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Tiger Welcome Day

  • Dalhousie University Halifax, NS, B3H 4R2 Canada (map)

Time: 3:30 PM - 11 PM
Location: Multiple Locations (See individual events)

Tiger Welcome Day is Dalhousie's official welcome to the incoming Class of 2026!

This exciting day brings all new students together to build connections, celebrate the start of their university journey, and experience the energy, traditions, and spirit of the Dal community. From meeting your new community to cheering alongside thousands of fellow students, Tiger Welcome Day is the perfect way to kick off your Dalhousie experience.

If you have any accessibility needs you would like to discuss, please feel free to reach out to orientation@dal.ca.

  • Event Energy Level:
    High Energy (large crowds, loud, highly social/active)

  • Target Audience:
    O-Week Passholders

O-Week Events
Residence Community Meetings
Sep 5
Anchor Event, Informational, Meal, Medium Energy, Evening Event, General, Tiger Welcome Day, In-Person, Residence, All O-Week Passholders
Residence Community Meetings
Anchor Event, Informational, Meal, Medium Energy, Evening Event, General, Tiger Welcome Day, In-Person, Residence, All O-Week Passholders

Time: 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: Your Respective Residence

Start your Dalhousie journey by connecting with your new community.

Students living in residence will meet with their residence community, while off-campus students will join the Off-Campus Welcome to meet their mentors, make new friends, enjoy a meal, and learn about opportunities to get involved throughout the year.

Anchor Event, Informational, Meal, Medium Energy, Evening Event, General, Tiger Welcome Day, In-Person, Residence, All O-Week Passholders
Off Campus Welcome
Sep 5
Off-Campus Students, Tiger Welcome Day
Off Campus Welcome
Off-Campus Students, Tiger Welcome Day

Time: 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: Studley Quad (rain location, Student Union Building McInnes room)

The Off Campus Welcome is Dalhousie University’s official introduction event for new students who will be living off-campus while studying at the Halifax Campus. Hosted by the Off Campus Council, this event is designed to ensure that all students, regardless of where they live, feel connected, informed, and excited about their university journey from day one.

First year students will meet their mentors, participate in icebreaker games with their mentor groups, and enjoy a meal before the spirit rally and opening ceremonies.

Off-Campus Students, Tiger Welcome Day
Spirit Rally & Class Photo
Sep 5
Evening Event, High Energy, Anchor Event, Social, General, Tiger Welcome Day, All O-Week Passholders
Spirit Rally & Class Photo
Evening Event, High Energy, Anchor Event, Social, General, Tiger Welcome Day, All O-Week Passholders

Time: 7 PM - 8 PM
Location: Wickwire Field

Get Dal'd up and get ready to show your Tiger pride!

All new students will gather on Wickwire Field for a spirited rally featuring cheers, friendly competitions, learning the legendary Tiger Shuffle, and the annual class photo to commemorate the start of your Dalhousie journey.

Evening Event, High Energy, Anchor Event, Social, General, Tiger Welcome Day, All O-Week Passholders
Opening Ceremonies
Sep 5
Tiger Welcome Day, Anchor Event, Evening Event, Medium Energy, General, In-Person, All O-Week Passholders
Opening Ceremonies
Tiger Welcome Day, Anchor Event, Evening Event, Medium Energy, General, In-Person, All O-Week Passholders

Time: 8 PM - 9 PM
Location: Studley Quad

Celebrate the official start of the academic year at Dalhousie's Opening Ceremonies. Hear from university and student union leaders, enjoy special performances, and learn more about the Dal community as we welcome you to campus with pride, excitement, and Tiger spirit.

Tiger Welcome Day, Anchor Event, Evening Event, Medium Energy, General, In-Person, All O-Week Passholders
Glow in The Dark Party
Sep 5
Evening Event, High Energy, General, Anchor Event, Drop-In, Tiger Welcome Day, All O-Week Passholders
Glow in The Dark Party
Evening Event, High Energy, General, Anchor Event, Drop-In, Tiger Welcome Day, All O-Week Passholders

Time: 9 PM - 11 PM
Location: Studley Quad

Get ready for a high-energy night of music and dance at the Glow in the Dark Party. Featuring your favourite DJ, glowing props, and an electric atmosphere.

Evening Event, High Energy, General, Anchor Event, Drop-In, Tiger Welcome Day, All O-Week Passholders

Contact:
Have questions about this event? Contact orientation@dal.ca

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