UCF’s Official welcome ceremony for all new Knights! Come join us in celebrating the start of your new journey here at The University of Central Florida! This is a no-ticket-required, open-to-all event!

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Contact: osifrontdesk@ucf.edu

Opening Knight is UCF’s largest student involvement fair, bringing together hundreds of Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), campus agencies, and departments in one place! Explore ways to get involved, connect with campus resources, meet student organizations, enjoy live performances, and discover your place in the UCF community.

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Contact: kort@ucf.edu

Join us on Memory Mall after your first day of classes for a showing of Project Hail Mary! Compete against your friends in a hamster ball race, and enjoy free popcorn and drinks while supplies last!

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Contact: cabcinema@ucf.edu

Taste of UCF is an annual signature Pegasus Palooza event hosted by the Multicultural Student Center that celebrates the rich cultural diversity of UCF and the greater Orlando community. Through food, music, dance, and cultural expression, the event brings students together to explore traditions from around the world while fostering belonging and cross-cultural understanding.

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Contact: Ashtmi Deo Perez or Josefina Rosario

Join LGBTQ+ SSS and various other collaborators as we celebrate the beginning of the school year with an extravaganza of Pride featuring multiple queer performers at this large event.

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Contact: Emrys Murphy (Emrys.Murphy@ucf.edu)

Join us to find out the theme and lineup for Homecoming Week 2026, and score some UCFHC merch!

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Contact: hcad@ucf.edu

Join the Campus Activites Board for a night of fun and laughter with a stand-up comedy show at the Addition Financial Arena! Free for all current UCF students with a valid UCF ID.

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Contact: cabcomedy@ucf.edu

Join the Campus Activites Board for a night of music and excitement with a concert in the Addition Financial Arena! Free for all current UCF students with a valid UCF ID.

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Contact: cabconcerts@ucf.edu

This is the Late Knights annual paint rave! At this event, students will get to enjoy glow mocktails, face painting/shirt painting, a mobile splatter paint room, and the titular paint rave with a DJ.

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Contact: ucflk@ucf.edu

Pegasus Palooza is a large-scale volunteer event where participants choose one of four community service sites to support. Transportation is provided by bus, along with complimentary food. Volunteers also attend an educational presentation, gaining insight into community needs while making a meaningful impact through service.

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Contact: vucf_director@ucf.edu

Stop by to enjoy a sweet treat to kick off the fall semester! Join President Cartwright and members of leadership to mingle and savor complimentary ice cream novelties.

Contact: Shane Juntunen

Need assistance with finding your next class? Or maybe the RWC? Find a Campus Locators tent around UCF’s Main Campus to get assistance with navigating campus, getting general questions answered, and learning more about UCF’s programs and services. Sponsored by New Student and Family Programs.

Contact: hoang.samuelson@ucf.edu

Join Wellness and Health Promotion Services and enjoy free, handcrafted mocktails while learning practical strategies to reduce the risks associated with substance use.

Contact: Megan Case

Ready for your next mission? In this interactive experience, students will explore the Dixon Career Development Center’s resources, connect with staff and employers, and gain the tools and confidence needed to pursue internships, graduate school, and future career opportunities.

Contact: Mirtha Bailey, Erica Hutton

Discover everything UCF has to offer at the Welcome Expo! Connect with campus resources, local businesses, and student services, enjoy giveaways and activities, and build connections that will help you thrive throughout your UCF journey.

Contact: Traci Milbuta

Students will learn about the Ginsburg Center and its partner offices, including the Office of First-Generation Student Success, Office of Civil Discourse and Engagement, LA CASA, CREAR Futuros, and the Downtown Scholars Initiative (DSI), while connecting with available campus resources.

Contact: Josefina Rosario or Edgar Carrasco

The VUCF & ABP open house is the student bodies first chance to meet the brand new boards of each agency as well as collect merch and learn about upcoming opportunities.

