{"id":585,"date":"2025-08-07T14:12:08","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T14:12:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/signature-events\/?page_id=585"},"modified":"2026-09-18T19:51:15","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T19:51:15","slug":"schedule-of-events","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/signature-events\/hawktoberfest\/schedule-of-events\/","title":{"rendered":"Schedule of Events"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-585\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-585-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-585-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-585-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_smcm-button panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-smcm-button so-widget-smcm-button-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"smcm-cta-container\"><a class=\"smcm-cta-button navy\" style=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smcm.edu\/about\/location\/directions\/\"target=\"_blank\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-map-location-dot\"><\/i>Campus Map &amp; Directions<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-585-1\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-585-1-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-585-1-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<div class=\"hawktoberfest-schedule\">\n<h2>CHECK-IN &amp; WELCOME<\/h2>\n<h3>Friday 2 p.m. \u2013 8 p.m. | Saturday 8 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p>Start your Hawktoberfest weekend at Aldom Lounge by following the directional signs across campus.<\/p>\n<p>There you can pick up your event wristband, personalized itinerary, campus map and any paid merchandise. Our friendly staff will be on hand to help you get oriented and answer any questions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">Aldom Lounge<\/p>\n<h2>FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16<\/h2>\n<h3>Choose Your Own Adventure (On-Campus Activities) | All Afternoon<\/h3>\n<p>Enjoy the afternoon as you please! Options include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Campus Store \u2013 Take 20% off all SMCM logo merchandise (until 5 p.m.)<\/li>\n<li>The Daily Grind \u2013 Grab a coffee or smoothie (until 5 p.m.)<\/li>\n<li>Angelika\u2019s - Angelika\u2019s Kitchen is your local Kitchen &amp; Pub. Located in Historic St. Mary\u2019s City<\/li>\n<li>Commemorative to Enslaved Peoples of Southern Maryland \u2013 Visit anytime (open day and night)<\/li>\n<li>Waterfront \u2013 Relax and enjoy the view (until dusk)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Choose Your Own Adventure (Off-Campus Activities) | All Afternoon &amp; Evening<\/h3>\n<p>Explore the wonders of Southern Maryland at your own pace! Options include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Our Neighbor \u2013 Visit Historic St. Mary\u2019s City with its museums, historic buildings and scenic walking trails<\/li>\n<li>Local Towns \u2013 Discover dining, shopping and small-town charm at Solomons Island, Leonardtown or Lexington Park<\/li>\n<li>Parks and Beaches \u2013 Unwind at nearby Point Lookout State Park, Elms Beach Park, St. Mary\u2019s River State Park, or Greenwell State Park, where you can enjoy scenic views, trails and picnic areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>PatioFest | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">Free Event for Registered Attendees with Wristband<\/p>\n<p>Kick off Hawktoberfest weekend with PatioFest! Enjoy live music, seasonal mocktails, carnival games, festival artists and more to set the weekend\u2019s festive, fall vibe. This event is open to all students, families, alumni and community members joining us Friday.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">Campus Center Patio<\/p>\n<h3>Dinner in the Great Room | 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">No Advance Sales - Swipe OneCard or Pay at the Register<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy this all-you-can-eat dinner buffet from our award-winning campus caterer, Bon App\u00e9tit. Walk-up guests are welcome to attend, and students with a meal plan may use their OneCards for admission for themselves and their guests.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">Campus Center J. Frank Raley Great Room - $19.10 (age 13+), $5.60 (age 3-12), Free (age 0-2)<\/p>\n<h3>Hall of Fame Reception | 5:30 p.m. \u2013 7 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">Preregistration Required - No On-site Sales<\/p>\n<p>Celebrate the Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Guests will enjoy heavy hors d\u2019oeuvres and cocktails before the Induction Ceremony. Registered and invited guests are encouraged to check in at Aldom Lounge before the reception.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center Recital Hall - $40\/attendee<\/p>\n<h3>Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony | 7 p.m. \u2013 8:30 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">Free Event for Registered Attendees with Wristband<\/p>\n<p>Celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of this year\u2019s talented honorees. While the preceding reception requires advance registration and payment, the ceremony itself is free and open to the public.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center Concert Hall<\/p>\n<h3>Outdoor Movie Night | 7:30 p.m. \u2013 9:00 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">Free Event for Registered Attendees with Wristband<\/p>\n<p>Join us for Addams Family Values on Admission Field. There will be popcorn!<\/p>\n<h2>SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17<\/h2>\n<h3>Choose Your Own Adventure | All Day<\/h3>\n<p>Enjoy the day as you please! Options include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Campus Store \u2013 Take 20% off all SMCM logo merchandise (until 6 p.m.)<\/li>\n<li>The Daily Grind \u2013 Grab a coffee or smoothie (until 6 p.m.)