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Activities & Events

Explore activities and events at Montclair, including Campus Recreation programs, student-led events, fitness and intramurals, cultural celebrations, and leadership opportunities happening throughout the year.

Get Involved at Montclair

Life at Montclair extends far beyond the classroom. Throughout the year, our campus hosts a wide variety of events and activities that give students opportunities to get involved, meet others, and enjoy time outside of the classroom. From student-led events and campus traditions to cultural celebrations and performances, there’s always something happening. Whether you’re looking to stay active through fitness and wellness programs, explore creative and academic events, or stop by an involvement fair to discover new opportunities, campus events make it easy to feel part of the Montclair community.

Explore What’s Happening on Campus

Take a closer look at some of the events and programs that shape campus life throughout the year.

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Discover Events on Engage

Looking for everything happening at Montclair? Engage is the central hub for campus events, featuring programs hosted by Campus Recreation, student organizations, Greek Life, and other campus groups.

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Annual University Traditions

Montclair hosts a variety of traditional campus events throughout the year. Signature events like Homecoming and Red Hawk Day give students, families, and alumni opportunities to come together, enjoy campus activities, and celebrate being part of the Montclair community.

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Cultural Celebrations

Celebrate culture, creativity, and shared experiences with events like World’s Fair Day, where students enjoy global food, performances, and multicultural showcases.

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Involvement Fairs

Montclair hosts a variety of involvement fairs throughout the year, including student organization fairs and part-time job fairs that connect students with campus departments, clubs, and opportunities.

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Campus Recreation

From group fitness classes and intramural leagues to social recreation activities, Campus Recreation programs help students stay active, recharge outside the classroom, and fit easily into a weekly routine.

Have Questions? We’re Here to Help.

Not sure where to start or looking for more ways to get involved? The Office of Student Engagement can help you explore events, organizations, and opportunities happening across campus.

Office of Student Engagement

The Office of Student Engagement brings you events, programs and opportunities designed to help you connect, explore your interests and make the most of your college experience. Something is always happening on the Montclair and Bloomfield campuses.