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Fun ways your student can celebrate fall in Â鶹ӰԺ

Pumpkin Palooza

Fall has arrived in Â鶹ӰԺ! You can encourage your student to celebrate the change of season, meet new people and explore the city with these indoor and outdoor activities including football, food, crafts, entertainment and more.ÌýÌý

CU Buffs football

Nothing says fall like college football! There are football-related events open to students, families and the general public that will have everyone brimming with school spirit before cheering on the Buffs at any of the remaining .ÌýÌý

  • Downtown Â鶹ӰԺ hosts the the night before each home game and features the Golden Buffalo Marching Band, Spirit Squad, coaches, players and more! Stampedes are open to students, families and the public.Ìý

Get outside

Fall is the perfect time to explore the outdoors in and around Â鶹ӰԺ as the weather cools off and the leaves begin to change. Encourage your student to take a break from studying to get outside and take in the crisp fall air and changing colors.

  • Â鶹ӰԺ has suitable for all ages and abilities. Students can enjoy a great workout and take in Â鶹ӰԺ’s incredible mountain scenery at the same time.Ìý
  • If your student wants to experience the outdoors in a more structured setting, Outdoor Pursuits offers a variety of trips and classes for all experience levels, from hiking to rock climbing to fly fishing.Ìý
  • Students can view the fall colors from , or take a drive on the for a glimpse of changing leaves. CU offers several transportation options that students can take advantage of to explore off campus.Ìý

Events on campus

Your student doesn’t have to leave campus to enjoy fall-themed events! Encourage them to check out these weekly and monthly events on campus.Ìý

  • Your student can mingle with fellow Buffs while making fall-themed crafts together at weekly DIY Nights! From school spirit pennants to candle holders to pumpkin-themed crafts, they’ll leave with a cool craft they can keep for years and meet new friends at the same time.Ìý
  • Students can enjoy late night fun at Buffalo Nites events where they’ll bowl at The Connection, create painted masterpieces and more.
  • Students can indulge in some tasty fall treats and learn more about other student organizations on campus at this .Ìý

Events around Â鶹ӰԺ

Students can get outside and explore the city of Â鶹ӰԺ at these fun events downtown, just a short walk from campus.

  • Students can shop for fresh produce and other goods at the , held on Saturdays from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. through the end of November.ÌýÌý
  • featuring arts and entertainment, live music, fitness events and more. Encourage your student to check the calendar for daily, monthly and seasonal events.Ìý

Halloween fun

If your student loves Halloween, there are Halloween-specific events on campus through October. They can check out these events as well as the Student Affairs events calendar for more.Ìý

  • : Thursday, Oct. 24Ìý
  • : Monday, Oct. 28 through Wednesday, Oct. 30ÌýÌý
  • : Tuesday, Oct. 29
  • : Thursday, Oct. 31
  • : Friday, Nov. 1Ìý

Encourage your student to check out more ways to get involved from the Division of Student Affairs. They can stay connected to campus events by downloading the CU Â鶹ӰԺ Life app or following @CUÂ鶹ӰԺLife on , and .Ìý

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