Events at Bates
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This aggregation of events draws from EMS/Master Calendar, GoBatesBobcats Athletics, and WordPress. The Dining, Conferences and Campus Events (DCCE) office maintains resources on the Space Reservation process and Scheduling Space on Campus.
Some of these events are open to the public, while others are limited to members of the Bates community. See event descriptions for details on audience.
Where else are events listed?
The Bate Athletics website offers Bobcat sports schedules. Links to more specific events listings — including events for prospective students and alumni — are available on our Calendars and Key Dates page.

Swimming and Diving at NESCAC Women’s Championships
7:00 pm
Middletown, Conn. / Webster Family Natatorium

Demi God, With OCD, Who Just Wants To Be In Love
7:45 pm
Song Cycle Presentation by Natalia Jacobs ’26 Winner of the National Playwriting Program’s Planet Earth Award, Demi God, With OCD, Who Just Wants To Be In Love tells the story of Dey– just your average…
Alpine Skiing : Williams Carnival (Giant Slalom)
9:00 am
Jiminy Peak Mountain | Hancock, Mass.

Men’s Track and Field : David Hemery Valentine Invitational
9:00 am
Boston / BU Track & Tennis Center

Nordic Skiing : Williams Carnival (15K Freestyle)
10:00 am
Prospect Mountain | Woodford, Vt.

Swimming and Diving at NESCAC Women’s Championships
10:00 am
Middletown, Conn. / Webster Family Natatorium

Men’s Track and Field : Lynn Ruddy Invite & Multi (Heptathlon)
4:30 pm
Brunswick, Maine / Farley Field House

Women’s Track and Field : Lynn Ruddy Invite & Multi (Pentathlon)
5:00 pm
Brunswick, Maine / Farley Field House

Women’s Basketball at Connecticut College
7:00 pm
New London, Conn. / Luce Field House

Alpine Skiing : Williams Carnival (Slalom)
9:00 am
Jiminy Peak Mountain | Hancock, Mass.

Men’s Track and Field : Tufts Cupid Challenge
9:00 am
Medford, Mass. / Gantcher Family Sports and Convocation Center

Women’s Track and Field : David Hemery Valentine Invitational
9:00 am
Boston / BU Track & Tennis Center

Women’s Track and Field : Tufts Cupid Challenge
9:00 am
Medford, Mass. / Gantcher Family Sports and Convocation Center

Men’s Track and Field : Lynn Ruddy Invite & Multi
9:30 am
Brunswick, Maine / Farley Field House

Nordic Skiing : Williams Carnival (3x5K Classic Relay)
10:00 am
Prospect Mountain | Woodford, Vt.

Swimming and Diving at NESCAC Women’s Championships
10:00 am
Middletown, Conn. / Webster Family Natatorium

Women’s Track and Field : Lynn Ruddy Invite & Multi
10:30 am
Brunswick, Maine / Farley Field House

Swimming and Diving at NESCAC Women’s Championships
10:00 am
Middletown, Conn. / Webster Family Natatorium

Canceled: Women’s Basketball Meetup
11:00 am
Unfortunately, this event has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience. Get game-ready with fellow Bobcats. Before the team takes the court at Tufts, we’re gathering for a casual pre-game meetup…
Women’s Tennis at University of Redlands
4:00 pm
Redlands, Calif. / Coach Jim Verdieck Tennis Center

Inside Bates Lacrosse: A Pre-Season Update
7:00 pm
Connect with the future of Bates men’s lacrosse. We’re gathering to hear directly from Director of Athletics Stacey Bunting and our current coaching staff about the trajectory of the program. Plus,…Ash Wednesday Imposition of Ashes
4:15 pm
On Ash Wednesday, it is customary for Christians to receive a mark of ashes as in invitation to reflect on impermanence and set intentions for Lent. Deacon Frank Daggett will…
Women’s Lacrosse at Claremont-Mudd-Scripps
10:00 pm
Claremont, Calif. / John Zinda Field

Swimming and Diving at NESCAC Men’s Championships
7:00 pm
Waterville, Maine / Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center

Portland Bobcats: Monthly Meetup
6:00 pm
Keep the Bates connection strong throughout the year! We are thrilled to continue our popular monthly gatherings, offering local alumni a reliable, casual, and fun way to connect right here…
The Liberal Arts and How it Shapes Tech Careers: A Faculty-Led Conversation with Digital and Computational Studies Alumni
6:00 pm
From Coram to the Cloud: Life after Bates Digital & Computational Studies Digital & Computational Studies at Bates has always been about more than just code—it’s about how we use technology…
MOSAIC Bites in Boston
6:30 pm
MOSAIC returns to Boston for an evening of connection and community. Come meet other Bates alumni and give current students a preview of life after Bates. We’ll enjoy hearty appetizers…
Alpine Skiing : Middlebury Carnival (Giant Slalom)
9:00 am
Middlebury Snow Bowl | Hancock, Vt.

