Tartan Fall 2026
All new incoming students, including transfer students, Early-College students, on-campus residents, and commuter students, are expected to participate in Tartan 2026.
This schedule may change as Tartan approaches. Please continue to check this website for the most up-to-date information.
Tartan Guide coming soon!
Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 – Tartan Day 1
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
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TBD |
New Student Check-in |
Location coming soon |
|
3:30 pm |
Welcome Party |
Academic Circle |
|
6:30 pm |
Tartan Welcome |
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|
7:30 pm |
Tartan Time |
Various Locations |
| 8:30 pm |
Ignite Your Journey |
Academic Circle Join us for a signature event of Tartan and beloved Campbell Tradition! Get ready to Ignite Your Journey here at Campbell complete with sparklers! |
| 9:00 pm |
Dance Party |
Academic Circle
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Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026 – Tartan Day 2
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
|
9:00 am |
Breakfast Bash |
Student Union Lobby |
|
10:00 am |
New Student Worship |
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|
11:15 am |
Choose-Your-Own Adventure #1 |
Various Locations Link for Choose Your Own Adventure Sessions coming soon. *Students will have the opportunity to attend which session interests them most during this time. |
|
12:00 pm |
Lunch |
Gaylord’s Kitchen, Student Union *Lunch will be provided for commuter students who do not have an on-campus dining plan. |
|
1:00 pm |
Tartan Time |
Various Locations |
|
2:00 pm |
Camels 101 |
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4:45 pm |
Choose-Your-Own Adventure #2 |
Various Locations Link for Choose Your Own Adventure Sessions coming soon. *Students will have the opportunity to attend which session interests them most during this time. |
| 5:45 pm |
Choose-Your-Own Adventure #3 |
Various Locations Link for Choose Your Own Adventure Sessions coming soon. *Students will have the opportunity to attend which session interests them most during this time. |
| 6:30 pm | Dinner |
Gaylord’s Kitchen, Student Union *Lunch will be provided for commuter students who do not have an on-campus dining plan. |
| 7:30 pm | Socials and Programs |
Student Union |
| 8:30 pm | Movie Party |
Student Union Theater Come join the Tartan Team for a movie night! |
Monday, Aug. 17, 2026 – Tartan Day 3
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
|
11:00 am |
Athletics Event |
Convocation Center |
|
1:15 pm |
Tartan time |
Various Locations |
| 3:00 pm | New Student Convocation Medallion Ceremony |
Convocation Center *This event is a Campbell tradition where students receive a medallion from Campbell faculty and Staff that they will hold onto for their next four years at Campbell. Family, friends, and supporters are encouraged to come! |
| 8:00 pm | Bingo (Student Activities) |
D. Rich Hall, Hobson Auditorium |
Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026 – Tartan Day 4
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
|
TBD by Academic Departments |
Academic Department Time |
Various Locations * Determined by Academic Departments. |
|
6:00 pm |
Street Fair (Student Activities) |
Main Street *Main Street spans from the Moes to the Convocation center. All clubs, student organizations, local partners, and more will be here! |
*Students will meet with deans, faculty, and peer mentors in their chosen academic programs.
Academic departments may have additional sessions planned throughout the day. Please check your Campbell email for further information from your departments.