Contact: Rajan Jinadra (vucfabp@ucf.edu)

Come design your own mission patch! We will have various templates and inspiration for you to choose from. When you’re done, you can submit your design for our Mission Patch Contest where we’ll be selecting one patch to be made and handed out during Space Week!

Contact: Katy Miller

Think you can tell AI writing from a human’s? Test your eye against real and AI-generated samples, then check the live scoreboard. Presented by UCF Writing & Rhetoric, because knowing the difference is a skill worth having.

Contact: Stephanie Wheeler

Join us for Public Service Pathways! This information session hosted by the School of Public Administration explores undergraduate and graduate academic programs that lead to versatile careers in public service. You will have the opportunity to talk with faculty members, ask questions, and learn how you can make an impact in the community.

Contact: Brad Heim(heimb@ucf.edu)

Taste of Downtown is a signature Pegasus Palooza event that celebrates the cultural diversity of the UCF Downtown campus and the greater Orlando community. Through a variety of international cuisines, live entertainment, and interactive experiences, students are invited to connect with one another while exploring cultures from around the world.

Contact: Ashtmi Deo Perez or Josefina Rosario

Stop by to meet tutors from the UCF University Writing Center (UWC) and discover how strong writing can help you communicate ideas clearly, succeed on course assignments, and prepare for future opportunities. Whether you’re working on a lab report, research paper, presentation, resume, cover letter, or personal statement for graduate school, the UWC is here to support your growth as a writer at every stage of your academic and professional journey.

Contact: Mariana Chao, (Mariana.Chao@ucf.edu)

Join FreshU to prepare quick, affordable, and nutritious snacks. Participants will also receive information about other campus and community food resources available to support their success.

Contact: Megan Case

New Student and Family Program will be hosting a beginner line-dancing event on Thursday, August 27 on Memory Mall from 3:00pm-5:00pm. Orientation leaders will be teaching beginner-friendly dances, so come make some new friends, learn about how to get involved on campus, and have fun!

Contact: tasha.bui@ucf.edu

Join us for an evening of fun, food, and new connections! Whether you’re looking to meet new people, discover more of Orlando, or get inspired for the semester, this is the perfect way to start!

Contact: Dawson Tran

Students will learn about the power and impact of mentorship, along with strategies to expand their network and strengthen community.

Contact: Josefina.Rosario@ucf.edu

Move-In Pool-ooza is the kickoff pool party of the Fall to welcome all residents and Knights to campus! Enjoy the pool, music, food, a special appearance by Knightro, and more! First 500 students receive a limited edition duck!

Contact: Halle Herriott

Make your masterpiece! Come by and design your own duck with us on Friday, August 28th! We’ll be up in the Solarium on the 4th floor. All ducks will be included in a special “Who’s Your Ducky” design contest highlighted on the gallery wall of the Library during Spirit Splash! Registration required.

Contact: Katy Miller

The Interfraternity Council (IFC) Kick-Off gives students interested in IFC Recruitment a chance to meet the IFC Executive Board and Recruitment Guides, learn about Fraternity and Sorority Life, and review key recruitment dates, rules, and responsibilities. Registration and attendance are required, and a $45 registration fee applies.

Contact: Danielle Aming (danielle.aming@ucf.edu)

Grab your player card, press start, and get ready to level up your semester! Stop by each booth to unlock campus resources, departments, and RSOs that can help guide your Downtown experience!
Contact: Dawson Tran

An opportunity for all of the Sport Club RSOs in attendance to promote their sports and hopefully recruit new student members to join their clubs. We will have demonstrations of the different sports and giveaways throughout the event.

Contact: Kristofer Newsome

Join us for Speed Friending, a fun and interactive event where you’ll rotate through quick conversations, answer exciting icebreaker questions, and connect with fellow students in a welcoming and relaxed environment.

Contact: Dawson Tran

Grab the mic and let the music take over! Whether you’re ready to perform your favorite hits or cheer on your friends from the crowd, everyone is welcome!
Contact: Dawson Tran