Let's meet up when the sun goes down.
We’re so excited to welcome you to UMD this fall! The Division of Student Affairs, together with our campus partners, invites you to kick off another year of Terps After Dark — 10 weeks of late-night events for you to meet friends, reconnect with old ones, and have all sorts of fun! From exciting activities and entertainment to plenty of FREE giveaways, it’s the perfect way to feel connected, make memories, and learn more about our beautiful campus.
We’re so glad you’re here!
Week 8:
Mindfulness in Practice
Tuesday, October 14 | 2 – 6 p.m. in McKeldin Special Events Room 6137
Mindfulness in Practice is a silent, immersive experience for students new to mindfulness or continuing their journey. Through guided meditation and mindfulness exercises, students will have a chance to discover simple yet effective ways to settle the mind, improve focus, and increase awareness of their thoughts and feelings. RSVP Required. Dinner will be provided. Sign up to join us.
Volleyball vs. Rutgers
Wednesday, October 15 | 7 – 9 p.m. at the Xfinity Center Pavilion
Cheer on the Terps as they take on the Rutgers Scarlet nights in this midweek matchup! Go Terps!
SEE Cinema Series: 28 Years Later
Wednesday, October 15 | 8 – 10 p.m. at the Hoff Theater
Student Entertainment Events' Fall Cinema Series is back at the Hoff Theater! Join us for free screenings of student-voted favorites and fresh new releases—no ticket needed! This week, join us for a screening of the chilling zombie flick 28 Years Later. Come early, grab popcorn, and bring a friend! Learn more.
Wellness Series: Dealing with Disappointment
Thursday, October 16 | 4 - 5 p.m. via Zoom
This Counseling Center Wellness Series session will help you manage life's frustrations and bounce back from disappointment when things don't go the way you want or expect. Coping skills like mindfulness, gratitude, and growth mindset will help you come to term with these feelings and find your "grit" to move forward. Register for this session.
UMPD's Trunk or Treat
Thursday, October 16 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. in Parking Lot HP
Join us for a spooktacular Trunk or Treat! Decorated trunks, candy, costumes, and fun for all ages—don’t miss this safe and festive way to celebrate Halloween. Bring your friends, family, and your best costume!
SEE Presents: Haunted House
Thursday, October 16 | 7 - 10 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom of STAMP
Get in the Halloween spirit by coming to Student Entertainment Events' annual Haunted House! A terrifyingly good time is sure to be had by all. Learn more.
SEE Cinema Series: 28 Years Later
Thursday, October 16 | 8 – 10 p.m. at the Hoff Theater
Student Entertainment Events' Fall Cinema Series is back at the Hoff Theater! Join us for free screenings of student-voted favorites and fresh new releases—no ticket needed! This week, join us for a screening of the chilling zombie flick 28 Years Later. Come early, grab popcorn, and bring a friend! Learn more.
Sun Catcher Craft
Thursday, October 16 | 8 – 11 p.m. at Studio A
Join Studio A in the basement of STAMP to create a turtle sun catcher for your dorm or office! Learn more.
Glow Ride
Friday, October 17 | 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. at RecWell Bike Shop
Join the Adventure Program for an evening bike ride! We'll decorate our bikes with lights and glow sticks, and then ride out to Lake Artemesia (approx. 3 miles via paved trails, we will not ride in traffic.) No bike? No problem—you can rent a bike from the RecWell Bike Shop for this event, or choose to scoot using Veo. Register to ride.
Late Night at the Labyrinth
Friday, October 17 | 8 – 9 p.m. at the Garden of Reflection & Remembrance
Imagine strolling through beautifully lit garden paths with your friends, soaking up the peaceful vibes under the stars. It’s the perfect chance to take a break, meditate, and unwind at one of the campus's favorite spots to relax. In case of rain, the activity is moved to the Garden Chapel.
SEE Presents: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Friday, October 17 | 8 – 10 p.m. at the Hoff Theater
Experience this cult classic in all its wacky glory. Let's do the Time Warp again!
Create a PINcredible Creature
Friday, October 17 | 8 – 11 p.m. at Studio A and in the Activities Room
Join TerpZone and Studio A in a Bowling Pin Creature competition! Transform an ordinary bowling pin into a wild, whimsical, or downright weird creature of your creation. Use the craft supplies provided by Studio A to create your creature out of old bowling pins from TerpZone, and present it to TerpZone Manager Mike Golze for judging. The most creative and expressive design will take home four $30 Terrapin Express Cards and bragging rights as the ultimate Pin Creature Masters! Team can have up to 4 participants. Register your team.
