Past Events

Midnight Study Break, an Aztec Nights classic that offers the perfect escape during finals.

It’s back! Carnival Night 1 launches the Aztec Nights season with everything you love and more — and yes, it's FREE for SDSU students

• Carnival rides & classic games
• Fried Oreos, tacos, cotton candy & ice cream
• 360° Photo Booth
• Ultimate Game Truck for all our gamers

Bring your crew, wear your comfy shoes, and get ready for one of SDSU’s biggest nights of the year

FREE w/ SDSU RedID + 1 GUEST ALLOWED 18+

You asked for more, and we heard you — Carnival Night 2 is bringing another round of rides, food, games, and high-energy vibes!

• Carnival rides & classic games
• Fried Oreos, tacos, cotton candy & ice cream
• Overhead Sky Photo Booth
• Ultimate Game Truck for all our gamers

Missed night one? Or just want more? Either way — we’ll see you on the ferris wheel

FREE w/ SDSU RedID + 1 GUEST ALLOWED 18+

Ready for a night of pure fun and friendly chaos? We’re bringing TWO iconic ARC traditions together for one ultimate mashup — action-packed inflatables meet chill lounge vibes, and you get to choose your adventure.

• Inside the 4-Court Gym: Dive into giant inflatables like a colorful obstacle course, Beat the Light Arena (yes, with a Mario twist), 3D Twister, and light-up axe throwing.
• Step into Archery Tag — a wild combo of dodgeball, paintball, and capture the flag, all with foam-tipped arrows and inflatable bunkers.
• Need a breather? Chill out with 18 holes of San Diego-themed mini golf, dual-screen Nintendo Switch games, pop-a-shot hoops, and lawn games like cornhole.
• Shake Smart is serving up fan favorites — think shakes, wraps, and acai bowls.

Whether you’re in it for the adrenaline or just want to hang with friends on the green, this is one PAR-TEE you don’t want to miss. See you there!

FREE w/ SDSU RedID + 1 GUEST ALLOWED 18+

Hungry for something new? Hello, San Diego! brings the best local bites to campus — all in one night and all for FREE

• Local food vendors serving up tacos, desserts & more
• Live music & DJ
• Photo ops + chill hangout vibes
• SDSU giveaways and games throughout the night

Don’t miss this Aztec Nights signature — come hungry and bring your friends!

FREE w/ SDSU RedID + 1 GUEST ALLOWED 18+

Dancing Through Decades: A Silent Disco is taking over the Union Courtyard for a night of nonstop vibes! Grab a headset and select from 3 channels, which will feature hits from the 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s. Don’t forget to stop by the boba bar and Gnarly Nachos food truck for delicious drinks and late-night snacks.

FREE w/ SDSU RedID + 1 GUEST ALLOWED 18+

Step back in time and party like it’s the 80s and 90s at PAC The Union on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. in Montezuma Hall. Get ready for a night full of classic arcade games, a photo booth, food and tons of fun activities. Dress to impress in your best 80s or 90s outfit, play BINGO and get a chance to win awesome prizes. Don’t miss this ultimate throwback night!

FREE w/ SDSU RedID + 1 GUEST ALLOWED 18+

Hear ye, hear ye! 
Join us for a majestic day of medieval merriment at the Ye Olde Aztec Knight – Fall 2025! 
Come feast like royalty with FREE food, challenge thy friends in thrilling games, unleash thy creativity with arts & crafts, and discover many more enchanted surprises! 
Costumes encouraged (but not required)!

FREE w/ SDSU RedID + 1 GUEST ALLOWED 18+

Trick or Eat is here! After all the campus fun, fuel up with a Late-Night Food Vendor Takeover

Every student gets 2 FREE tickets for tasty bites (2 savory + 1 sweet). Limited quantities — don’t ghost this chance!

FREE w/ SDSU RedID + 1 GUEST ALLOWED 18+

Check back for more information on this Aztec Nights event.