Upcoming Events

Aztec Nights: Ballads and Burgers – A Returning Student Experience is the ultimate welcome-back celebration for returning SDSU Aztecs! Reconnect with friends, make new memories, and kick off the semester with live dueling pianos, a DJ, free In-N-Out and Raising Cane’s, and a fun-filled block party atmosphere. Whether you’re singing along to your favorite songs, grabbing a bite to eat, or dancing the night away, this is the perfect way to celebrate the start of another incredible year at SDSU. Don’t miss one of the biggest welcome-back events of the semester!

Aztec Nights: First Night Fest kicks off your first weekend at SDSU with an unforgettable night of connection, celebration, and school spirit! Meet new friends through high-energy Playfair activities, experience the iconic Hello Walk, and hear from campus leaders before the party begins. Then enjoy free food, live music, interactive inflatables, crafts, a photo booth, and more as you celebrate the start of your SDSU Aztec journey. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, show your SDSU pride, or simply have an amazing first night on campus, First Night Fest is the place to be!

Aztec Nights: Campanile Kickback is the perfect place to meet new friends, enjoy great food, and make the most of your second night at SDSU! Hang out with fellow SDSU Aztecs while enjoying a live DJ, free food and drinks, mini golf, lawn games, a photo booth, and more. Join the digital Human Bingo challenge to spark new conversations, unwind with coloring or trivia, and enter the opportunity drawing for a chance to win exciting prizes. Whether you’re looking to socialize, relax, or simply soak in the campus atmosphere, Campanile Kickback has something for everyone.

Aztec Nights: ARC After Dark brings together the best of Aztec Nights for an unforgettable evening of games, friendly competition, and fun at the ARC! Take on interactive inflatables, challenge your friends to San Diego-themed mini golf, enjoy giant games, Nintendo Switch gaming, basketball challenges, and more. Refuel with free food throughout the night, then stick around for hourly prize drawings and opportunities to win even more by participating in activities. Whether you’re looking to compete, hang out with friends, or discover a new favorite game, ARC After Dark has something for everyone. 

Aztec Nights: SoCal Dreamin’ brings the ultimate Southern California beach party to campus! Soak up the SoCal vibes with a live DJ, thrilling inflatables, a surf simulator, interactive games, crafts, and a photo booth to capture the fun. Enjoy free tacos, pizza, ice cream, and slushies while spending the night with friends, then enter for a chance to win beach-inspired prizes throughout the evening. Whether you’re chasing adventure on the attractions or just kicking back with great food and music, SoCal Dreamin’ is the perfect way to experience an unforgettable Aztec Night.

Aztec Nights: Concrete N’ Currents – Surf & Skate Night brings California’s surf and skate culture to campus for an action-packed evening of fun! Watch professional skateboarders perform on a live skate ramp, test your skills on the surf simulator, challenge friends in Skate 3, and show off your fingerboarding tricks. Enjoy free California burritos, tacos, and tropical drinks while connecting with the SDSU Skate Club and Surf Team. Plus, compete in themed trivia and enter opportunity drawings for surf and skate prizes that will keep the SoCal vibes rolling long after the night ends.

Aztec Nights: Silent Disco is back for one of SDSU’s favorite late-night traditions! Grab a pair of wireless headphones, choose your own music channel, and dance the night away in an immersive silent disco experience featuring live DJs and special performances. Take a break to create your own personalized disco ball craft, snap photos at the 360° photo booth, and enjoy free Woodstock’s Pizza with friends. Whether you’re showing off your dance moves or getting creative, Silent Disco is a one-of-a-kind night you won’t want to miss.

Aztec Nights: K-Pop After Dark is your chance to experience an unforgettable night inspired by Korean pop culture! Sing your heart out during karaoke, show off your moves with Just Dance and a K-Pop dance lesson, test your knowledge with themed trivia, and enjoy live performances throughout the night. Get creative with toploader decorating and coloring, snap photos at the photo booth, challenge friends to lawn games, and enjoy free Korean-inspired food and boba. Whether you’re a longtime K-Pop fan or simply looking for a fun night out, K-Pop After Dark is the place to be!

Aztec Nights: Carnival is back with two unforgettable nights of classic carnival fun at SDSU! Experience the excitement of thrilling carnival rides, midway games with prizes, live music from the DJ, and classic carnival treats as Campanile Walkway transforms into a vibrant festival. Enjoy free caricatures, face painting, balloon artists, the Ultimate Game Truck, a photo booth, and so much more. Whether you’re chasing the biggest thrills, competing for prizes, or making memories with friends, Carnival is one of Aztec Nights’ biggest traditions—and an event you won’t want to miss!

Aztec Nights: Carnival is back with two unforgettable nights of classic carnival fun at SDSU! Experience the excitement of thrilling carnival rides, midway games with prizes, live music from the DJ, and classic carnival treats as Campanile Walkway transforms into a vibrant festival. Enjoy free caricatures, face painting, balloon artists, the Ultimate Game Truck, a photo booth, and so much more. Whether you’re chasing the biggest thrills, competing for prizes, or making memories with friends, Carnival is one of Aztec Nights’ biggest traditions—and an event you won’t want to miss!

Aztec Nights: Frights & Bites is the perfect way to celebrate spooky season with great food, music, and friends! Enjoy a festive evening featuring local food trucks serving up tacos, hot dogs, grilled cheese, donuts, and more while soaking in the Halloween-inspired atmosphere. Whether you’re grabbing a late-night bite, hanging out with friends, or making new connections, Frights & Bites offers a fun, welcoming, and delicious way to experience one of Aztec Nights’ favorite fall traditions. 

Aztec Nights: Midnight Study Break is your opportunity to recharge during finals week! Take a break from studying and enjoy a late-night experience filled with free food, fun activities, giveaways, and opportunities to relax with friends before heading back to the books. Whether you need a quick study break, a snack, or a chance to de-stress, Midnight Study Break is here to help you finish the semester strong with the support of your SDSU community.