SFSU Gatorfest returns with three months of events

Author: Jada Adams and Matt Itelson
August 28, 2025
At an evening bonfire, a person lights a marshmallow on a stick while others watch
Photo Credit: Juan Montes

Make art, play games and explore the Bay Area while getting to know your fellow Gators 

Stay ready, Gators. At San Francisco State University, our festivities welcoming you to campus extend for three months. The annual Gatorfest, continuing through Halloween, features dances, recreational sports, game nights, art making, live comedy improv and many more opportunities to get to know your fellow Gators. 

“I definitely recommend going to Gatorfest,” said Christian Flower, a student who works for SFSU Campus Recreation. “I think it’s great for students to take full advantage of all opportunities and resources and events that happen on campus. It’s a good way to not only network, but to put your face out there, make new friends and get involved on campus.”  

“All of this is here for you,” said student Sam Aranibar, also from Campus Recreation. “Just have fun and I hope to see you there!” 

Visit the SFSU Student Activities website for the full Gatorfest schedule and more information. 

A person swings a hammer toward the ground while playing a hammer swing carnival game while two other people watch on the Quad on an overcast day

Photo by Matt Itelson

Four students pose for a photo while standing outdoors at night with one of them flashing a peace sign

Photo by Juan Montes

Two students smile while handing out art supplies and standing at a table on a sunny day at SFSU

Photo courtesy of Residential Life

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