Associated Students Events

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.

Monday Night Movies are back on Monday, Aug. 31 with screening of Superbad. Doors open at 6 pm. Movie starts at 6:30 pm.

Learn how you can get involved on campus in one of A.S.' boards, committees and commissions and find your community!

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.

SDSU graduate students, mingle with other students and faculty members at a fun and exciting social event. Students will be treated to tacos and giveaways!

Experience the energy at House Show on Wednesday, Sept. 9 from 12-1 pm featuring a student performer or band!  Come support your peers and discover your next favorite local act. 

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!

Get pumped for the SDSU home football game at Tailgate Takeover on Monday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Student Union Courtyard. Enjoy free food, activities and more! 

Step into the spotlight at our last Open Mic Night of the semester on Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Student Union Courtyard! This recurring series showcases the talent of student performers as they take the stage in front of a live audience. Whether you're performing or just there to support your peers, come enjoy an evening of music, poetry, comedy, and more in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Want to perform? Check our Instagram @aztecunion for link to sign up! 

Ready to immerse yourself in a celebration packed with rhythm, flavor and vibrant tradition? Join us for Sabor, Cultura y Comunidad on Tuesday, Sept. 22, from 5–7 p.m. in Montezuma Hall! Experience the rich heritage of Hispanic and Latinx culture through step-by-step dance instruction, hands-on art, lively trivia and delicious food. Whether you want to show off your moves or test your cultural knowledge, there is something here for everyone!

Monday Night Movies are back on Monday, Sept. 28 with screening of Scoot Pilgrim vs. The World. Doors open at 6 pm. Movie starts at 6:30 pm.

Experience the energy at House Show on Wednesday, Sept. 30 from 7-8 pm feaeturing a student performer or band!  Come support your peers and discover your next favorite local act. 

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!

Think you know it all? Prove it at our 2000s Trivia Night on Monday, Oct. 5 from 6-8 pm in the Student Union Courtyard! Gather your  friends, grab food, and compete for glory, bragging rights, and epic prizes.

Step into the spotlight at our last Open Mic Night of the semester on Wednesday, Oct. 21 from 6-8 p.m. in the Student Union Courtyard! This recurring series showcases the talent of student performers as they take the stage in front of a live audience. Whether you're performing or just there to support your peers, come enjoy an evening of music, poetry, comedy, and more in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Want to perform? Check our Instagram @aztecunion for link to sign up! 

Ready for a spooky night? Join us for an outdoor screening of Friday the 13th on Tuesday, Oct. 27 in the Student Union Courtyard! The fun starts at 6 p.m. with the movie beginning at 6:30 p.m. Come in costume for a chance to win prizes in our costume contest! 

Get ready for a night of Halloween fun! Join us on Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 6-8 p.m. in the Student Union Courtyard for games, activities, treats, and more. Grab your friends, get into the Halloween spirit, and come celebrate with us.

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. 

Hear what SDSU has to offer! Join us for Sounds of SDSU: A Music Student Showcase on Monday, Nov. 9 from 6-8 p.m. as we celebrate the talent and creativity of our student musicians.

SDSU students are encouraged to apply! Sign-ups will open soon, so follow @aztecunion on Instagram for application details and updates.

Take a moment to celebrate gratitude! Join us for It’s Giving Thanks on Monday, Nov. 16 for an afternoon of gratitude, connection, and fun activities like gratitude jars and more. Bring a friend, share what you’re thankful for, and take a moment to celebrate the good things in life.

Lights, camera, creativity! Join us for our Student Film Festival on Tuesday, Dec. 8 from 6-8 p.m. in the Student Union Theatre and experience the creativity of our student filmmakers.

Interested in having your film featured? Sign-ups will open soon! Follow @aztecunion on Instagram for updates and submission details.

Need a break from the semester? Get cozy with us on Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 6-8 p.m. for a Cozy Lounge! Take a break, unwind, and enjoy a relaxing evening before finals. 

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.