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Viking Days 2026

September 24 to October 3, 2026

Welcome to Viking Days, a series of events and activities welcoming you to Portland State University's urban campus in fall 2026. Whether you're a brand new student discovering the PSU campus for the very first time or a returning student kicking off the new academic year, there are a number of events available to help you celebrate your start! All events are free and open to all PSU students and employees.

Featured Events

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Welcome Days on the Plaza

Monday, September 28 & Tuesday, September 29, 10 AM - 1:30 PM

The New Student Orientation team welcomes you to your first day of school! Stop by for some free coffee, prizes from the bookstore, a campus map, or to chat with an academic adviser about last minute questions.

Students at Night at the Rec in the Rec Center

Night at the Rec

Tuesday, September 29, 6 - 8 PM

Come PLAY at Campus Rec during an action-packed Night at the Rec! Free and open to all PSU students. Meet our 30+ Rec Clubs and check out everything Campus Rec offers.

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Party in the Park

Thursday, October 1, 11 AM - 2 PM

Join us in the PSU Park Blocks to learn about our amazing student organizations, leadership opportunities, jobs, internships, volunteering, and on-campus events.

Additional events to be added. Check back for the full schedule!

Signature Events

Thursday, September 24

Friday, September 25

  • Move In Day
    9:30 AM to 4:30 PM | Residence Halls
  • SHAC Block Party
    12:00 to 1:30 PM | Outside SHAC, SW Hall St (between SW 5th Ave and SW 6th Ave)

Saturday, September 26

Sunday, September 27

  • Kickball Ice Cream Social
    4:00 to 6:00 PM | Stott Community Field

Monday, September 28

  • Welcome Days on the Plaza
    10:00 AM to 1:30 PM | Urban Plaza

Tuesday, September 29

  • Welcome Days on the Plaza
    10:00 AM to 1:30 PM | Urban Plaza
  • Night at the Rec
    6:00 to 8:00 PM | ASRC Campus Recreation Center

Thursday, October 1