Free Events
Welcome to our Free Programs & Events!
Our Programs
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!

Events
Game Zone
Food
Music
Crafts
Performances
Upcoming Events
Our events are free to all active students.

Student Union Black History Month Celebration in Collaboration with Diaspora Magazine and the Office of ASUC Senator Knapper
Join Diaspora Magazine and the Office of ASUC Senator Knapper for an evening art exhibition featuring black artists and creatives. The event will be held in the Student Union’s MLK Game Zone on February 25, from 4-6 pm.
DIASPORA Magazine is an art, style & culture magazine made by and for Black students at UC Berkeley.
🎨 Black History Month Celebration
🗓 February 25, 4-6 pm
📍MLK 1st Floor Game Zone

Drag Bingo
Get ready to yell “BINGO!” because Drag Bingo is rolling into the Student Union. Don’t miss out on a night full of fun and prizes with host Thee Leggy Pee. Fun, prizes, and great vibes await!
🗓 February 27, 2025
⏰ 7:30 – 9:30 pm
📍 Bear’s Lair

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
*All are welcomed who experience life through the lens of woman in body, spirit, identity – past, present, future, and fluid.
💜💚🤍 Women’s* History Month Tribute Night
🗓 March 7, 4-6 pm
📍MLK 1st Floor Game Zone

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, and indulge in some delicious treats while you’re at it!
🎊 Holi Festival
🗓️ March 14, 2025, 12 – 2 pm
📍MLK 1st Floor 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, 12-2 pm
📍MLK 1st Floor Game Zone

Re-Entry and Transfer Student Event
Can’t wait for Spring Break? Join us for the ultimate getaway at the Re-Entry and Transfer Mocktail Mixer. Stop by the Game Zone on March 18th and enjoy refreshing drinks, totebag decorating, and don’t forget to enter our giveaway for a new Igloo cooler! This event is limited to Re-Entry and Transfer students only, keep an eye out for other fall festivities available for UC Berkeley students.
🍹 Transfer and Re-Entry Student Event
🗓 March 18, 12-2 pm
📍 MLK 1st Floor Game Zone
Recurring Events
Our events are free to all active students.

Crafter Dark
Join us for free crafting at night in the student union. Make your own unique DYI novelties while enjoying free supplies, drinks
🗓 On Thursday’s: February 20, 2025: DIY Room Flags | March 13, 2025: DIY Beach Scene| April 17, 2025: DIY Suncatcher
⏰ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
📍 MLK 1st Floor Game Zone

Crafter Noon
It’s happening every Friday. Free crafting and art making 🖌🎨.
🗓 Every Friday: 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/21, 2/28, 3/21, 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/9
⏰ TIME: 12-2pm
📍 MLK 1st Floor Game Zone

Crafter Noon @ Anchor House
Crafter Noon is getting bigger and better! We’re hosting another weekly craft session every Wednesday at Anchor House. Free crafting and art making 🖌🎨.
🗓 Every Wednesday: 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7
⏰ TIME: 12-2pm
📍 Helen Diller Anchor House

Game Night
Take a break and relax in the Student Union. We’ve got board games, lawn games, caricature artist, and snacks.
🗓️ March 20, 2025
⏰ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
📍 MLK 1st Floor Game Zone
Music in MLK
Sit back and relax while enjoying live music with UC Jazz on Thursday’s.
🗓️ March 20, 2025 | April 3, 2025 | April 10, 2025 | April 17, 2025 | April 24, 2025 | May 1, 2025
⏰ 12 pm – 1 pm
📍 MLK 1st Floor Game Zone
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