Ridgefest
2023 Schedule of Events
Tuesday, April 25 - Sunday, April 30
Ridgefest is sponsored by the Traditions Committee comprised of members of the Niagara University Student Government Association & Campus Programming Board.
Tuesday, April 25
Brain Break | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Gallagher MPR
Start Ridgefest fine tuning yourself for what is a busy time of year! Stop by for some relaxing activities sponsored by the Counseling Services Office.
Peace Out Cook Out (POCO) | 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | O'Shea Hall quad
Come out to the quad for lawn games, activities, and even The Cereal Spot ice cream truck! Sponsored by Residence Life.
Self Care Day | 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. | Gallagher Multipurpose Room
Students of NUOP and the BSU are hosting a Self-Care day for all students to promote positive self-care tactics that you can use every day including nail/last techs, cosmetologist, and massage therapists. Snacks provided!
Truth or Laughs Comedy Show | 9 p.m. | Dunleavy Hall, room 127
It's a comedy show and a game show all into one! You will laugh hysterically and possibly win $150 in CASH!
Wednesday, April 26
American Red Cross Blood Drive | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Gallagher Center, Multipurpose room
Give back with the gift of a blood donation. Donors will receive a free t-shirt and 1 hour of community service.
"Reclaiming our Bodies the Person is Political" | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Gallagher Center, Lower Level
Sponsored by Students Aligned to Stop Sexism (SASS)
Create-a-Creature l 12 p.m. l Gallagher Center, Lower Level
Choose and stuff your very own Ridgefest stuffed animal! FREE! A variety of animals will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Limit 1 per student. Each animal comes with their own Niagara t-shirt!
Mobile Axe Throwing l 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. l Kiernan Recreation Center
A fun night with an enclosed area with heavy duty metal caging, floor protection gear and of course axes. There will be certified axe masters are highly trained to keep everyone safe. Free food sponsored by the NUSGA Class of 2023 while it lasts!
Thursday, April 27
American Red Cross Blood Drive | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Gallagher MPR
Give back with the gift of a blood donation. Donors will receive a free t-shirt and 1 hour of community service.
Auntie Anne's Pretzels l 12 p.m. l Gallagher, Lower Level
Free Auntie Anne's pretzels while they last! Sponsored by the NUSGA Cabinet.
ColorFest l 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. & 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. l Gallagher Center
Visit with all of the Sociocultural clubs including African Caribbean Student Alliance (ACSA), Asian Student Union (ASU), Black Student Union (BSU), Muslim Student Alliance (MSA), Students Aligned to Stop Sexism (SASS), and Sexuality and Gender Equality (SAGE), Visit each table to earn tickets for a $1000 in prizes raffle that will occur at the ColorFest dance party from 7 p.m - 10 p.m. in the Gally MPR! Prizes include an Razor Electric Scooter, Nintendo Switch, UberEats, and more! Free food too! Sponsored by Multicultural Affairs Advisory Board (MAAB) and all the clubs listed above!
Friday, April 28
Rock Painting l 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. l Outside Gallagher
Stress Less event sponsored by the NUSGA Class of 2026.
Boujee Bingo | 9 p.m. | Dunleavy Hall, room 127
The biggest and most BOUJEE bingo of the year combined with a FREE Ice Cream bar! Over $1000 in prizes! Prizes include Apple Airpods Max headphones, Stanley Quencher, massage gun, Bluetooth speaker, Mini-projector, Outdoor games, Ninja Ice Cream machine, and more!
Saturday, April 29
Ridgefest Concert ft. FLO RIDA l 8 p.m. l Gallagher Center, Upper Level
The Traditions Committee presents FLO RIDA! This is a private show for NU students and their guests only! Tickets are available for NU students and their guests on myNU. Doors will open at 8 p.m.
Sunday, April 30
RidgeFESTIVAL l 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. l O'Shea Parking Lot & Quad
Get out to the quad to enjoy multiple rides, games, and more! Rides include a Ferris Wheel and Round Up! Games including “I Got It", Derby and more! Henna tattoo artist, balloon artist, and more! All FREE! Free dinner with NU ID starting at 4 p.m. Win prizes too!