Niagara College Student Engagement Orientation Social Events
Social Events
Dive into NC social events and meet your fellow students! Join us for exciting scheduled events during your first month at college.
Check out the calendar below for on- and off-campus events hosted by Student Engagement, your NC Student Administrative Council, and the NC International Department.
- Campus tours
- Welcome hubs with refreshments and photo opportunities
- Events throughout the region, including visits to Niagara Falls
- Student Services Fairs
- Free hot breakfasts and lunches
- Social events to help make new friends
- Attending events in the community like baseball games
- Niagara Knights Athletics home opener games
Participate in events throughout the year!
Social events don’t stop after your first month of class. Join us for exciting social events happening throughout the year. Check out the calendars below for on- and off-campus events hosted by Student Engagement, NC Student Administrative Council, and the NC International Department. Events hosted by International are open to all students (unless otherwise indicated).
Winter 2026 Events Calendar
| Event Name | Date | Time | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Hub | Friday, January 9 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Learning Commons NOTL Campus: Wellness Lounge | We can't wait to welcome you this term! Join us for refreshments, music, meet new people, take a picture and learn all about your Knights Life. |
| International Student Advisor Sessions | Friday, January 9 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: Room E208 | New international students we are delighted to provide these very informative information sessions, hosted by our International Student Advisor team. They go over how they can support you on your NC journey and answer any questions you might have. Register for Session |
| International Student Advisor Sessions | Friday, January 9 | 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Welland Campus: Room S212 | New international students we are delighted to provide these very informative information sessions, hosted by our International Student Advisor team. They go over how they can support you on your NC journey and answer any questions you might have. Register for Session |
| Basketball game | Friday, January 9 | 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Simplii Financial Athletic Centre | Your Knights basketball teams kickstart the winter term with home games against the Humber Hawks. The women play at 6pm and the men at 8pm at the Simplii Financial Athletic Centre in Welland. See you there! |
| Volleyball game | Saturday, January 10 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Simplii Financial Athletic Centre | The Niagara College Knights invite you to join us for our “Thumbs Down to Cancer” event on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the Simplii Financial Athletic Centre at the Welland Campus where our Knights will be taking on the Fanshawe Falcons in OCAA varsity volleyball with the women’s game starting at 1pm and the men’s game following at 3pm. This event will feature family-friendly activities, music, and refreshments, with all funds raised directly supporting the Walker Family Cancer Centre in honour of Abbey Gooder’s recent fight against thyroid cancer. Abbey has been a part of the Knights family since 2021 and is currently in her 5th and final season with the women’s volleyball team. Register for Session |
| Knights know best – ask us anything | Monday, January 12 to Wednesday, January, 14 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Both campuses: Wellness Lounge | Got a question that’s been on your mind? Don’t worry, we got you covered! Come visit us in the Wellness Lounge and we will answer anything related to Niagara College. |
| New Year New Me Popup Tables | Tuesday, January 13 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. *while supplies last | NOTL Campus: Out front of the NCSAC Office | Come on and grab a free snack/drink to kickstart the new year/new semester with NCSAC. Until supplies last! We will also have the event calendars being handed out those day as well! |
| New Year New Me Popup Tables | Wednesday, January 14 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. *while supplies last | Welland Campus: Out front of the Core | Come on and grab a free snack/drink to kickstart the new year/new semester with NCSAC. Until supplies last! We will also have the event calendars being handed out those day as well! |
| Sexy Bingo | Wednesday, January 14 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | Welland Campus:The Core | Sexy bingo is BACK with Miss Vanity A La Mode come out and win some fun prizes! |
| Student Services Fair NOTL | Thursday, January 15 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: Wellness Lounge | Join us for the Student Services Fair to explore the on-campus resources available to support you throughout your NC journey. Get involved and earn NC Cash! |
| Student Services Fair Welland | Thursday, January 15 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Learning Commons | Join us for the Student Services Fair to explore the on-campus resources available to support you throughout your NC journey. Get involved and earn NC Cash! |
| International Orientation (only for international students) | Saturday, January 17 | 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Welland Campus: AH141 | Calling all new international students, we are thrilled to bring you a fun-filled welcome meet and greet morning on campus while also providing you with valuable information to help you settle in to your Niagara College life. Meet new people, play some games, win prizes! We will have guest speakers from our international offices. Register for Session |
| Knights in the Falls trip | Saturday, January 17 | 12:00 p.m. | Niagara Falls transportation leaving from both campuses | All NEW Niagara College students are welcome to join us in exploring Niagara Falls around the Clifton Hill area. Register Now |