<\/li>\n<li>Commemorative to Enslaved Peoples of Southern Maryland \u2013 Visit anytime (open day and night)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Brunch in the Great Room | 10 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">No Advance Sales - Swipe OneCard or Pay at the Register<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy this all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet from our award-winning campus caterer, Bon App\u00e9tit. Walk-up guests are welcome to attend, and students with a meal plan may use their OneCards for admission for themselves and their guests.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">Campus Center J. Frank Raley Great Room - $19.10 (age 13+), $5.60 (age 3-12), Free (age 0-2)<\/p>\n<h3>St. Mary\u2019s River Cruises | 11 - 11:45 a.m., 12 \u2013 12:45 p.m., 1 \u2013 1:45 p.m., 2 \u2013 2:45 p.m., 3 \u2013 3:45 p.m., 4 \u2013 4:45 p.m., 5 \u2013 5:45 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">Preregistration Required - No On-site Sales<\/p>\n<p>Take in the breathtaking view of the St. Mary\u2019s River on a relaxing, scenic cruise aboard the Chelsea Lane Tyler. Local food trucks will be available by the River Center from 12 p.m. \u2013 7:30 p.m. Please note that the 5 p.m. cruise runs overlaps with the HawktoberFEAST Dinner, so plan accordingly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">Waterfront Pier - $25 (age 13+), $10 (age 0-12)<\/p>\n<h3>Alumni Reunion Games | Various Times<\/h3>\n<p>Alumni athletes from baseball, lacrosse and swimming are encouraged to participate in their reunion game, or just come for the fun! Families and friends are welcome to attend.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">Various Locations<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\">Women\u2019s Lacrosse 9:30 a.m. JLR Stadium<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\">Men\u2019s Lacrosse 10:30 a.m. JLR Stadium<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\">Baseball 12:00 p.m. Hawk\u2019s Nest<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\">Swimming 1:00 p.m. Aquatics Center<\/p>\n<h3>Varsity Homecoming Games | Various Times and Locations<\/h3>\n<p>Make some noise for the Seahawks as they take on these homecoming opponents!<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">Various Locations<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\">Sailing 10:00 a.m. (Women's ACC Final) Teddy Turner Waterfront<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\">Volleyball 11:00 a.m. vs Keystone Michael P. O\u2019Brien ARC Arena<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\">Field Hockey 1:00 p.m. vs Immaculata Jamie L. Roberts Stadium<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\">Volleyball 1:00 p.m. Keystone vs Averett Michael P. O\u2019Brien ARC Arena<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\">Volleyball 3:00 p.m. vs Averett Michael P. O\u2019Brien ARC Arena<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\">Women\u2019s Soccer 3:00 p.m. vs Cedar Crest Jamie L. Roberts Stadium<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\">Men\u2019s Soccer 5:30 p.m. vs Penn College Jamie L. Roberts Stadium<\/p>\n<h3>Great Bamboo Boat Race Construction | 12 p.m. \u2013 4 p.m. (Race begins at 4 p.m.)<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">Preregistration Required to Race<\/p>\n<p class=\"note\">Free Event for Registered Competitors and Spectators with Wristband<\/p>\n<p>Gather your team of family and friends (up to six members) to construct, and eventually race, a boat made entirely of bamboo and other provided materials. Family, student and employee teams are highly encouraged! Gift cards to the Campus Store of $350, $250 and $150 will be awarded to the top three teams.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">James P. Muldoon River Center<\/p>\n<h3>Seahawk Fall Festival | 12 p.m. \u2013 4 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">Free Event for Registered Attendees with Wristband<\/p>\n<p>Bring the young and young-at-heart for this riverside fall festival. With food trucks, carnival games, pumpkin painting, face painting, lawn games and a fall-themed photo wall, there is something fun for everyone.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">Waterfront<\/p>\n<h3>Great Bamboo Boat Race | 4 p.m. \u2013 4:45 p.m. (Construction begins at 12 p.m.)<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">Preregistration Required to Race<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScXEInCOEEopk5Bf3LV-yJXsOXqeJThx3w-fRJOnB4LoHRNdQ\/viewform?usp=dialog\">Register for the Great Bamboo Boat Race<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"note\">Free Event for Registered Competitors and Spectators with Wristband<\/p>\n<p>Come experience this time-honored St. Mary\u2019s College tradition! After an afternoon of crafting boats entirely from bamboo and other materials, teams will test them in a race across the water for the top prize - a $300 gift card to the Campus Store.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">James P. Muldoon River Center<\/p>\n<h3>HawktoberFEAST Dinner | 5 p.m. \u2013 7:30 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">Preregistration Required - No On-site Sales Except for Food Trucks<\/p>\n<p>Explore the region\u2019s amazing and diverse cuisine. These crab and shrimp dinner options must be purchased in advance through the online registration. If you prefer indoor seating, you can eat at the Campus Center dining hall and pay on-site.<\/p>\n<p class=\"location\">Kent Hall Lawn<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\"><strong>Option 1: Steamed Crab Dinner<\/strong> \u2014 \u00bd dozen Maryland blue crabs, pasta salad, coleslaw, cookies and soda or water \u2013 $50\/order<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\"><strong>Option 2: Steamed Shrimp Dinner<\/strong> \u2014 One dozen medium\/large peel \u2019n eat shrimp, pasta salad, coleslaw, cookies and soda or water \u2013 $30\/order<\/p>\n<p class=\"sub-event\"><strong>Option 3: Food Trucks<\/strong> \u2014 Local vendors serving a variety of food will be available \u2013 Price Varies<\/p>\n<h3>Dinner in the Great Room | 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"note\">No Advance Sales - Swipe OneCard or Pay at the Register<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy this all-you-can-eat dinner buffet from our award-winning campus caterer, Bon App\u00e9tit. 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