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Otter Thursday
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 
Location: OSU Main Quad
Open to: All
Celebrate Otter Thursday with a pep rally at the OSU! Enjoy free food, music, activities, giveaways, and pick up your Monte's 5K bib.

AS Farmers Market
Time: 11:30 a.m to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Cypress Hall Parking Lot 
Open to: All
Explore different vendors of Monterey County with fresh fruits, veggies, and goods, connect with local farmers, and support small businesses. It's more than a market; it's a lively community gathering with crafts and activities for all ages.

Alumni Author Reading with Omar Hussain ’08
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Business and Information Technology (BIT) Building, Room 108 
Open to: All
Kick off RAFT Weekend with Â鶹´å alumnus and author Omar Hussain ’08, who returns for Humanities & Communication’s Writers from the Edge series. Omar will read from his Monterey-set thriller, A Thousand Natural Shocks, and discuss its questions of identity, memory, choice, and control.

Roller Rink Night
Time: 8 p.m to 12 p.m.
Location: The Kelp Bed (Otter Sports Center)
Open to: Students
Transport to the 1980s and skate the night away at our retro Roller Rink!

Graduate, Alumni & Family Portrait Sessions
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Redwood Hall (Building 12)
Open to: All
Graduates, alumni, faculty, staff, and their families are invited to schedule a complimentary professional photo session and capture meaningful portraits at some of our most iconic campus locations.

Beginner Mountain Bike Ride
Time: 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Otter Cycle Center
Open to: Students
Join Recreation for a free, gentle-paced mountain bike ride on beginner-friendly trails.

Alumni Reunion Reception
Time: 5 to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Alumni and Visitors Center
Open to: Alumni
Reconnect with fellow Otters at the Alumni Reunion Reception! Alumni from all class years are invited to return to campus, reconnect with friends and fellow alumni, and celebrate their shared Â鶹´å connection.

Werk Witch Drag Show
Time: 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Location: OSU Ballroom
Open to: All
Celebrate the rich hxstory of drag culture at our annual Werk Witch Drag Show. Join us for an event featuring local drag performers competing for the title of Mx. Werk Witch. Werk Witch is an inclusive drag show that encourages drag queens, kings, and everyone in between to showcase their brilliance and let their inner diva shine bright. 
Can't make it in person? A option is available.

Monte’s 5K
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: OSU Main Quad Plaza
Open to: All
Walk, run or roll alongside Monte Rey to support student scholarships. Advance registration required; donations encouraged.

Intro to Surfing
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Recreation Services Desk (Building 12)
Open to: Students
Catch waves and learn the basics of surfing with Â鶹´å Recreation's student trip leaders! This half-day beginner course covers paddling, pop-up techniques, and wave reading.

MB Madness (RAFT Carnival)
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 
Location: Main Quad
Open to: All 
Experience one of Â鶹´å’s signature traditions. Enjoy live music, performances, games, food vendors and student-led competitions.

Alumni Lounge during MB Madness
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Main Quad
Open to: Alumni
Calling all Alumni! As you enjoy MB Madness, make the Alumni Lounge your spot to unwind and reconnect. We’re building a tradition just for you—stop by to meet fellow alumni, enjoy some fun and games, and take home exclusive alumni gear!

Advanced Mountain Bike Ride
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Otter Cycle Center (Building 12)
Open to: Students
Join Â鶹´å Recreation for a 20-mile advanced mountain bike ride at Fort Ord National Monument—fast pace, technical trails, and 3,000 ft of climbing for experienced riders.

Robert Darwin Black Box Cabaret Project Launch
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: Robert Darwin Black Box Cabaret
Open to: All
Join us for the launch of the Robert Darwin Black Box Cabaret Project! Celebrate the reopening of this student-driven hub for arts, music, creativity, and campus life.

Graduate, Alumni & Family Portrait Sessions
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Redwood Hall (Building 12), near the Main Quad
Open to: All
Graduates, alumni, faculty, staff, and their families are invited to schedule a complimentary professional photo session and capture meaningful portraits at some of our most iconic campus locations.

Sunset on the Stage
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Location: OSU Inter Garrison Plaza
Open to: All
Unwind with live music by Â鶹´å alumni artist under the open sky! Light refreshments provided. Lawn seating with folding chairs is available, though you're welcome to bring your own blanket or chair—and be sure to layer up for the cool campus evening.

RAFT Brunch
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Location: OSU Ballroom
Open to: All
Join us for a closing celebration of RAFT Weekend. Connect with fellow Otters over complimentary food and refreshments.

Men's Soccer vs. Chico State
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Cardinale Stadium
Open to: All
Cheer on the Otter Men's Soccer team as they battle against Chico State.

Softball Tournament
Time: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Softball Field
Open to: Students
Join our day long softball tournament. Winners of the tournament get a Recreation Champion Shirt and bragging rights! Join as a team or free agent. Make sure to sign up on both MyRaft and IMleagues!

Women's Soccer vs. Chico State
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Cardinale Stadium
Open to: All
Catch the action as the Otter Women’s Soccer team takes on Chico State.