21 things to do: Have fun before finals with therapy dogs, free food, more
You made it to the last week of classes, Buffs! This week brings to campus a free Late Night Breakfast, Senior Sunset, several fun-before-finals events, Grad Bash, the 2025 ATLAS Expo and much more.
All week
Through May 1
Seniors: Join Grad Days events during the last weeks of the semester. These events are a great way to connect with your Buff community and celebrate this milestone together. Decorate your grad cap, enjoy free breakfast and more!
Monday, April 28
Grad Cap Decorating
April 28–May 1 9 a.m.–6 p.m. CU Book Store
Add your own flair to your commencement cap! Swing by the book store in the UMC to use our decorating supplies and show off your creativity.
Preparing for Finals
3–4 p.m. C4C N238
Join this presentation to learn how to navigate accommodations during finals week and how to best prepare for exams.
Fun Before Finals: Create-a-Creature
4–6 p.m. UMC 330
Need a study buddy? Create your very own stuffed animal friend! We’ll provide all the supplies you need to stuff, fluff and dress your new companion. Hurry, supplies are limited!
Tuesday, April 29
Grab and Go Breakfast
9–11 a.m. Herbst Plaza & VAC Breezeway
Celebrate graduation by grabbing a free donut (or two!) on your way to class.
Finals Week Swag
11 a.m.–1 p.m. Wardenburg
Swing by and grab a swag bag to celebrate your achievements. Congrats to the CU Boulder Class of 2025! Sko Buffs!
Backyard Island BBQ (AAPI Heritage Month closing event)
5–7 p.m. Koenig Alumni Center
Let’s honor Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month together with this evening of free food, music, activities and performances! Open to all students, staff and faculty. Hosted by the Center for Student Involvement, Center for Inclusion and Social Change and AAPI Forever Buffs.
DIY Nights: Seashell picture frames
5–7 p.m. UMC 457
Do you have senior photos that need to be framed? Looking for the perfect no-cost graduation gift? Create picture frame collages at this event! Registration in BuffConnect is free and required to participate. All supplies will be provided.
Senior Sunset
7–10 p.m. Chautauqua Dining Hall
Watch the sun set over the Flatirons with friends as we say goodbye to senior year. There will be food and activities! If you're 21-plus, enjoy up to two free drinks (ID required). Advance registration required.
Wednesday, April 30
Easels and Ear Seeds
10 a.m.–noon Wardenburg, Room 321
Need a study break? Stop by for free ear seeding, mini-easel painting and resources to help you de-stress and recharge. You’ve got this, Buffs!
Leadership Luncheon: Transition
11 a.m.–1 p.m. UMC 330
Learn how to successfully transition your new board and set them up for future success! We will also share more about our resource center what is offered.
Zen Meditation
6–7 p.m. UMC 411
Interested in learning to meditate? Looking to unwind at the end of a busy day? Already have a practice and hoping to find others who share your passion for zazen? Join this event to learn about the way of zen.
Take Back The Night
6–10 p.m. Norlin Library and Quad
Join us in raising awareness about sexual violence and empowering everyone to take a stand against violence and abuse. Be part of the movement and make a difference!
Late Night Breakfast
7–9 p.m. UMC, first floor
Relax, take a break and re-energize yourself at Late Night Breakfast! Open to all CU Boulder students with valid Buff OneCard. No meal plan required. Free breakfast food (while supplies last) will be provided along with a Smash Room in collaboration with CUSG.
Thursday, May 1
9–11 a.m. The Grotto
Pick up a free breakfast box packed with all your morning favorites to keep you energized and focused for finals. There will be gluten-free and vegan options, too, so there’s something for everyone. Don't miss out on this chance to fuel your brain and body!
ATLAS Expo 2025
4–6:30 p.m. Roser ATLAS Center
Every year, ATLAS students take over the Roser ATLAS Center to showcase the creative technology and design projects they've been working on all semester. This is your chance to go hands on with games, electronics, AR/VR, interactive and immersive experiences, fabrication, motion capture and more.
Grad Bash
4–7 p.m. Koenig Alumni Center
Graduating students! Celebrate your transition into the Forever Buffs family with food, refreshments, music and prizes! Register in advance to snag a sweet graduation gift.
Free Fiske Thursdays
7–8 p.m. Fiske Planetarium
Grab your Buff OneCard and head over to Fiske Planetarium to enjoy Free Fiske Thursdays! All 7 p.m. shows and star talks are free for CU Boulder students on Thursdays.
Friday, May 2
11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. C4C Abrams Lounge
Join this year-end celebration! Free brunch, community and recognition for graduating seniors. Doors open at 11 a.m., and brunch and celebration start at 11:30 a.m. Drop in at your convenience.
Noon–2 p.m. Rec Center lobby
Join this event for a stress-relief snuggle session with therapy dogs! Brought to you by Go Team Therapy Dogs.
5–6 p.m. Rec Center, Mind Body Studio
The Rec offers a free fitness class each Friday. No registration required. Try something new this week!
Saturday, May 3
May 3–4 Fiske Planetarium and Science Center $8+
Join Fiske Planetarium and Science Center for Dome Fest West, the dedicated fulldome film festival in the US. The public is invited to attend screening blocks on May 3–4, and only 30 tickets are available for each screening block. Check the schedule for details.