Fresh Fest 2026: Celebrate Your First Year in Style

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Get ready, Razorbacks! Fresh Fest is here—a full day packed with fun, connection and celebration just for first-year students. This is your chance to reflect on your freshman year, make memories and kick back with your classmates as you wrap up your first year!

Start your morning at Coffee & Connection in Fowler's Nook, Mullins Library, from 8 - 10:30 a.m. Grab a cup of coffee, enjoy a reflective activity and meet new friends as you kick off the day full of energy and community.

Next, head to Union Mall from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. for lunch on us! DJ Derrick will be bringing the vibes while you enjoy yard games, connect with friends and participate in a special refelctive activity —a fun way to celebrate how far you've come in your first year.

As the sun sets, don't miss the Sunset Social at the Greek Theatre from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Experience the "final" Call of the Hogs as a first-year student, groove to DJ Derrick's beats and cool off with Kona Ice in hand.

Fresh Fest is more than just an event—it's your day to celebrate, connect and reflect on all the amazing moments of your first year. Don't miss out on the fun—it's going to be unforgettable!

Contacts

Cassidy Davis, assistant director
Transition Programs & Initiatives
479-575-2918, cdavis10@uark.edu