Winterfest Weekend

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Thursday, February 2

  • Hartnett Gallery Opening Reception

    Reception from 4-6 p.m. with an artist talk at 5 p.m. in the Gown Room. Show will be available for viewing until February 25. Sponsored by the Hartnett Gallery Committee.

  • Community Engagement Fair

    Want to get involved in the local Rochester community? Want to meet organizations that are making change? Want to learn more about serving in Rochester Youth Year after graduation? During the first day of Winterfest, February 2, you can come to meet organizations that are working in the Rochester community. Sponsored by Center for Community Engagement, Rochester Youth Year, SA, and iZone. Details on CCC!

    Event Information

    Where: iZone

    When: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

  • URLN Trivia

    Come join Late Night and Quizbowl for Trivia Night! Every Thursday in Rocky's you can compete against your peers and prove you are the best at trivia. First and second place winners will receive a prize! Co-Hosted with Quiz Bowl and WCSA. Details on CCC!

    Event Information

    Where: Rocky's

    When: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

    Co-hosted with Quiz Bowl and WCSA

Friday, February 3

  • URCG Screening of The Woman King

    Details on CCC!

    Event Information

    Where: Hoyt Hall

    When: 6:30 p.m..

  • URLN Event - Bingo

    BINGO! Come play and test your luck for a chance to win prizes. Details on CCC!

    Event Information

    Where: May Room

    When: 9 p.m. - Midnight

  • Free Pool & Games

    Enjoy an assortment of board games and a free game of pool (or two)!

    Event Information

    Where: Rocky's Sub Shop & Lounge

    When: 9 p.m. - Midnight


Students at 2022 Giveaway

Club Rochester

3:30 - 5 p.m.. | Feldman Ballroom

Mingle with friends, faculty, and staff to you expand your hive at our campus happy hour. Enjoy light fare snacks, discounted beverages, and enter to win some fun prizes! Non-alcoholic beverages will also be provided. All campus members are welcome. Have questions? Email WCSA. Details on CCC!


Saturday, February 4

  • Ice Carving Demonstration

    A Winterfest classic – live ice carving! Come watch in person or check out our livestream.

    Event Information

    Where: Wilson Commons Porch

    When: 2:30 p.m..

  • CANCELED: Fire Pits and S'mores

    The best way to cure the winter blues is to come have a warm drink and make a tasty s’more by the fire! Details on CCC!

    Event Information

    Where: Wilson Quad and Porch

    When: CANCELED


Students at 2022 Giveaway

Winterfest Giveaway

2 - 5 p.m.. | Wilson Quad

We are so excited for this year's giveaway! We have the CUTEST knit blankets to keep you warm all winter long! Details on CCC!

  • Winter Wonderland

    We have TONS of fun activities to help you celebrate winter! Come to the ballroom for interactive games and novelties, stop by the photo booth in Haven’s, decorate a cookie on the bridge lounge, build-a-buddy in the ballroom, and so much more! Details on CCC!

    Event Information

    Where: Campus Center

    When: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

  • Tasting Stations

    Warm up with samples of poutine and nachos. Tickets are $3 each and can only be purchased from the Common Market.

    Event Information

    Where: Hirst Lounge

    When: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

  • The Search for Happiness: Wisdom from Aquinas and the Classical Tradition

    Join Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P., of the Dominican House of Studies for a lecture followed by a 15-minute Q&A session. Hosted with the Thomistic Institute and the Undergraduate Philosophy Council. Details on CCC!

    Event Information

    Where: Goergen 101: Sloan Auditorium

    When: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

  • URLN - Dodgeball

    Get out of the cold and enjoy some dodgeball with friends! Details on CCC!

    Event Information

    Where: Spurrier Gym

    When: 9 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

  • Free Pool & Games

    Enjoy an assortment of board games and a free game of pool (or two)!

    Event Information

    Where: Rocky's Sub Shop & Lounge

    When: 9 p.m.. - Midnight


Winterfest 2023 Poster

A Night of Comedy – Featuring: Chris Redd, Alex Moffat, and Melissa Villaseñor

9 p.m.. | Kodak Hall at Eastman

Doors open at 8:15 pm. If you need transportation, there will be looping shuttles from Rush Rhees to Kodak starting at 7 p.m. See you there! Tickets can be purchased at the Eastman Box Office online for $10 for UR undergrads (limit 2) starting January 23 and $30 for everyone else starting January 25. UR undergrads, be sure to check your email for info on how you can purchase your discounted ticket.

Note: If you bought an Undergraduate Ticket you must have a valid UR ID at the door.

Sponsors

Student Programming Board, Wilson Commons Student Activities, UR Late Night, Class Councils, Pepsi, Dining Services, Alumni Relations and Constituent Engagement, Cinema Group, Hartnett Art Gallery, and Eastman Office for Student Activities.