Nordic Skiing : Middlebury Carnival (7.5K Classic)
10:00 am
Rikert Outdoor Center | Ripton, Vt.

Swimming and Diving at NESCAC Men’s Championships
10:00 am
Waterville, Maine / Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center

Women’s Tennis at Whittier College
4:00 pm
Whittier, Calif. / Richard Ettinger Tennis Courts

Alpine Skiing : Middlebury Carnival (Slalom)
9:00 am
Middlebury Snow Bowl | Hancock, Vt.

Men’s Track and Field : Mules Tune-up
10:00 am
Waterville, Maine / Indoor Competition Center

Nordic Skiing : Middlebury Carnival (20K Freestyle)
10:00 am
Rikert Outdoor Center | Ripton, Vt.

Swimming and Diving at NESCAC Men’s Championships
10:00 am
Waterville, Maine / Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center

Women’s Tennis at California Lutheran University
10:00 am
Thousand Oaks, Calif. / Poulson Tennis Center

Women’s Track and Field : Mules Tune-up
10:00 am
Waterville, Maine / Indoor Competition Center

Out and Proudly NESCAC: Winter Series — New York City
12:45 pm
Out & Proudly NESCAC is launching a series of experiential gatherings this winter, designed to keep our community-building and connections strong for LGBTQ+ alumni and allies. We’ll take a special guided…
Swimming and Diving at NESCAC Men’s Championships
10:00 am
Waterville, Maine / Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center

Swimming and Diving at Colby Last Chance Meet (W)
1:00 pm
Waterville, Maine / Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center

Bates at the LA Clippers
6:00 pm
Attention LA Bates Bobcats and Bates Families! Join us in Los Angeles for our annual night of NBA action as the LA Clippers take on the Orlando Magic. Whether you’re…
Ceramics Panel: Form, Surface, Portrayal, Ritual
4:00 pm
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion held in conjunction with the exhibition Precision and Expression: American Studio Ceramics from the E. John Bullard Collection, on view through March 21.…Ceramics Panel: Form, Surface, Portrayal, Ritual
4:00 pm
Join the Museum of Art for a dynamic panel discussion held in conjunction with the exhibition Precision and Expression: American Studio Ceramics from the E. John Bullard Collection, on view…
Realizing Our Pedagogical Promises Community of Practice
4:15 pm
Here at Bates, our mission commits us to the emancipating potential of the liberal arts, to educating the whole person, and to engaging “the transformative power of our differences” in…
Author Talk: Ariel Lawhon
6:00 pm
Bobcat Reads will host an Author Talk with Ariel Lawhon of The Frozen River. Join us for a unique opportunity to connect with the author, ask questions, and discuss the book with…
Trivia Night in Washington, D.C.
6:00 pm
Welcome in the new year by spending an evening with Bates alumni and parents competing in our exciting annual trivia contest, eating good food, and sharing great company at Stoney’s…
Boston Alumnae Book Club: James: A Novel
7:00 pm
VIRTUAL MEETING! Do you like meeting new people, reading great books, and discussing them? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join the Boston Alumnae Book Club! Anyone interested in joining the conversation…
From Bates to Beyond: Insights from Psychology Professionals Webinar
12:00 pm
Join us for the second installment of our Professional Development series, brought to you by the Alumni Council. Following the success of Part I, we are turning our focus to…
FYS Instructors Community of Practice
2:40 pm
Did you teach a FYS in the fall? We invite you to join this community of practice to talk about challenges we experienced throughout the semester, to discuss support around…Auburn Middle School Campus Visit
12:00 pm
Auburn Middle School is bringing 60 students for a campus visit and they will be eating lunch from 12-1pm.
For more information: mhough@bates.edu (Museum of Art)

Lecture Slides Makeover-In the Time You Have-Lunch & Learn
12:00 pm
Accessibility benefits every learner and every teacher. In this session, we will explore a model for embedding accessibility, usability, and design principles to transform lecture slides to create more…
Out and Proudly NESCAC: Winter Series — D.C.
4:00 pm
Out & Proudly NESCAC is launching a series of experiential gatherings this winter, designed to keep our community-building and connections strong for LGBTQ+ alumni and allies. Join fellow NESCAC alumni at…
Men’s Squash vs CSA Divisional Team Championships
12:00 am
Philadelphia, Pa. / Arlen Specter US Squash Center

