April 21 – May 2, 2026
More than 30 celebrations and relaxing activities to wrap up your academic year.
Unwind a bit each day as you prepare for final projects and exams.
End of Year Bash
FREE for UNL students with Event Pass.
Saturday, May 2
3 to 6 p.m.
Nebraska Union Plaza + Meier Common
Enjoy fun games, food, and entertainment:
INFLATABLE GAMES: X-Treme Radical Run; Warped Wall Obstacle Course
MECHANICAL BULL
YARD GAMES: Cornhole; Spikeball; Ladder Golf.
SNACKS: Cotton Candy; Popcorn
SPECIAL FEATURES: Caricature Artist; Therapy Dogs from Domesti-PUPS
Featured Events
April 26 & May 1, 2026
Free Skating @ Breslow
Breslow Ice Center
Skate into your final days of the semester with free skating at Breslow!
hosted by Campus Recreation
Details
April 26 - May 1
Bowling All Week
Husker Bowling Center
Enjoy a round of FREE bowling at the Husker Bowling Center!
Details
April 27- May 1, 2026
De-Stress Fest
Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center, Oasis Student Lounge
Various activities including:
Grocery Bingo Beats
April 27 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Final Fiesta
April 29 from 12 to 3 p.m.
Grab & Go Brunch
May 1 from 10 a.m to 12 p.m.
hosted by Student Culture & Community
Details
6 to 8 p.m. | April 30, 2026
Fresh Air Fix
Outdoor Adventures Center, outside green space
A come-and go wellness experience to help you recharge before finals.
Gentle yoga
Therapy Dogs
S'Mores, Smoothies & Papi Churros
Celcius Drinks
Giveaways
hosted by Campus Recreation Outdoor Adventures and Student Culture & Community
10 a.m. to 7 p.m. | April 28, 2026
Gradfest & Gradfest After Hours
Wick Alumni Center
Class of 2026 graduates - join your fellow Husker graduates to purchase your cap and gown.
Enjoy an after hours celebration with a live D.J, food truck, drinks & prizes.
Celebrate your big accomplishment and be welcomed into the Nebraska Alumni Association family.
hosted by Nebraska Alumni Association
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11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | May 1, 2026
FriYAY Fest
Nebraska Union, Memorial Plaza and Meier Common
A midday study break & farmers market! Unwind outdoors with free...
Pulled Pork Sandwiches from Harper's Smokehouse (while supplies last)
Bubbl'r, Alani and Pepsi (while supplies last)
Dairy Store Ice Cream provided by UNL Alumni Association
Giveaways from Local Farmer Vendors
Games + sidewalk chalk
Music, prizes, and more
5 to 7 p.m. | May 1, 2026
First Friday at Sheldon
Sheldon Museum of Art
Celebrate the end of the semester at Sheldon! May's First Friday features free Papi Churros, popsicles, lawn games, live music & more!
Details
3 to 6 p.m. | May 2, 2026
End of Year Bash
Nebraska Union, Memorial Plaza
Free outdoor carnival with fun games, food, and entertainment.
Inflatable Games: X-Treme Radical Run; Warped Wall Obstacle Course
Mechanical Bull
Snow Cones
hosted by Campus Nighlife; Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement; and Residence Hall Association
April 22 & 24, 2026
Earthstock
Nebraska Union, Memorial Plaza and Meier Common
A 2-Day campus event including:
Block Party I April 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free Earthstock tote bags (while supplies last)
Farmers Market
Plant Giveaway
Clothing Swap & more
Music Festival I April 24 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Live Performances from the Red Keys and Gentz
Free Food & swag (while supplies last)
hosted by Association of Students of the University of Nebraska (ASUN)
Details
7 to 10 p.m. | April 23, 2026
Outdoor Film: Mama Mia! Here We Go Again
Kiewit Greenspace
Join RHA for a fun outdoor movie with free popcorn & candy mix-ins!
hosted by Residence Hall Association
All Events
ACCOMMODATIONS: If reasonable accommodations such as interpreters, large print, special seating, etc. are needed to accommodate a disability for events hosted by university departments, reach out to the contact listed in the event at least two weeks prior. The department will work with you to discuss accommodations and ensure appropriate arrangements are available.