Spring 2026 Welcome2Mason Event Highlights!
Visit the Schedule of Events page for more information on so many more events!
Men’s Basketball vs. George Washington | Monday, January 19 @ 5 PM
Keep up the George Mason spirit by showing up to our Men’s Basketball game versus George Washington University at EagleBank Arena. BRING A FRIEND FREE! Visit Mason360 for your student ticket to the game.
Schedules & Sweets | Wednesday, January 21 @ 11 AM-2 PM
Start your semester off strong by creating a study schedule for the upcoming semester. Free Dunkin' donuts and coffee for those who stop by!
Winter Warm-Up | Friday, January 23 @ 7-9 PM
Warm Up after Winter Break with free hot cocoa and Playlist Bingo! Win real cash prizes!
Swim & Dive vs. Georgetown | Saturday, January 24 @ 12 PM-2 PM
Come out and support your George Mason Swim and Dive teams as they take on Georgetown University!
Men’s Volleyball vs. Merrimack | Saturday, January 24 @ 6 PM
Women’s Basketball vs. Richmond | Sunday, January 25 @ 1 PM
Come cheer on our Women’s Basketball Team at EagleBank Arena and grab an Atlantic 10 Replica Championship Trophy. Visit Mason360 for your student ticket to the game.
Spring Get Connected Fair | Tuesday, January 27 @ 11 AM–2 PM
Visit with Student Organizations in JC Dewberry Hall to discover how to get involved at George Mason University!
Taco Tuesday’s Trivia: Homecoming Edition | Tuesday, January 27th @ 6-9 PM
Join us for a fun-filled night of tacos, trivia, and Homecoming spirit! Team up with friends, test your knowledge, and compete for prizes while enjoying free tacos and great vibes.
Glance Into Greek | Wednesday, January 28 @ 4–7 PM
Come meet our fraternity and sorority members and learn more about our organizations and how to join them!
Men’s Basketball Game vs. Davidson College @7 PM | EagleBank Arena
Come support our Men’s Basketball team and show your Patriot Pride. New spring 2026 students, come grab your George Mason sweatshirt at the New Student and Family Programs table on the North entrance concourse.
Meet the UGC Greeks | Thursday, January 29 @ 12-3 PM
Wrestling vs. Rider | Friday, January 30 @ 5 PM
Come out and support our Wrestling team as they take on Rider in a match right in the JC Atrium.
Homecoming Tip Off Party | Friday, January 30 @ 7–10 PM
Kick off the start of Homecoming with an exciting event in Dewberry Hall featuring a Lip-Sync Battle, giveaways, and a free t-shirt!
Women’s Basketball Game vs. Saint Louis | Saturday, January 31 @ 1 PM
Show your Patriot Pride by supporting our Women’s Basketball Team at EagleBank Arena for their Homecoming game!
Patriot Games Track & Field | Sunday, February 1 @ 9 AM-4 PM
Join us at the Field House as we cheer on our track and field student athletes.
Homecoming Day of Service | Wednesday, February 4 @ 10 AM-4 PM
Serve your campus and community with multiple service events across campus, including the INOVA Blood Drive, Stuff-a-Truck donation drive, plant pot painting, and power packs for kids!
Transfer Nation | Wednesday, February 4 @ 3:30-5:30 PM
Welcome to Campus New Transfer Patriots and Welcome Back Returning Transfer Patriots! Come meet other transfer students, decorate a journal/bingo board and goal set for 2026, enjoy some snacks, and prepare for the spring semester at Transfer Nation. Stop by for a bit or stay the whole time.
Comedy Headliner Josh Johnson | Thursday, February 5 @ 9 PM
Join us for the Homecoming 2026 Comedy Headliner, featuring Emmy-nominated comedian and Daily Show host Josh Johnson. Enjoy an evening of smart, high-energy stand-up during one of Mason’s most anticipated Homecoming events. Tickets and event information: Homecoming.gmu.edu
NPHC Homecoming Party | Friday, February 6 @ 10 PM-1 AM
Homecoming Game Day Festival | Saturday, February 7 @ 12-3 PM
Celebrate Homecoming with friends and alumni at the annual Game Day Festival on Lot L near EagleBank Arena (EBA). Entry to the festival area is FREE! You’ll find inflatables and games, free food, and giveaways. Doors open to EagleBank Arena at 3 PM for a 4 PM tip-off to watch Men’s Basketball’s Homecoming Game vs. Saint Joseph’s! George Mason giveaways and free food trucks are for current George Mason students only. Must show a valid George Mason ID.
Men’s Basketball Game vs. Saint Joseph’s | Saturday, February 7 @ 4 PM
Show your Homecoming Spirit on Saturday at EagleBank Arena! Visit Mason360 for your student ticket to the game.
Save the Dates!
The Preamble & Welcome2Mason | August 19 – September 26, 2026
Fall Classes Begin | Monday, August 24, 2026
*All dates subject to change based on adjustments to the university calendar
Questions?
Welcome2Mason Committee - [email protected] Orientation & New Student and Family Programs - [email protected] Housing and Residence Life - [email protected]