Men’s Squash vs CSA Divisional Team Championships
12:00 am
Philadelphia, Pa. / Arlen Specter US Squash Center

Men’s Squash vs CSA Divisional Team Championships
12:00 am
Philadelphia, Pa. / Arlen Specter US Squash Center

Women’s Squash vs CSA Divisional Team Championships
12:00 am
Philadelphia, Pa. / Arlen Specter US Squash Center

Women’s Squash vs CSA Divisional Team Championships
12:00 am
Philadelphia, Pa. / Arlen Specter US Squash Center

Women’s Squash vs CSA Divisional Team Championships
12:00 am
Philadelphia, Pa. / Arlen Specter US Squash Center

Women’s Track and Field : New England Indoor Division III Championships (Pentathlon)
3:00 pm
Medford, Mass. / Gantcher Family Sports and Convocation Center

Men’s Track and Field : New England Indoor Division III Championships (Heptathlon)
3:15 pm
Medford, Mass. / Gantcher Family Sports and Convocation Center

Men’s Track and Field : New England Indoor Division III Championships (Heptathlon)
11:00 am
Medford, Mass. / Gantcher Family Sports and Convocation Center

Out and Proudly NESCAC: Winter Series — Boston
2:00 pm
Out & Proudly NESCAC is launching a series of experiential gatherings this winter, designed to keep our community-building and connections strong for LGBTQ+ alumni and allies. The qt library, a community-based…
Out and Proudly NESCAC: Winter Series — San Francisco
2:00 pm
Out & Proudly NESCAC is launching a series of experiential gatherings this winter, designed to keep our community-building and connections strong for LGBTQ+ alumni and allies. We’ll take a self-guided tour…
Yumi Suehiro – Northern Lights and French Dispatch: Works by Barbara Kolb (in memoriam), Danish Composers, and Former/Current Bates Composition Faculty
7:30 pm
Presented By: The Bates Department of Music: Concert pianist, Yumi Suehiro, presents a program titled, Northern Lights and French Dispatch: Works by Barbara Kolb (in memoriam), Danish composers, and former/current…Yumi Suehiro – Northern Lights and French Dispatch: Works by Barbara Kolb (in memoriam), Danish composers, and former/current Bates composition faculty.
7:30 pm
Concert pianist, Yumi Suehiro, presents a program titled, Northern Lights and French Dispatch: Works by Barbara Kolb (in memoriam), Danish composers, and former/current Bates composition faculty.For more information: sgurley@bates.edu…
Women’s Track and Field : New England Indoor Division III Championships
9:15 am
Boston / the TRACK at new balance

Men’s Track and Field : New England Indoor Division III Championships
9:55 am
Boston / the TRACK at new balance

Women’s Tennis at Wellesley
1:00 pm
Wellesley, Mass. / The Amy Batchelor ’88, Trustee, Tennis Courts

Bates at the Maine Mariners
3:00 pm
Gather with fellow Bobcats to watch the Mariners take the ice against the Trois-Rivieres Lions. We’ve secured a block of seats for alumni, parents, families, and friends of Bates to join…
Staff Educators Community of Practice
12:00 pm
Calling all staff educators! Wait, who’s a staff educator? Do you design learning materials and programs, foster productive learning environments, or promote individual growth and development? Yes? You are a staff…
Bates at the Lakehouse Tavern
6:00 pm
Connect with fellow alumni and parents for an evening hosted by Richard Ridinger ’88 at his restaurant, the Lakehouse Tavern. Over drinks and appetizers in this cozy, Bates-alumni-owned space, we…
New Faculty Community of Practice
12:00 pm
You are juggling a lot as a faculty member in your first few years here at Bates. Join this group to help lessen the load as we will share tips…
Men’s Track and Field : Tufts Last Chance Meet
12:00 am
Medford, Mass. / Gantcher Family Sports and Convocation Center

Women’s Track and Field : Tufts Last Chance Meet
12:00 am
Medford, Mass. / Gantcher Family Sports and Convocation Center

Bates Softball Trivia Night and Pre-Season Celebration
6:30 pm
Bates softball is taking over Lost Valley for a night of trivia, and we want you there. Whether you’re a trivia pro or just looking to connect with the team, this…
Realizing Our Pedagogical Promises Community of Practice
4:15 pm
Here at Bates, our mission commits us to the emancipating potential of the liberal arts, to educating the whole person, and to engaging “the transformative power of our differences” in…
Bates in Philadelphia: A Night at Victory Brewing
6:00 pm
Philadelphia is turning Garnet. Gather in the heart of the city for an evening of drinks, great food, and even better company. This is a chance for alumni to reconnect…2026 Justice for Women Lecture
6:30 pm
This year, the Justice for Women speaker will be Dr. Jane Anyango from Uganda, East Africa. She is a nurse with a PhD and years of research in intimate partner…
Nordic Skiing : NCAA Championships
12:00 am
Crosscut Mountain Sports Center | Bozeman, Mont.

