Let's dive into the best Purdue festivals, events, food fairs and low key gatherings you won't want to miss. From big campus fests to chill club meetups, we keep it all in one spot so you’re always in the loop. Got an event of your own? You can list it here too—super easy. That way, more people can find it, show up, and make it a hit.
Popular Events Around Purdue You Shouldn’t Miss
Purdue often hosts a wide variety of events . Here is a glimpse of it.
Purdue College Events
Purdue University is known for more than just academics. With a year-round stacked college calendar of college events you will find it easy to pick something up that matches your vibe. College events are both fun and enriching with hands-on workshops, open mic sessions, networking nights, you name it.
If you are a tech savvy or a book nerd or an artist Purdue club events will be the best fit for you or if you're the type who cannot resist foot tapping music, you are in luck—Purdue frat parties and Greek life gatherings are a part of the Social Scene.
Virtual Events and Seminars
Purdue always has seminars and virtual events lineup for knowledge-seekers. From career building webinars to entrepreneurships, we talk about it. If you are more of a knowledge-seeker Purdue's academic side has much more to offer.
These events often offer networking opportunities, sometimes free resources and professional insights that give your career a serious boost. And since many events are now hybrid/virtual, you can easily hop into one while lounging at home.
Festivals, Arts and Culture in Full bloom
Indiana knows how to "put on a show" - literally. Purdue festivals bring colour and energy to Campus and town alike. You can find different festivals from Halloween to Holi from you can find festivals from all parts of the world.
Beyond campus, Greater Lafayette has its own cultural lineup - street art fairs, poetry slams and theater productions at civic theatre of Greater Lafayette, just to name a few.
Purdue University Social Events:
Looking to get involved? Most departments and student centers post their events weekly on bulletin boards or student portals.
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Seasonal Highlights: Spring, Summer, Winter Events
Purdue keeps things exciting all year long! Here are the details of events that happens around each season
Spring events
Spring in Lafayette is about energy, color, and community. One of the biggest Purdue events of the season is Spring Fest. This campus event is open to the whole Lafayette community. This event beholds immersive activities including from different fields (science, Arts, Technology, and engineering). Look out for outdoor concerts, volunteer days and exciting workshops
Summer events
Summer weekends in Lafayette are synonymous with live music and food trucks. Head to Mosey Down main street - summer street fests packed with live bands, artists and community vibes. You will love the Lafayette farmers' market if you are into fresh air and local produce. Though Time when the town lights up. Your Downtown Lafayette will witness outdoor movie nights, food truck fridays, exhibitions, art walks, farmers' markets all over
Winter Events
It's a festive time full of heart and hot chocolate. Christmas vibes dominate Lafayette with indoor movie marathons. Downtown Lafayette transforms into a festive hub with winter-themed pop-ups.Stroll along main street with a hot coco. Lafayette restaurants roll out seasonal menus and holiday specials.. Check out Riehle Plaza, which often hosts tree-lighting events and winter markets. And if you're into the arts, the Long Center for the Performing Arts usually hosts winter concerts, live performances, and classic film nights around the holidays.
Stay in the Know: Discover All Purdue Events Right Here
There’s always something happening around Purdue and Greater Lafayette, and now you don’t need to dig through multiple calendars to keep up.If you're looking for any event around Purdue or organizing one yourself, we can help people know about your event and we can also help you find one that matches your interests. We bring together the best of Purdue events, student org activities, seasonal happenings, and local community fun—all in one place. Just scroll, explore, and mark your calendar.