Open Events

When you sign up for IlliniFest, you'll register for all the events you're planning to attend the day of the big event and will receive an agenda of those events via email. Note that the following events don't require registration, so if you have some free time in your schedule, we encourage you to check them out, too!

List of Open Events

Event Time Location
10:00a–2:00p Illini Union, Room B&C and Lounge
Join us in learning about ways to be a successful Illini, and the many opportunities that exist at Illinois! Stop by any time between 10:00am and 2:00pm to explore offices and resources on campus that provide support for you to reach your personal, academic, and professional goals. There is also an IlliniFest Information Center to assist with any questions you might have for the day. We're excited to talk with you!
9:00a–12:00p Office of Student Financial Aid
Do you have questions about the financial aid process or timeline? Are there additional requirements you need to complete but aren't sure what to do? Stop by OSFA with a valid photo ID and we can review your financial aid status with you. Parents (with ID) who are on the FAFSA welcome.
1:00p–3:00p Office of Student Financial Aid
Do you have questions about the financial aid process or timeline? Are there additional requirements you need to complete but aren't sure what to do? Stop by OSFA with a valid photo ID and we can review your financial aid status with you. Parents (with ID) who are on the FAFSA welcome.
11:00a–2:00p Newman Hall
Visit Newman Hall to see an example of a private certified housing facility and dine in their dining room.
11:00a–1:30p Illinois Street Residence Hall
Join us for lunch in our newest and largest university-owned dining center. Today's menu can be found on the University Housing website. We're a cashless operation but are happy to take credit card or Apple/Google Pay at the checker stand.
11:00a–1:30p Student Dining & Residential Programs Building (Ikenberrry Commons North)
Join us for lunch in the Ikenberry Dining Center. Today's menu can be found on the University Housing website. We're a cashless operation but are happy to take credit card or Apple/Google Pay at the checker stand.
11:30p–2:30p La Casa Cultural Latina
Join us for open tours at the La Casa Cultural Latina! Stop by any time between 11:30a and 2:30p to explore the house and learn more about La Casa.
9:00a–3:00p Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Explore historical and cultural sites around campus during the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Scavenger Hunt. Participate by visiting and taking pictures at places that represent and celebrate the diversity of Illinois. When completed, visit our office for an Illinois souvenir!
9:00a–3:00p Funk ACES Library
Discover Funk ACES Library's many resources, services, and study spaces. We will be open starting at 9:00, and will offer three tours that day at 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, and 2:00 pm, starting near the Circulation Desk on Floor 2.
9:00a–3:00p Grainger Engineering Library Information Center
GELIC will be open starting at 9:00a, as will the IDEALab, and tours will be offered on the :15 and :45, starting at the 1st floor information desk from 9:15a–12:45p.
9:00a–3:00p Main Library
The Main Library building will be open from 9:00a–5:00p. We plan to offer self-guided tour options and staff-led tours between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm, starting in the Library Gallery, located on Floor 1. Central Access Services, the Literatures and Languages Library, and the Social Science Health and Education Library all plan to be open 9:00a–5:00p. Library HR plans to be on site to host a table relating to library employment.
9:00a–3:00p Music Building
Discover Music and Performing Arts Library's many resources, services, and study spaces.
10:00a–2:00p Disability Resources & Educational Services
Learn about DRES services, tour our building, and talk with staff!
11:00a–3:00p Armory Building, Room 113 (Northwest Corner)
Come for a tour of our unit spaces and see why we call ourselves the World's Greatest NROTC Battalion!
1:00p–2:30p Campbell Hall
Stop by the College of Media Involvement Fair and learn about getting involved in student and community media organizations when you get to campus. Meet current students as they share their involvement experiences and answer questions about a variety of media-related opportunities. Connect with our faculty. Cap off the Fair with a tour of our state-of-the-art TV studio! Learn about the different broadcasting opportunities including Good Morning Illini and Illini Sports Night. Current students and staff will be on hand to show you around and share their experiences working in a fully functioning TV studio.
1:00p–3:00p Illini Union–Quad Area
Admitted Illini Families, join us for Sustainapalooza! Celebrate Earth Month on the Main Quad from 1:00p–6:00p. Co-sponsored by the Student Sustainability Leadership Council and the Illini Union Board, this festival showcases sustainable fun, live music, great food, eco-friendly arts & crafts shopping, and campus engagement & education.
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