Nordic Skiing : NCAA Championships
12:00 am
Crosscut Mountain Sports Center | Bozeman, Mont.

Nordic Skiing : NCAA Championships
12:00 am
Crosscut Mountain Sports Center | Bozeman, Mont.

Nordic Skiing : NCAA Championships
12:00 am
Crosscut Mountain Sports Center | Bozeman, Mont.
Introduction to Creative Commons Licenses
12:00 pm
Join us for an overview of Creative Commons Licenses. We’ll explore how CC Licenses function for content creators, and what permissions they allow for content users. We’ll also…
Flipping the Birds: A monthly page turning of John James Audubon’s Birds of America
12:30 pm
The Muskie Archives presents its copy of John James Audubon’s Birds of America for display in the lobby of Ladd Library. This edition, a double elephant folio published in 1860, features 150…
Bates Curates
4:00 pm
Join the Bates College Museum of Art for a unique opportunity to shape the future of our permanent collection! In this special interactive event, we invite members of the Bates…Bates Curates
4:00 pm
Join the Bates College Museum of Art for a unique opportunity to shape the future of our permanent collection! In this special interactive event, we invite members of the Bates…Meditation
4:15 pm
The Multifaith Chaplaincy and the revitalizing Meditation Club invite you to come relax, settle in, and clear your mind for 20 minutes.
For more information: rclothie@bates.edu (Clothier, Raymond)

Bates at the Boston Bruins
7:00 pm
Celebrate the annual Bates at the Bruins game with your fellow Bobcats! Boston Bruins vs. San Jose SharksTD Garden Puck drop is at 7 pm Seats are located in the Balcony Section…
EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
7:30 pm
Directed by Tim Dugan This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest…EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
7:30 pm
This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the meaning of…
Men’s Track and Field : NCAA Division III Indoor Track & Field Championships
12:00 am
Birmingham, Ala. / Birmingham Crossplex

Women’s Track and Field : NCAA Division III Indoor Track & Field Championships
12:00 am
Birmingham, Ala. / Birmingham Crossplex
EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
7:30 pm
This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the meaning of…
Fantasie + Folklore: Robert Lehmann and Chiharu Naruse, Violin and Piano
7:30 pm
Presented By: The Bates Department of Music: Whereas there is great merit to a carefully curated ‘meal’ with a progression of related dishes, oftentimes, a smorgasbord buffet affords a similarly…Fantasie + Folklore: Robert Lehmann and Chiharu Naruse, violin and piano
7:30 pm
Whereas there is great merit to a carefully curated ‘meal’ with a progression of related dishes, oftentimes, a smorgasbord buffet affords a similarly satisfying experience. The pieces on tonight’s concert…
Men’s Track and Field : NCAA Division III Indoor Track & Field Championships
12:00 am
Birmingham, Ala. / Birmingham Crossplex

Women’s Track and Field : NCAA Division III Indoor Track & Field Championships
12:00 am
Birmingham, Ala. / Birmingham Crossplex
EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
2:00 pm
This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the meaning of…EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
7:30 pm
This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the meaning of…
A Winter Journey: Schubert’s Winterreise, Randall Scarlata, Baritone, Gilbert Kalish, Piano (pre-concert lecture by Susan Youens)
2:00 pm
Presented By: The Bates Department of Music: A man whose name and background we never know stands outside his former beloved’s house by night, then embarks on a journey through…EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
2:00 pm
This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the meaning of…A Winter Journey: Schubert's Winterreise, Randall Scarlata, baritone, Gilbert Kalish, piano (pre-concert lecture by Susan Youens)
3:00 pm
A man whose name and background we never know stands outside his former beloved’s house by night, then embarks on a journey through the wintry geography of the soul. Wilhelm…
Realizing Our Pedagogical Promises Community of Practice
4:15 pm
Here at Bates, our mission commits us to the emancipating potential of the liberal arts, to educating the whole person, and to engaging “the transformative power of our differences” in…
Pysanka Egg Decorating with Lesia Sochor
10:00 am
Images provided by Lesia Sochor, via her artist portfolio website. The Museum is pleased to once again welcome local artist Lesia Sochor to Bates for two workshops on Ukrainian egg decorating…A Midwinter Night's Tale
7:30 pm
Robinson Players Mainstage Performance
For more information: amatos@bates.edu (Robinson Players)
A Midwinter Night's Tale
7:30 pm
Robinson Players Mainstage Performance
For more information: amatos@bates.edu (Robinson Players)
A Midwinter Night's Tale
5:00 pm
Robinson Players Mainstage Performance
For more information: amatos@bates.edu (Robinson Players)

