Welcome Block Party

Science Center Plaza tent
1 Oxford St.
Cambridge
Tue., Sep. 1, 2026, 4 – 6 p.m.



Join us for the annual Welcome Block Party!

Whether you are new to Harvard or returning for another year, come celebrate the start of the new academic year with free food, a resource fair, a Harvard merch raffle, music, lawn games, pet therapy, and more. We are part of the Plaza Open Market with a farmers and arts market from 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

This event is free and all Harvard affiliates are welcome!

Register with HarvardKey and share this invitation with your Harvard friends and partners.

Gazette Classification: Art/Design, Community, Diversity and Inclusion, Mental Health / Wellness, Special Events, Support/Social, Sustainability, Working@Harvard
Organization/Sponsor: Harvard Community and Campus Life, Common Spaces
Speaker(s): Sherri Ann Charleston, Chief Community and Campus Life Officer
Cost: Free
Ticket Web Link: events.ringcentral.com…
Contact Info: [email protected]
Harvard Key Required: Yes
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