What are Special Events
The Department of Campus Recreation hosts a variety of events throughout the year for the students of Montclair State University. We host many free events, as well as fundraisers for various local charities. Events are sponsored by RecBoard, a student-run campus organization. The goal of our events is to help students get involved on campus, while having fun!
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Fall 2024 Events!
Join us for an exhilarating day of fun and excitement at Rec “Feastival” on Thursday, September 12! Explore all that our recreation center has to offer from intramural and club sports to fun fitness classes, and unforgettable trips. But that’s not all! Come indulge on a delicious array of food truck delights that will satisfy those cravings! While here don’t miss out on your chance to win some prizes, including the grand prize of 2 tickets to see Billie Eilish at the Prudential Center on Wednesday, October 9! This is the perfect opportunity to discover new activities, and connect with friends right before the start of the school year. Don’t miss out on the excitement, and mark your calendars!
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Thursday, September 5, 2024
- 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
- Student Recreation Center Gymnasium
Join us for an exciting afternoon at Yankee Stadium as the New York Yankees take on the Pittsburgh Pirates! Let’s cheer them on for the final game of the season! It’s going to be an epic showdown you won’t want to miss. Transportation is included and the bus will leave the Student Recreation Center at 1pm.
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is required on Fusion or at Student Recreation Center Main Office
- $30 for MSU Students; includes hats and $20 food voucher.
Where and When?
- Sunday, September 29, 2024
- 3:05 pm-End of Game. Bus leaves the Rec Center at 1 pm.
- Yankee Stadium (Meet at SRC)
Come on down to the SRC Front Lawn and let your creativity run wild at our Tie Dye Tango! Bring your friends and show off your vibrant designs while we supply the shirts, dye, and endless fun! It’s a celebration of colors, creativity, and community, co-sponsored with the awesome Office of Social Justice & Diversity. Join us for a day of laughter, tie-dye, and good vibes!
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Monday, September 23, 2024
- 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
- Student Recreation Center Front Lawn
Step back into the roaring twenties and immerse yourself in the glitz and glamor of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic novel – The Great Gatsby. Join us on Wednesday, October 9 at the Broadway Theatre to see The Great Gatsby Broadway Musical. Transportation will be provided to and from the theater. Bus leaves the Student Recreation Center at 5:00pm.
How do I sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and when?
- Wednesday, October 9 2024
- 7:00pm show, 5:00pm pickup
- Broadway Theatre, bus leaves from the SRC at 5:00pm
Gather ‘round for a night of chilling thrills at our Spooky Bingo event on Friday, October 25. Join us for an evening of fun as we play for bone-chilling prizes including 2 tickets to Six Flags Fright Fest. Don’t forget to indulge in a delicious spread of candy and snacks as you hunt for that winning bingo. Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed to impress in your most frightful attire!
How do I sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and when?
- Friday, October 25 2024
- 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
- Student Recreation Center Gymnasium
‘Tis the season to shop ‘til you drop at the holiday flea market on Thursday, November 21. Come support local student owned businesses and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Join us and indulge in fun holiday shopping!
Where and when?
- Thursday, November 21
- 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center Gym
How do I sign-up?
- Free for students with MSU ID
Attention all vendors! Join us for our upcoming Holiday Flea Market on Thursday, November 21. This is the perfect opportunity to showcase your fun and unique products to fellow students on campus! We would love for you to join us, and many other vendors on this fun day, so reserve your spot soon!
Where and when?
- Thursday, November 21
- 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center Gym
How do I sign-up?
- Sign-up form to be a vendor will be available on 10/1/24.
- Deadline to submit form is 11/15/14.