Events

The Amazing Res Hall Race

Work your way through puzzle after puzzle to achieve the ultimate test of knowledge. Free food and prizes while supplies last.

Who

All UTD Students

When

Aug. 16 @ 7 p.m.

Where

Rec Center West

Cost

Free

Contact

UREC Marketing:
972-883-2090

Rec Fest

Summers are hot in Texas. Come cool off at Rec Fest. Enjoy indoor rides, games, treats, and more!

Who

All UTD Students

When

Aug. 22 @ 2 – 5 p.m.

Where

Activity Center

Cost

Free

Contact

UREC Marketing:
972-883-2090

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Silent Disco

Join us for Silent Disco, where dance music is transmitted through wireless headphones. If you enjoy people-watching, silent disco is your paradise!

Who

All UTD Students

When

Aug. 22 @ 9 p.m.

Where

RCW

Cost

Free

Contact

Ben Piper:
972-883-4087

Friday After Class

Sometimes the best thing to do is nothing. Enjoy these Fridays After Class with some downtime. Come eat a little, play some games, or lounge in our chairs and hammocks.

Who

All UTD Students

When

Sept. 27 @ 3 p.m.
Nov. 1 @ 3 p.m.
Jan. 31 @ 3 p.m.
Feb. 21 @ 3 p.m.

Where

RCW Courtyard

Cost

Free

Contact

UREC Marketing:
972-883-2090

A team gathers on and around a cardboard boat in the Activity Center Natatorium.

Cardboard Boat Regatta

Teams construct a boat made only of duct tape and cardboard for this challenge. The boat will have to make it to one end of the pool and back. The first boat to reach the finish line with crew onboard wins!

Who

All UTD Students

When

Oct. 18 @ 7 p.m.

Where

AC Natatorium

Cost

Free

Contact

UREC Marketing:
972-883-2090

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So You Think You Can Drive?

Challenge yourself in our event, “So You Think You Can Drive.” Strap on some beer goggles and take to the courts on our tricycles. See who can finish first, or just finish at all!

Who

All UTD Students

When

Oct. 21 @12:30

Where

Student Union Mall

Cost

Free

Contact

UREC:
972-883-2090

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Black Light Dance Party

Get ready to Glow Wild at the most electrifying dance party of the semester! ✨ Step into a neon dream as we transform the venue into an ultra-vibrant, black light wonderland. Wear your brightest, most fluorescent outfits and watch them come alive under the UV lights. The more glow, the better!

Who

All UTD Students

When

Jan. 30 @ 7 p.m.

Where

AC Auxiliary Gym

Cost

Free

Contact

UREC Marketing:
972-883-2090

NIRSA Recreational Sports & Fitness Day

NIRSA Sports and Fitness Day

Celebrate NIRSA’s National Sports and Fitness Day. Free giveaways, demos and exciting challenges.

Who

Everyone

When

Feb. 20

Where

AC and RCW

Cost

Free

Contact

UREC Marketing:
972-883-2090

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International Week Tournaments

Play in the most comprehensive badminton and table tennis tournaments on campus. Sign up and get more details at imleagues.com/utdallas.

Who

All UTD Students

When

TBD

Where

AC Main Gym

Cost

Free

Contact

Sophia Caro:
972-883-7458

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Color Run

Be a part of the newest rage in running. Try UTD’s very own Color Run, which takes place throughout campus. Shirt and snacks will be provided. Check out our Couch➪5K program to prepare!

Who

Everyone

When

March 1st @ 11 a.m.

Where

Plinth

Cost

Free

Contact

UREC Marketing:
972-883-2090

Twisted Trivia

Ready to put your knowledge to the test? Whether you’re a history buff, pop culture enthusiast, or just love a good challenge, our Twisted Trivia is the ultimate battleground for all curious minds! Gather your friends, form a team, and join us for a fun-filled evening of questions, laughter, and friendly competition.

Who

All UTD Students

When

March 27th @ 7p.m.

Where

eSports Complex

Cost

Free

Contact

UREC Marketing:
972-883-2090

Students in canoes splash buckets of water on each other in the Activity Center Natatorium.

Battleship

You sunk my … canoe? Join the wettest, wildest competition of the semester! Teams of four climb into canoes and set out to become kings and queens of the pool. Team members utilize buckets to attempt to sink their opponents’ canoes before they themselves become swamped.

Who

All UTD Students

When

April 4th @ 6 p.m.

Where

AC Natatorium

Cost

Free

Contact

Competitive Sports:
972-883-7458

UT Dallas students lounge on pool inflatables in the activity center natatorium.

Finals Float Party

Float away from stress and enjoy root beer floats, ice cream, giant pool inflatables and a few dive-in TV shows. Enjoy a warm evening in the pool with friends before your last tests and get some sweet treats.

Who

All UTD Students

When

April 25th @ 7p.m.

Where

AC Natatorium

Cost

Free

Contact

UREC:
972-883-2078