Commuter Week 2026 is almost here!
This year's theme is Welcome to Commuterville, a celebration designed to recognize and support our commuter students at UMBC!
Throughout the week, we will host a variety of programs focused on connection, resources, and community-building, including:
Commuter Day at the Arena | Saturday, Feb 28
Students will start with a pre-game mixer at 1:00 PM to connect with fellow commuters and enjoy a meal before cheering on the women's basketball team at the 2:00 PM game. The first 100 commuters at the mixer will receive a giveaway. UMBC students attend the game for free with their student ID and can bring additional guests at a discounted rate.
Commuter Week Kick-Off | Monday, Mar 2 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Commons Mainstreet
We'll kick off Monday with music, giveaways, and an interactive smoothie bike where students can pedal to power their own drink before heading to class.
Good Afternoon Commuters and Off-Campus Housing Fair | Tuesday, Mar 3 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | UC Ballroom
In collaboration with Retriever Support Services. Students can enjoy lunch while exploring on- and off-campus housing options and learning about community resources available to commuters. Some of the off-campus resources available will be: MDTA Key Bridge Rebuild Team, MD EZ Pass, SphereHub)
Crafternoon | Wednesday, Mar 4 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Lower Flat Tuesdays
A relaxed, drop-in style event where students can take a midday break with crafts, snacks, and social time to unwind and recharge between classes.
Black & Gold Mixer | Thursday, Mar 5 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Commons Mainstreet
In collaboration with Student Affairs Success Initiatives and the Office of Institutional Advancement, this networking-style event connects commuter students with peers, alumni, and staff during Black & Gold Rush with food and community.
Students who attend events throughout the week will also have the opportunity to enter a raffle to win a Commuter Connections-branded speaker. The more events they attend, the more entries they earn.
All events are listed on our Commuter Connections myUMBC.