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2025 Schedule of Events

MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY


MULTI-DAY EVENTS

Banners on Display

Monday, Sep. 29 – Sunday, Oct. 5
On display around campus

Cost: Free

Students competing in the Shocktoberfest spirit competition have decorated banners celebrating Shocker Pride. Banners are on display around the interior of campus through Sunday, Oct. 6. Winning banners will be announced at Shocker Madness.

Door Decorations on Display

Monday, Sep. 29 – Sunday, Oct. 5
Various Locations

Cost: Free

Shocker themed doors decorated by individual faculty/staff, departments, and on-campus residents are on display around campus through Friday, October 4. Decorations celebrate Shocker pride with the vision of "Blast from the Past." Awards will be announced at Shocker Madness.

Want to enter the competition? Learn more


MONDAY,  SEPTEMBER 29

Shocktoberfest Kick-off

Monday, Sep. 29 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
RSC North Patio

Cost: Free

Join your fellow Shockers to kick-off a week of celebration and Shocker Pride. The Shocktoberfest Kick-off event features music, food, activities, and giveaways. Students will receive a free Shocktoberfest T-Shirt while supplies last.

Bonfire

Monday, Sep. 29 | 7 p.m.
Braeburn Square

Cost: Free

Revel in the spirit of Shocktoberfest with WSU Cheer, Marching Band and a few of your favorite athletes. This event will be located in the lawn east of Braeburn Square near Oliver. Access the event from the bridge between Fuzzy's and Social Tap.


TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

Shocker Make & Take

Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 11 a.m. (while supplies last)
RSC 1st Floor

Cost: Free to students with WSU ID

Stop by to DIY your own Shocker themed Make & Take. This event is exclusive to WSU Students, limit one per student. Available while supplies last.


WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1

Wu's Birthday Bash

Wednesday, Oct. 1 | 11 a.m. (while supplies last)
RSC 1st Floor

Cost: Free to students with WSU ID

WuShock has reached another milestone in Shocker History! Celebrate Wu and 77 years of bringing Shockers together! Wu’s Birthday Bash features music, games, snacks, cake, and your chance to congratulate Wu in person! Wu will be present at Wu’s Birthday Bash from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 

 

Pickleball Tournament

Wednesday, Oct. 1 | 6-9 p.m.
Heskett Center Pickleball Courts

Cost: Free

Want to compete at Pickleball? Check out the competitions page to enter your team.


THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2

Memorial '70 Remembrance

Thursday, Oct. 2 | 9 a.m.
Memorial Drive and Hillside

The annual remembrance of Memorial ’70 will be held at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2, at the memorial sculpture at the university entrance at Memorial Drive and Hillside (18th and Hillside).

A reception will be held immediately following the ceremony in the lobby of Duerksen Fine Arts Center across from the memorial. The Shocker '70 Room in 202 Rhatigan Student Center will be open for anyone who would like to drop in.

More about the Memorial '70

Shocker Corn Roast

Thursday, Oct. 2 | 4 - 6 p.m.
RSC N. Patio

Cost: Free to students w/ WSU ID

The Roast livens up the heart of campus with music, food and games. Stop by for Roasated Corn with flavored butters, popcorn, and other corny treats. Students who check-in will be entered into a prize drawing. This event is free to WSU Students w/ ID. Faculty/Staff who are interested in attending will receive a food voucher in exchange for two canned food items to be donated to the Shocker Support Locker.

 


FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3

Braeburn Patio Party

Friday, Oct. 3 | 5 - 7 p.m.
Braeburn Square

Cost: Free admission

This casual and fun-filled gathering promises an unforgettable evening to connect with Shocker Nation. Enjoy deals from our vendors, food trucks, games and music. Students in attendance will receive a ticket for a free treat of their choice from one of our participating sponsors.

Shocker Volleyball v. Tulsa

Friday, Oct. 3 | 7 p.m.
Charles Koch Arena

Cost: Free to students w/ WSU ID

 


SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4

Entrepreneur Market

Saturday, Oct. 4 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Rhatigan Student Center

Cost: Free admission

The inaugural Entrepreneur Market will highlight the many diverse small businesses in our community run by alumni, students and friends! Browse market stalls in Woolsey Hall throughout the morning to explore unique creations while supporting local businesses.

Have a business you want to share? Learn more

Honors Induction Ceremony

Saturday, Oct. 4 | 1:00 p.m.
Wiedemann Hall
 
Cost: Free to Honors College Students + Families
 
First-year Cohen Honors students and their guests are invited to Honors Induction. This cherished tradition formally welcomes students into the honors community and includes an annual book dedication by the dean of the college to the incoming class.
 
The dress is casual or business casual with Shocker colors encouraged. We ask students to RSVP for themselves and their guests by filling out this form.
 
Honors College Open House
Saturday, Oct. 4 | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Honors College - Shocker Hall Building A
 
Cost: Free to Honors College Students + Families
 
All Cohen Honors College Families are invited to the Honors College Open House. Enjoy light refreshments, and conversations with our faculty and staff.

Brew Garden + Fan Fest

Saturday, Oct. 4 | 3 - 6 p.m.
Wichita State University - Location TBA

Cost: Free admission

Enjoy an afternoon on-campus filled with beverages from your favorite local vendors. The Shocktoberfest Brew Garden + Fan Fest, in partnership with Shocker Athletics, will fill the alley and parking lot east of Koch Arena with music, breweries, food trucks and fun activities for the whole family!

Want to be a vendor? Learn more

Shocktoberfest Parade

Saturday, Oct. 4 | 4 p.m.

Cost: Free

Everyone is invited to attend the 2024 Shocktoberfest Parade, the highlight of the weeklong celebration of Shocker spirit and pride. Participants will enjoy entertainment from the Shocker Sound Machine marching band, dance teams, and decorated cars and floats from student groups and community members. 

For the best parade experience, grab a spot along Innovation Blvd, Mike Oatman Dr., or Perimeter Rd. These locations offer great views and are easily accessible.

Learn more about the parade

Shocker Madness

Saturday, Oct. 4 | 6:00 p.m.
Charles Koch Arena

Cost: Free Admission

Fans are invited to a free evening of fun at Charles Koch Arena and a sneak preview of the WSU men's and women's basketball teams at WSU's annual Shocker Madness season kickoff event. The event will also include announcements for individual Shocktoberfest awards and the winning team over the overall trophy. Shocker Madness is a signature event of Shocktoberfest and you won't want to miss it!


For More Info

Student Engagement & Belonging
Room 216, Rhatigan Student Center

seb@wichita.edu