Free Programs
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, weβve got you covered!
Events
Game Zone
Food
Music
Crafts
Performances
Upcoming Events
Our events are free to all active students.
Grad Appreciation
Attention Graduate Students: Ready to unleash your creative side? Join the Student Union for a fun-filled Graduate Patio Party in collaboration with the UC Berkeley Graduate Division. Come to the Bear’s Lair Tavern on Lower Sproul Plaza on Wednesday, April 10, between 4 and 6 p.m. Paint succulent pots while indulging in delicious snacks and drinks.
π¨Grad Appreciation
π April 10th, 4 pm – 6 pm
πBear’s Lair Tavern
Crafter Dark – Earth Day Edition
Join us in celebrating Earth Week in partnership with SERC’s Earth Week! Create delicate paper flowers while enjoying the beautiful voice of UC Berkeley student and featured singer Aina. It all happens on April 18th from 7:30-9:30 pm.
π Crafter Dark- Earth Day
π April 18th, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
π1st Floor MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone
Arrietty’s Garden Soiree
Get ready to experience the most enchanting Soiree of the year! Inspired by Studio Ghibli’s The Secret World of Arrietty, the Student Union is partnering with the Ghibli Graduate Guild to host a garden-themed event on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 12 – 2 pm in the MLK Game Zone. You’ll be transported to Arriety’s magical garden filled with wonder and creativity! Immerse yourself in a fairy house craft session and let your imagination run wild. Take pictures with Ghibli characters at our Photobooth and enjoy free treats!
πΊ Arrietty’s Garden Soiree
π April 19th, 12 -2 pm
π1st Floor MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone
Destress Fest: Taylor Swift Theme
Destress before finals! Bring a friend and join us for a Taylor Swift-themed silent disco and friendship bracelet-making event at the MLK Game Zone on Thursday, April 25th from 7 to 10 p.m.
π§ Destress Fest: Taylor Swift theme
π April 25th, 7 – 10 pm
π1st Floor MLK Jr. Building, 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.Β
π On Thursday’s: Feb 22, 2024: DIY Chandelier | March 13, 2024: Luggage Tags | April 18, 2024: Earth Day: Make Paper Flowers
π 7:30pm β 9:30 pm
π MLK Game Zone Area
Crafter Noon
Happening every Friday. Free crafting and art making ππ¨. Our first Crafter Noon will be on January 19th, hope to see you there!
π Every Friday, 12pm- 2pm
π 1st Floor of MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone Area
Game Night
Take a break and relax in the Student Union. Weβve got board games, lawn games, karaoke and snacks.
ποΈ March 21, 2024 | April 25th, 2024
β° 7:30pm β 9:30 pm
πMLK Game Zone Area locations for March 31 & April 25th
Sit back and relax while enjoying live music with UC Jazz.
ποΈ Every Thursday, 12pm- 1pm
πMLK Game Zone Area
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