Group shot of six smiling students at Aztec Nights event

Upcoming Events

Fri, Aug 22, 2025

Carnival Night 1

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+

WHEN: 9pm-1am
WHERE: Campanile Walkway
Sat, Aug 23, 2025

Carnival Night 2

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+

WHEN: 9pm-1am
WHERE: Campanile Walkway
Fri, Aug 29, 2025

ARC After Dark

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+

WHEN: 9pm-1am
WHERE: Aztec Recreation Center
Sat, Aug 30, 2025

Hello, San Diego!

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+

WHEN: 9pm-1am
WHERE: Campanile Walkway
Fri, Sep 5, 2025

Aztec Night

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Sat, Sep 6, 2025

Aztec Night

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Fri, Sep 12, 2025

Aztec Night

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Sat, Nov 1, 2025

Aztec Night

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Thu, Dec 11, 2025

Midnight Study Break

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