| Rise and Shine Breakfast | Tuesday, January 20 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. *while supplies last | Both campuses: (WC - The Core, NOTL - Armoury) | Free grab and go breakfast for all students. Rise and Shine will run every weekday on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. |
| Plan it out! | Tuesday, January 20 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: Wellness Lounge | Bring your teaching and learning plan so that we can help you organize your term. We will provide the calendars, some gel pens, markers and stickers. Please feel free to bring additional supplies if you would like. |
| Speaker Series - Dr. Chris McGrath | Tuesday, January 20 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: The Core | Save the date for an exciting and inspirational evening with Dr. Chris McGrath, NC Vice-President, Students. |
| Rise and Shine Breakfast | Wednesday, January 21 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. *while supplies last | Both campuses: (WC - The Core, NOTL - Armoury) | Free grab and go breakfast for all students. Rise and Shine will run every weekday on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. |
| Rise and Shine Breakfast | Thursday, January 22 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. *while supplies last | Both campuses: (WC - The Core, NOTL - Armoury) | Free grab and go breakfast for all students. Rise and Shine will run every weekday on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. |
| Plan it out! | Thursday, January 22 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Wellness Lounge | Bring your teaching and learning plan so that we can help you organize your term. We will provide the calendars, some gel pens, markers and stickers. Please feel free to bring additional supplies if you would like. |
| Karaoke night | Thursday, January 22 | 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: The Armoury | Karaoke night, come out and sing your heart out. |
| Connection Café | Tuesday, January 27 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Wellness Lounge | Connect with other students and make friends! Join us for snacks, prizes and activities! |
| Volleyball game | Wednesday, January 28 | 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Simplii Financial Athletic Centre | Know a graduating Knights volleyball player? Celebrate them at the volleyball home games on Wednesday, January 28th! The women play at 6pm and the men at 8pm and we will be celebrating each team's graduating student-athletes just before each game. Come celebrate with us! |
| Connection Café | Thursday, January 29 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: Wellness Lounge | Connect with other students and make friends! Join us for snacks, prizes and activities! |
| Hot breakfast | Tuesday, February 3 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. *while supplies last | Both campuses: (WC - The Core, NOTL - The Armoury) | Were you too busy studying that you forgot to have breakfast? Well, we’ve got you covered! Join us for a free, delicious, healthy and continental style-menu breakfast! Breakfast is available while supplies last. |
| NC Cash Shop | Tuesday, February 3 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: Wellness Lounge | Mark your calendars for our first NC Cash shop of the year! Bring your hard earned NC cash and get ready to spend! |
| Hot breakfast | Wednesday, February 4 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. *while supplies last | Both campuses: (WC - The Core, NOTL - The Armoury) | Were you too busy studying that you forgot to have breakfast? Well, we’ve got you covered! Join us for a free, delicious, healthy and continental style-menu breakfast! Breakfast is available while supplies last. |
| Basketball game | Wednesday, February 4 | 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Simplii Financial Athletic Centre | It's the senior night for the Knights Basketball teams as we celebrate our student-athletes who are graduating from their programs this year. The women's game will start at 6pm and the men's game at 8pm with an award presentation planned for just before the start of each game. Can't wait to see you there! |
| Hot breakfast | Thursday, February 5 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. *while supplies last | Both campuses: (WC - The Core, NOTL - The Armoury) | Were you too busy studying that you forgot to have breakfast? Well, we’ve got you covered! Join us for a free, delicious, healthy and continental style-menu breakfast! Breakfast is available while supplies last. |
| NC Cash Shop | Thursday, February 5 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Wellness Lounge | Mark your calendars for our first NC Cash shop of the year! Bring your hard earned NC cash and get ready to spend! |
| Sweet Acts of Kindness | Tuesday, February 10 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Welland Campus: Wellness Lounge | At Sweet Acts of Kindness, you’ll find treats, crafts, and fun ways to make someone’s day a little brighter. Write a note, share a sweet, or just stop by to soak in the good vibes. Because the best kind of Valentine’s magic? A simple act of kindness. |
| Karaoke PJ Party | Wednesday, February 11 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: The Armoury | Join us to celebrate the end of your first month as a Knight! Put your comfy PJ and come to The Armoury to express yourself through songs in our carefree and uplifting atmosphere. |
| Sweet Acts of Kindness | Thursday, February 12 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | NOTL Campus: Wellness Lounge | At Sweet Acts of Kindness, you’ll find treats, crafts, and fun ways to make someone’s day a little brighter. Write a note, share a sweet, or just stop by to soak in the good vibes. Because the best kind of Valentine’s magic? A simple act of kindness. |