How To See Know and Fall: A Multimedia, Multi-Disciplinary Concert
7:30 pm
Presented By: The Bates Music Department: How to See Know and Fall is an immersive collaboration between interdisciplinary percussionist/composer Brian Shankar Adler and electronic composer/software designer Jesse Stiles, combining intricate…How To See, Know and Fall: a multimedia, multi-disciplinary concert
7:30 pm
How to See Know and Fall is an immersive collaboration between interdisciplinary percussionist/composer Brian Shankar Adler and electronic composer/software designer Jesse Stiles, combining intricate hybrid percussion with shimmering synth lines,…Writing Assignments in the Age of AI
12:00 pm
With John Paul Kanwit and Katie Byrnes from Bowdoin College. As advice about teaching writing in the age of AI proliferates-often without evidence and geared toward large universities-faculty at small iberarl…
Boston Alumnae Book Club: The Sunflower House
7:00 pm
VIRTUAL MEETING! Do you like meeting new people, reading great books, and discussing them? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join the Boston Alumnae Book Club! Anyone interested in joining the conversation…
New Faculty Community of Practice
12:00 pm
You are juggling a lot as a faculty member in your first few years here at Bates. Join this group to help lessen the load as we will share tips…
Bates College Orchestra
7:30 pm
Presented By: The Bates Department of Music: The Bates College Orchestra presents its Winter Term concert!
Bates College Orchestra
7:30 pm
The Bates College Orchestra presents its Winter Term concert!
For more information: sgurley@bates.edu (Gurley, Stuart)

Staff Educators Community of Practice
12:00 pm
Calling all staff educators! Wait, who’s a staff educator? Do you design learning materials and programs, foster productive learning environments, or promote individual growth and development? Yes? You are a staff…
Realizing Our Pedagogical Promises Community of Practice
4:15 pm
Here at Bates, our mission commits us to the emancipating potential of the liberal arts, to educating the whole person, and to engaging “the transformative power of our differences” in…
Phillips Society Luncheon
12:00 pm
Members of the Phillips Society, Mount David Society, and Garnet Circle are cordially invited to the Phillips Society Luncheon on April 10, 2026. The Phillips Society Inaugurated in 1998, the Phillips Society…
MARCY PLAVIN SPRING DANCE CONCERT
7:30 pm
Artistic Direction by Scott McPheeters Celebrating the legacy of Marcy Plavin, the founder of the Bates College dance program, this concert features original choreographies by nationally renowned Bates Dance Festival artists-in-residence.…Marcy Plavin Spring Dance Concert
7:30 pm
Celebrating the legacy of Marcy Plavin, the founder of the Bates College dance program, this concert features original choreographies by nationally renowned Bates Dance Festival artists-in-residence. Student artists engage with…Marcy Plavin Spring Dance Concert
5:00 pm
Celebrating the legacy of Marcy Plavin, the founder of the Bates College dance program, this concert features original choreographies by nationally renowned Bates Dance Festival artists-in-residence. Student artists engage with…Marcy Plavin Spring Dance Concert
2:00 pm
Celebrating the legacy of Marcy Plavin, the founder of the Bates College dance program, this concert features original choreographies by nationally renowned Bates Dance Festival artists-in-residence. Student artists engage with…
CITL’s Reflections of the Year
12:00 pm
What has teaching and learning looked like on campus this year? Which trends has CITL noticed through our conversations, consultations, and workshops? April’s lunch & learn explores, problematizes, and addresses…
Opening: 2026 Senior Thesis Exhibition
5:00 pm
The Bates College Department of Art and Visual Culture and Museum of Art invite you to the opening of the 2026 Senior Thesis Exhibition.
Full details to follow.

Class of 1978 Gathering
10:00 am
Spend a spring morning among the blooms with fellow members of the Class of 1978 on Monday, April 27. We’re heading to Jamaica Plain for a casual walk followed by…

















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