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 7
Terrapin Works: Cutting Board
Tuesday, October 6
5 to 7 p.m. and 7 to 9p.m. in the J. M. Patterson Building
Presented by the A. James Clark School of Engineering
Visit the Keystone Woodshop and craft a cutting board. Our staff guides you through every step to keep things safe. No experience needed. Ready, set, RSVP! Links open on TerpLink every Monday in September at 5pm. Seats go fast!
Learn more on TerpLink.
Wind Down Wednesday
Wednesday, October 7
12 to 1 p.m. at the Garden Chapel
Presented by the Memorial Chapel
Enjoy calming live music in the Garden Chapel, have a tasty free lunch, and walk the Garden's meditative labyrinth!
Learn more and RSVP on TerpLink.
Fall Movie Series: Get Out
Wednesday, October 7
8 to 10 p.m. in the Hoff Theater
Presented by Student Entertainment Events
Come take in an out-of-this-world adventure through the galaxy.
Check Student Entertainment Events' Instagram for updates and more info about their 2026 Fall Movie Series.
Fall Movie Series: Get Out
Thursday, October 8
8 to 10 p.m. in the Hoff Theater
Presented by Student Entertainment Events
Come take in an out-of-this-world adventure through the galaxy.
Check Student Entertainment Events' Instagram for updates and more info about their 2026 Fall Movie Series.
Paint Night!
Thursday, October 8
7 to 10 p.m. in Studio A
Presented by Studio A
Relax, de-stress, and paint with your friends in Studio A!
Learn more and RSVP on TerpLink.
Terps After Dark Friday Flicks: Is God Is
Friday, October 9
8 to 10 p.m. at the Hoff Theater
Presented by Resident Life and supported by the Office of Family Engagement as part of Family Weekend.
Come take in a moving story of family, and resilience.
Learn more and RSVP on TerpLink.
Glow Bowling
Friday, October 9
8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the TerpZone
Presented by 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!
Glow Bowling
Saturday, October 10
8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the TerpZone
Presented by 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 8
Counted Cross Stitch: Maryland Home Heart
Wednesday, October 14
7 to 9 p.m. in Studio A
Presented by Studio A
Join Studio A to learn the basics of counted cross stitch, and come home with your own Maryland Home Heart Wall hanger! This event is limited to 30 participants.
Learn more and RSVP on TerpLink.
Homecoming Terp Carnival
Friday, October 16
4 to 8 p.m. on Mekeldin Mall
Presented by STAMP Programs
Celebrate Homecoming with the Mighty Sound of Maryland, Homecoming swag—including the Homecoming scarf—prizes throughout the night, and a fireworks finale to close out the evening.
Learn more and RSVP on TerpLink.
Glow Bowling
Friday, October 16
8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the TerpZone
Presented by 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!
Glow Bowling
Friday, October 17
8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the TerpZone
Presented by 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!
Stamped Tea Towels and Bandanas
Sunday, October 18
7 to 9 p.m. in Studio A
Presented by Studio A
Come make your own custom stamp design and use fabric paint to stamp your pattern onto a T-shirt or Tea Towel to take home with you!
Learn more and RSVP on TerpLink.
Week 9
Party in the Dining Hall - South Campus
Friday, October 23
9 to 11:30 p.m. South Campus Dining Hall
Presented by the Department of Resident Life in partnership with UMD Dining Services
Come out for late night snacks, karaoke and free giveaways.
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