spunky friends on their quest to rescue a princess and save the universe!
Learn more about this screening and Resident Life's 2026 Fall Welcome schedule of events.
Fall Welcome: Twilight Screening + BINGO
Sunday, August 30
4 to 6 p.m. in the Hoff Theater
Presented by the Department of Resident Life and Student Entertainment Events.
Forever begins now...which speaks both to the start of your UMD experience and this BINGO version of the Twilight film that started it all!
Learn how to join and get more info about Resident Life's 2026 Fall Welcome schedule of events.
Set Your Vision Labyrinth Walk
Sunday, August 30
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Memorial Chapel's labyrinth
Presented by the Memorial Chapel
Recenter and focus on your vision for the coming semester during a peaceful walk through the labyrinth.
Fall Welcome: The Mandalorian and Grogu Screening
Sunday, August 30
7 to 9:30 p.m. in the Hoff Theater
Presented by the Department of Resident Life and Student Entertainment Events.
This is the way. Follow our favorite heroic duo from the Star Wars universe on their action-packed adventure across galaxies.
Learn how to join and get more info about Resident Life's 2026 Fall Welcome schedule of events.
Week 2
Patch Pop-Up: Tote Bag Decorating
Tuesday, September 1
noon to 4 p.m. in the Atrium of STAMP
Presented by Student Entertainment Events
Stop by to customize a tote bag! Supplies are limited.
Learn more on TerpLink.
Paws & Poses
Thursday, September 3
3:30 to 6:45 p.m. in the Atrium of STAMP
Presented by Student Entertainment Events
Come on out for puppy yoga, dog playtime and themed giveaways.
Learn more on TerpLink.
Paint A Terp
Thursday, September 3
7 to 10 p.m. in the Baltimore Room of STAMP
Presented by Studio A
Come paint your very own ceramic Terp in the Baltimore room! This event is first-come, first-served.
Learn more on TerpLink.
Women's Soccer vs. Old Dominion
Thursday, September 3
7 p.m. at Ludwig Field
Presented by Maryland Athletics
Cheer on our women's soccer team as they take on the ODU Monarchs!
Learn more and see the full Women's Soccer schedule.
Friday Flicks: The Devil Wears Prada 2
Friday, September 4
8 to 10 p.m. in the Hoff Theater
Presented by STAMP Programs
Come enjoy this much-anticipated sequel.
Learn more on TerpLink.
Fall Welcome Sleepaway Camp
Friday, September 4 at 8 p.m. to Saturday, September 5 at 10 a.m.
Presented by the RecWell adventure Program & Climbing Wall
Join the Adventure Program for a sleep away camp right on our Challenge Course! You'll have a chance to learn more about the adventure program while trying out different activities and enjoying s’mores around the campfire. You're then welcome to join us for a night camping in a tent and sleeping bag under the stars. We'll provide all necessary supplies and equipment, including breakfast on Saturday under the Challenge Course pavilion.
Visit the Adventure Trips page to reserve your spot.
Glow Bowling
Friday, September 4
8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the TerpZone
Presented by the TerpZone
Come bowl after dark! Black lights, glowing pins and a spinning disco ball will be sure to have everyone enjoying the fun. Bowl on a strike with the colored pin in front and win a free game! It's Glow Bowling on a college campus like you have never seen before—you don't want to miss it!
Dive-In Screening: Jaws
Friday, September 4
8 to 10 p.m. at the Eppley Aquatics Center
Presented by Student Entertainment Events
Grab your bathing suit and a towel and join us for this special screening of Jaws! Be sure to bring your school ID and be ready to enjoy the movie!
Football vs. Hampton
Saturday, September 5
8 p.m. at SECU Stadium
Presented by Maryland Athletics
Cheer on the Terps as they take on Hampton Pirates!
Learn more and see the full Terps Football schedule.
Glow Bowling
Saturday, September 5
8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the TerpZone
Presented by the TerpZone
Come bowl after dark! Black lights, glowing pins and a spinning disco ball will be sure to have everyone enjoying the fun. Bowl on a strike with the colored pin in front and win a free game! It's Glow Bowling on a college campus like you have never seen before—you don't want to miss it!
Week 3
Fall Movie Series: Project Hail Mary Screening
Wednesday, September 9
8 to 10 p.m. in the Hoff Theater
Presented by Student Entertainment Events
Come take in this thrilling space adventure.
Check Student Entertainment Events' Instagram for updates and more info about their 2026 Fall Movie Series.
NextNOW Fest
Thursday, September 10
6 p.m. to midnight
Presented by The Clarice
The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center’s annual NextNOW Fest is a multi-day arts festival featuring performances and other experiences by intriguing, inventive artists from around the country and the University of Maryland campus. A forward-looking gathering place where art transforms our future and connects us all, NextNOW Fest is where creativity and community converge.
See the full 2026 NextNOW Fest schedule.
Paint Night
Thursday, September 10
7 to 10 p.m. in the Baltimore Room of STAMP
Presented by Studio A
Want to relax, de-stress, and paint with your friends? Studio A Paint Nights are an unguided opportunity to paint in our studio while listening to music! This event will be first-come, first-served.
Learn more and RSVP on TerpLink.
Fall Movie Series: Project Hail Mary Screening
Thursday, September 10
8 to 10 p.m. in the Hoff Theater
Presented by Student Entertainment Events
Come take in this thrilling space adventure.
Check Student Entertainment Events' Instagram for updates and more info about their 2026 Fall Movie Series.
SEE x NEXTNow Silent Disc-Glo
Thursday, September 10
9 p.m. to midnight at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
Presented by Student Entertainment Events and The Clarice
The Silent Disc-Glo is a surreal, bizarre and outrageously fun dance party! Through a set of wireless headphones, listen to one of three live DJs, all playing totally different musical styles.
Learn more and see the full 2026 NextNOW Fest schedule.
"Afterhours" Gallery Exhibition Reception
Friday, September 11
5 to 7 p.m. in the STAMP Gallery
Presented by the STAMP Gallery
Join the Stamp Gallery for the opening reception of the exhibition "Afterhours" curated by Júlia Sodré. Free refreshments will be provided!
Learn more on TerpLink.
Never heard of Terps After Dark? Get answers to frequently asked questions.
What is Terps After Dark?
Terps After Dark is a collection of free events designed to help students build connections with each other, and to feel engaged with the larger campus community during the first part of the fall semester.
When and how often do Terps After Dark events take place?
Most Terps After Dark events take place in the evening, Thursday through Saturday—but some events are also held earlier in the day, and earlier in the week. Our hope is that all Terps are able to engage with Terps After Dark, no matter their schedule.
Who can participate in Terps After Dark?
We welcome all new and returning University of Maryland, College Park students (both undergraduate and graduate.)
What kinds of events can I expect during Terps After Dark?
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.
Who coordinates these 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.
Where can Terps learn more?
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. Sign up to receive text messages about Terps After Dark goings-on by texting TERPSAFTERDARK to 71444.
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Have a night to remember, not a night to forget.
