Free Events
The Student Union has something for everyone! Whether you want to unwind and play board games, join us for a free craft night, or listen to live music, we’ve got you covered!
Upcoming Events
Our events are free to all active students.
Holi Festival
Get ready to add a burst of color to your day and celebrate the Hindu Festival of Colors in a unique and fun way! Create a beautiful rangoli craft that will brighten up any room, indulge in some delicious treats while you’re at it, and enjoy a dance performance by Nazakat at Berkeley! In partnership with The Institute for South Asia Studies.
🎊 Holi Festival
🗓️ March 4, 2025, 12 – 2 p.m.
📍1st Floor of MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone Area
Women*’s History & Empowerment Month
Celebrate with performers, activities, giveaways, and free food in partnership with the Gender Equity Resource Center.
For disability access needs, please contact Joanna at (510) 230-3254 or joannavillegas@berkeley.edu
“This event is open to all UC Berkeley community members, regardless of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other protected class status. UC Berkeley is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that welcomes participants from all backgrounds.”
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💜💚🤍 Women’s* History Month Tribute Night
🗓 March 6, 2026, 4-6 p.m.
📍1st Floor of MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone Area
Re-Entry and Transfer Student Event
Calling all transfer students! Stop by the Game Zone on March 11th and enjoy a fun social with refreshments and snacks! This event is limited to Re-Entry and Transfer students only. Keep an eye out for other spring festivities available for UC Berkeley students.
🧺 Transfer and Re-Entry Students Event
🗓 March 11, 2026, 12-2 p.m.
📍 1st Floor of MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone
Free to all UC Berkeley students!
CrafterDark – Beaded Potted Plant
Want to add some green to your space? Stop by CrafterDark this month and craft your own beaded potted plant and vibe to live music from Cub Concerts at Berkeley. It’s the perfect study break and a chance to unleash your creativity!
🌙 Crafter Dark – Beaded Potted Plant
🗓 March 12, 2026, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
📍 1st Floor of MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the student union! Enjoy sweet treats, crafts, and much more!
☘️ St. Patrick’s Day Party
🗓 March 17, 2026, 12-2 p.m.
📍1st Floor of MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone Area
March Game Night
We’re partnering with Board Games at Berkeley for our final Game Night of the spring semester on March 19! Join us for an evening of fun as you try out new games with friends, or feel free to bring your own games to enjoy while snacking on provided treats.
🃏 March Game Night
🗓 March 19, 2026, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
📍1st Floor of MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone Area
Free to all UC Berkeley students!
Post Ramadan Market
Celebrate the end of Ramadan with a Muslim-inspired market with food, vendors, and crafts!
🃏 Post Ramadan Market
🗓 March 30, 2026, 5:;0-8:30 p.m.
📍 MLK/ Lower Sproul
Free to all UC Berkeley students!
Grad Student Appreciation Patio Party
Bring some friends to our Graduate Student Patio Party. Enjoy tasty bites on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Headlands On Campus.
In partnership with the Graduate Social Club and the Grad Division.
🌱 Graduate Student Patio Party
🗓 April 2, 2026, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
📍Headlands on Campus🗓
Free to all UC Berkeley Graduate students!
Crafter Dark – DIY Shirt Patches
Take a break from the books and join us to make your own DIY shirt patches. This event is hosted in partnership with Cub Concerts at Berkeley.
🧶 Crafter Dark – DIY Shirt Patches
🗓 April 9, 2026, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
📍1st Floor of MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone Area
Free to all UC Berkeley students!
Legally Blonde
Come join us for an enjoyable evening of a screening of Legally Blonde—a charming, empowering, and witty film.
🎬 Movie Night at Headlands
🗓 April 10, 2026, 7-9 p.m.
📍Headlands on Campus
Free to all UC Berkeley students!
Community Day
Get to know our community service student organizations
as they host activities and workshops aligned
with their causes. Enjoy free snacks, connect with
others, and take advantage of opportunities to
explore community service orgs on campus!
🗓 April 21, 2026, 12-2 p.m.
📍MLK Game Zone/Lower Sproul
Free to all UC Berkeley students!
Drag Bingo
Get ready for the final Drag Bingo of the fall semester! Join us for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, prizes, and treats hosted by Thee Leggy Pee.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this fun night.
🎰 Drag Bingo
🗓 April 30, 2026, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
📍Headlands on Campus
Free to all UC Berkeley students!
De-stress Fest
Bring your friends to unwind and recharge before exams on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 2 to 5 PM in the MLK 1st Floor Game Zone. You’ve earned it!
☀️ DeStress Fest
🗓 May 1, 2026, 2-5 p.m.
📍1st Floor of MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone Area
Recurring Events
Crafter Dark
Join us for free crafting at night in the student union. Make your own unique DIY novelties while enjoying free supplies, drinks.
🗓 On Thursdays: February 19, March 12, April 9
⏰ 7:30 pm – 9:30 p.m.
📍 MLK 1st Floor Game Zone
CrafterDark @ Anchor House
CrafterDark is getting bigger and better! We’re hosting another weekly craft session every Sunday Night at Anchor House. Free crafting and art making 🖌🎨.
🗓 Every Sunday
⏰ TIME: 5-7 p.m.
📍 Helen Diller Anchor House
Crafter Noon
It’s happening every Friday. Free crafting and art making 🖌🎨.
🗓 Friday: 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/20, 2/27, 3/13, 3/20, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8
⏰ TIME: 12-2 p.m.
📍 MLK 1st Floor Game Zone
Music in MLK
Sit back and relax while enjoying live music with UC Jazz and CUB~Concerts Under Berkeley.
🗓️ New Dates are coming soon!
📍 MLK 1st Floor Game Zone
Want to collab or volunteer?
Plan Your Team Workshop With Us!
Interested in organizing a crafting event with your team? Learn more about our offerings below!