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, we’ve got you covered!

Events

Game Zone

Food

Music

Crafts

Performances

Upcoming Events

Our events are free to all active students.

Graduate Student Appreciation Patio Party

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.

🎨Grad Appreciation
πŸ—“ April 10th, 4 pm – 6 pm
πŸ“Bear’s Lair Tavern

Crafter Dark

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.

🌍 Crafter Dark- Earth Day
πŸ—“ April 18th, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
πŸ“1st Floor MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone

Arriety's Garden

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!

🌺 Arrietty’s Garden Soiree
πŸ—“ April 19th, 12 -2 pm
πŸ“1st Floor MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone

destress fest spring 2024

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.

🎧 Destress Fest: Taylor Swift theme
πŸ—“ April 25th, 7 – 10 pm
πŸ“1st 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 

πŸŒ™ On Thursday’s: Feb 22, 2024: DIY Chandelier | March 13, 2024: Luggage Tags | April 18, 2024: Earth Day: Make Paper Flowers
πŸ—“ 7:30pm – 9:30 pm
πŸ“ MLK Game Zone Area

Crafter Noon

Happening every Friday. Free crafting and art making πŸ–ŒπŸŽ¨. Our first Crafter Noon will be on January 19th, hope to see you there!

πŸ—“ Every Friday, 12pm- 2pm
πŸ“ 1st Floor of MLK Jr. Building, Game Zone Area

Game Night

Game Night

Take a break and relax in the Student Union. We’ve got board games, lawn games, karaoke and snacks.

πŸ—“οΈ March 21, 2024 | April 25th, 2024
⏰ 7:30pm – 9:30 pm
πŸ“MLK Game Zone Area locations for March 31 & April 25th

Music in MLK

Sit back and relax while enjoying live music with UC Jazz.

πŸ—“οΈ Every Thursday, 12pm- 1pm

πŸ“MLK Game Zone Area

Gallery

Creating memoriable experiences beyond the classroom.