Rec Fest
Wednesday, September 27, 2023 | 1-4 pm
Rec Fest is the UCSB Department of Recreation's annual showcase event that takes place during UCSB's Week of Welcome every Fall quarter of the new academic year. The festival showcases the variety of classes and activities that Recreation offers including FREE fitness, sport, and adventure demos. Information and sign-ups are available for Intramural Sports, Sports Clubs, Athletic Training, Get up GAUCHOS!, Gaucho R.E.C., and more! Participants also enjoy live performances, games, giveaways from our sponsors, and more!
Rec Fest has been one of the most popular events on campus since the first time it was held in 1993. Over 5,000 students, faculty, staff, and community members attend each year! Join us this year for the fun!
- Giveaways from the Department of Recreation and our sponsors (T-Shirts, Gift Certificates, Stickers, and more!)
- Interactive Games
- Meet and sign up for one of our Sport Clubs!
- Gaucho R.E.C. demos
- Fitness demos
- Intramural Sports and Sport Club sign-ups
- Live performances including music and entertainment
- Adventure Programs Mobile Climbing Wall, Slacklining, Aerial Silks, and more
- Rock Climbing in the Adventure Climbing Center
- Try SCUBA Diving (No Experience Necessary), Log Rolling, and Play Canoe Battleship at the Rec Cen Pools
- Athletic Training and Athletic Performance Center information
For questions about the Rec Fest, contact Ashley Marsh at ashley.marsh@recreation.ucsb.edu.
For sponsorship and booth, opportunities see Event Sponsorship or contact marketing@recreation.ucsb.edu.