Glow in The Dark Party
Time: 9 PM - 11 PM
Location: McInnes Room, SUB
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.
Opening Ceremonies
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.
Spirit Rally & Class Photo
Time: 7 PM - 8 PM
Location: *MOVED TO STUDLEY QUAD
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.
Off Campus Welcome *New location
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.
Residence Community Meetings
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.
Tiger Welcome Day
Time: 4:30 PM - 9 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.
Residence Parent and Guardian Q&A
Time: 1 PM - 2 PM
Location: Your Respective Residence
Calling all parents and guardians! This is your time to meet your residents Residence Life Manager! Ask questions, share concerns, and have some snacks as your residents meets their community at Speed Friending.
Welcome to Residence
Time: 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Your Respective Residence
Welcome to Residence Life here at Dalhousie!
Join us for this info session about (almost) everything you need to know about residence living for the upcoming year. After the session you will be taken around the building for a tour!
Try an E-Scooter!
Time: 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Location: Alumni Crescent Parking Lot
Curious about the e-scooters around campus? Now's your chance to try one! Drop by to take a free test ride, learn how to ride safely, and discover a fun new way to explore Halifax.
Photobooths
Time: 2 PM - 4PM (SEPTEMBER 4TH )
Location: Rowe Management Building
Celebrate this exciting milestone with the people who helped you get here! Stop by our photo booth at the Friends & Family Coffee Break for a free photo strip and leave with a special keepsake you'll cherish long after Orientation.
Time: ALL DAY (SEPTEMBER 5TH)
Location: Studley Quad
Capture the start of your Dal journey with a stop at our photo booth in front of the iconic Henry Hicks Building! Grab a free photo strip to remember the day—a perfect keepsake for your scrapbook, wallet, or residence room.
O-Week Pass Pick-up
Thursday & Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: 9 AM - 2 PM
Your O-Week Pass will grant you FULL ACCESS to ALL O-Week events and is your ticket to see The Beaches at DalFest!!
Visit the Dalhousie Student Union Building at 6136 University Avenue between 9 AM - 5 PM on Thursday & Friday or between 9 AM - 2 PM on Saturday to pick up your O-Week Access Pass and Tote!
Back-to-School Free Store Shop (Multi-Day)
Time: 11 AM - 5 PM | September 2nd - 5th
Location: Mona Campbell Building via the LeMarchant St entrance
Get ready for the school year at the Free Store!
From September 2nd to 5th, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., students can shop for free by presenting a valid Dal or King’s ID card (or other proof of enrolment). Take up to 3 items or item sets per visit and enter once per day for a chance to win a mini fridge raffle prize.