Fall 2026 Welcome2Mason Event Highlights!
Visit the Schedule of Events page for more information on so many more events!
Women's Soccer v Mount St. Mary's | Sunday, August 23 @ 6-8 PM
Come out and support your Women's Soccer team! Visit gomason.com for more information.
Recreation Sensation | Tuesday, August 25 @ 11 AM-1 PM
Interested in learning more about the sporting opportunities on campus? Join us for Recreation Sensation at the Johnson Center East Plaza. There will be FREE ICE CREAM, games, and prizes for all attendees! Make your first week at George Mason a memorable one by making connections and seeing what all GMU has to offer!
Part-Time Job Fair | Tuesday, August 25 @ 11 AM-2 PM
On-campus and local employers with part-time jobs are seeking Mason students to fill open positions! Meet them in Dewberry Hall on the lower level of the Johnson Center to learn more about job and internship opportunities, either on campus or in the local area.
Glance Into Greek | Wednesday, August 26 @ 4-7 PM
Come meet our fraternity and sorority members! All of Mason's fraternities and sororities apart of the Fraternity and Sorority Life community will be tabling on Wilkins Plaza. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our organizations and how to join them!
IVth Night | Thursday, August 27 @ 6-9 PM
George Mason's annual fall carnival featuring inflatables, free food, giveaways, DIYs, and the 2026 IVth Night t-shirt.
Men’s Soccer v William & Mary | Thursday, August 27 @7-9 PM
Come out and support your Men’s Soccer team! Visit gomason.com for more information.
Step Expo | Friday, August 28 @ 7-9 PM
End the first week of classes right by coming out to Mason's NPHC annual Step Expo, where your favorite D9 fraternities and sororities will be showcasing their steps and strolls. This is one of the most popular events on campus, so be sure to register early and arrive on time. Can't wait to see you there!
Gradstravaganza | Saturday, August 29 @ 12-3 PM
All new and continuing George Mason graduate students are invited to Gradstravaganza, George Mason's annual graduate student welcome event! Featuring FREE food, t-shirts, games, crafts, giveaways, and plenty of activities to enjoy! You will also have opportunities to connect with academic units, campus resources, and graduate student organizations.
Transfer Nation | Tuesday, September 1 @ 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 fall semester. Stop by for a bit or stay the whole time.
Splash Night | Tuesday, September 1 @ 8-10 PM
Dive into the fun at Splash Night! Join us at the AFC for an evening of water games, swimming, and sweet treats—yes, there will be Insomnia Cookies! Whether you're here to make a splash or just soak in the vibes, it's the coolest way to spend your night.
Get Connected Fair | Wednesday, September 2 @ 11 AM–2 PM
Visit with Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) and university offices to discover how to get involved at George Mason.
Press Pass: Student Media Open House | Thursday, September 3 @ 4-6 PM
Join Student Media for our Fall 2026 Open House! Meet our student leaders and professional staff, take a tour, and get involved. Did we mention FREE pizza and refreshments? We hope to see you there!
College Colors Day | Friday, September 4 @ 11 AM–2 PM
College Colors Day is celebrated nationally each year with fans across the country showing their school pride by wearing their favorite college colors. For us, we are Bold and wear our Green and Gold! College Colors Day for George Mason also kicks off another year of Spirit Friday's where the George Mason community don themselves in Green and Gold every Friday.
Fall Into Success Coaching | Wednesday, September 9 @ 11 AM-2 PM
9/11 Day of Service | Thursday, September 10 @ 10 AM-5:30 PM
We are pleased to share with you that this year’s Mason Nation 9/11 Day of Service is scheduled for Thursday, September 10th. A variety of service projects will be available for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members to choose from and participate in.
PAC in the Park | Thursday, September 17 @ 7-10 PM
A night of glow-in-the-dark fun awaits! Enjoy a game of laser tag and play some light-up mini-games on the President’s Park lawn.
GAMEmason | Friday, September 18th & Saturday, September 19th
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]