Cosmic Bowling
Friday, October 17 | 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. at the TerpZone
Come and enjoy our cosmic bowling events every Friday and Saturday night from 8:00 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. Colored lights, pins, spinning disco balls, and black lights will be sure to have everyone enjoying the fun. Bowl on a strike with the colored pin in front and win a free game! It's Cosmic Bowling on a college campus like you have never seen before! Don't miss it!
She Loves Me
Saturday, October 18 | 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the Kay Theatre in The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
In this Olivier and Drama Desk Award-winning musical masterpiece, two young coworkers who cannot stand one another don’t know that the anonymous pen pal they have both been falling for is actually each other! Based on the 1937 play “Parfumerie” and memorably restaged in film over the decades as “The Shop Around the Corner” (1940) and “You've Got Mail” (1998), this timeless musical comedy features hilarious hijinks, enchanting songs and all the twists and turns that falling in love can bring. Get your tickets.
Boom Boom BINGO
Saturday, October 18 | 8 – 10 p.m. in the Colony Ballroom of STAMP
Get ready for Boom Boom Bingo—where bingo meets a high-energy dance party! From throwback jams to wild prizes and dance-offs, this is not your grandma’s bingo. Join us for a night of music, madness, and major fun! Space is limited! First come, first served! Learn more.
Cosmic Bowling
Saturday, October 18 | 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. at the TerpZone
Come and enjoy our cosmic bowling events every Friday and Saturday night from 8:00 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. Colored lights, pins, spinning disco balls, and black lights will be sure to have everyone enjoying the fun. Bowl on a strike with the colored pin in front and win a free game! It's Cosmic Bowling on a college campus like you have never seen before! Don't miss it!
She Loves Me
Sunday, October 19 | 2 – 4 p.m. at the Kay Theatre in The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
In this Olivier and Drama Desk Award-winning musical masterpiece, two young coworkers who cannot stand one another don’t know that the anonymous pen pal they have both been falling for is actually each other! Based on the 1937 play “Parfumerie” and memorably restaged in film over the decades as “The Shop Around the Corner” (1940) and “You've Got Mail” (1998), this timeless musical comedy features hilarious hijinks, enchanting songs and all the twists and turns that falling in love can bring. Get your tickets.
Movie Night on Fraternity Fields: Shrek
Sunday, October 19 | 6 p.m. on Fraternity Fields
The Department of Fraternity & Sorority Life (DFSL) is partnering with Terps After Dark and hosting a movie night on Fraternity Felds. We will be playing Shrek on a projector and every UMD student is encouraged to come! That'll do.
Never heard of Terps After Dark? Get answers to frequently asked questions.
Terps After Dark is a collection of free events designed to help students build connections with each other, and to feel engaged with the larger campus community during the first part of the fall semester.
Most Terps After Dark events take place in the evening, Thursday through Saturday—but some events are also held earlier in the day, and earlier in the week. Our hope is that all Terps are able to engage with Terps After Dark, no matter their schedule. During the 2025 Terps After Dark season, events will run from August 27 through November 1.
We welcome all new and returning University of Maryland, College Park students (both undergraduate and graduate.)
All kinds! Movies, athletic events, live music, comedy and artist performances and much, much more! Plus, you can grab free food and fun giveaways at many of the events.
Terps After Dark is lucky to have support from a number of great partners, including: Adele H. Stamp Student Union, Alumni Association, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Dining Services, Division of Student Affairs, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Intercollegiate Athletics, Maryland Hillel, Parent & Family Affairs, Public Safety, Residence Hall Association, Resident Life, Student Entertainment Events, Terp Thon, Catholic Student Center, University Health Center, and University Recreation & Wellness.
Check terpsafterdark.umd.edu for event updates and to see the complete calendar of events. You can also sign up for our weekly newsletter and follow our university partners on social media for event announcements and updates.
Sign up to receive text messages about Terps After Dark goings-on by texting TERPSAFTERDARK to 71444.
Stay up-to-date, then stay up late with us.
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Have a night to remember, not a night to forget.
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