September 2 - September 7, 2026
We are excited to announce Yellowjacket Weekend 2026! We have so many things planned for you to welcome you to the Fall 2026 semester. We’ve got games, food trucks, giveaways, music, and more! Stay tuned as more info is released and check back here frequently for more updates! We can’t wait to celebrate this University of Rochester tradition with you!
Wednesday, September 2
LGBTQ Life Meet & Greet
Join the Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center to come together to celebrate LGBTQ Life on campus! We will have hors d’oeuvres (including sushi!), mocktails, and pronoun pins! This is a community building event that is open to students from all University of Rochester schools. Please register here by Monday, August 31.
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Douglass Commons - Feldman Ballroom
4:30 P.M. – 6 P.M.
Poster Sale
Annual poster sale during the first week of classes
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Wilson Commons Hirst Lounge
9 A.M. – 6 P.M.
My favorite part of Yellowjacket Weekend is getting to walk around, try out the activities, and eat food!
Thursday, September 3
Poster Sale
Annual poster sale during the first week of classes
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Wilson Commons Hirst Lounge
9 A.M. – 6 P.M.
Eastman Event: Club Eastman
Club Eastman is an initiative sponsored by the Office of Student Activities that endeavors to bring faculty, staff, and students together in meaningful ways. Join us for the first Club Eastman of the 2025-2026 academic year! Refreshments will be served, and you can mix and mingle with people from across the school.
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Gibbs St – Eastman Campus
3:30 P.M.
Eastman Event: Resource Fair
All students are invited to attend the student resource fair to learn more about different resources at Eastman and around the University.
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Gibbs St – Eastman Campus
3:30 P.M.
Fraternity & Sorority Fest
Join us for our annual welcome back event to kick off a new academic year. We will have music, pizza, games, and an opportunity to reconnect and meet new friends. This event is free and open to the campus community. Hosted by the Interfraternity Council, Multicultural Greek Council, and Panhellenic Association.
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Wilson Quad
4 - 6 P.M.
Rochester Traditions 101
Inside scoop on all things Rochester traditions.
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Wilson Commons Havens Lounge
6 P.M.
Senior Class Picnic
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Wilson Quad
6 P.M.
Trivia Night
Come try your hand at trivia and win some fun prizes! The event is free so come on out!
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Wilson Commons Rocky’s Lounge
10 P.M.
I love Community Weekends and they make the college experience so unique!
Friday, September 4
Poster Sale
Annual poster sale during the first week of classes
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Wilson Commons Hirst Lounge
9 A.M. – 6 P.M.
Activities Fair
Meet student organizations and learn how to get involved.
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Wilson Quad
3 P.M. – 5 P.M.
Late Night & SAB: Outdoor Movie
Blanket and popcorn provided.
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Wilson Quad
10 P.M.
Saturday, September 5
Food Truck Ticket Sales
Food Truck Tickets available for sale at the Shops @ Wilco. $5 per ticket!
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Wilson Commons, Shops @ Wilco (1st floor)
11 A.M. - 4 P.M.
Feel the Sting Giveaway
Free custom limited edition shirt with your class year.
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Wilson Quad
2 P.M.
Yellowjacket Weekend Fair
Interactive games, live music, crafts, food trucks. Food truck tickets ($5) at Shops @ WilCo.
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Wilson Quad
1 P.M. - 5 P.M.
Powder Fete with SOCA
Join us for our annual celebration of Trinidad’s most famous event. A tradition filled with energy, culture, and community. Get ready for a day filled with paint powder, water balloons, and water shooters, all set to the sounds of a live DJ spinning the best soca and Caribbean beats. It’s a celebration you won’t want to miss.
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Fraternity Quad
1 P.M.
Back to School BBQ Bash!
Last taste of summer! Meal swipes and declining accepted. Sponsored by Student Activities, Dining Services, and Pepsi.
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Hirst Lounge and Dandelion Square
4 P.M.
Late Night Glow Foam Party
Free for URochester undergrads only.
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Wilson Quad
9 P.M. – 11 P.M.
Community Weekends make the atmosphere on campus more open and care-free than it is the rest of the year!
Sunday, September 6
SA Election Interest Meeting
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Stackel
3 P.M. - 4 P.M.
Monday, September 7
Eastview Mall Shopping Shuttles
Score sales and treat yourself!
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Leaving from Rush Rhees
11:30 A.M. - 7 P.M.