Campus Events & Traditions | Rider University
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Campus Events & Traditions | Rider University
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Campus Events & Traditions
When you’re part of our community, you’re nothing short of family. And just like any family, we’ve got a long, rich history filled with festivals, inside jokes and good times together.
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Show your Bronc spirit!
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Rock Fest
Rock Fest is the perfect way to start out the year with a bonfire, live music, and other activities to bring us together for the first weekend of the school year!
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R Factor
A two-part, full production singing talent show where any student can show off their vocal skills for a chance to be the next R Factor champion! R Factor was named Best Campus Tradition 2017 by the National Association of Campus Activities.
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Cranberry Fest
One of Rider’s greatest and longest traditions brings the Rider University Community together to celebrate Andrew J. Rider and all that links us as one - Cranberry! Celebrate Rider’s history with live music, free food and great games and entertainment!
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MAACness
MAACness introduces the campus to the men’s and women’s basketball teams and coaches, our Dance Team, and Cheerleading Team! MAACness generates excitement for the upcoming season with live entertainment, giveaways, and spirit-filled activities.
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Student Entertainment Council Concert
The Student Entertainment Council presents a yearly concert featuring popular music acts in the Student Recreation Center. Recent acts have included Big Sean, PnB Rock, A$AP Ferg, Young M.A, Tinashe, and Travis Scott.
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Scream Screen
Scream Screen is 107.7 The Bronc's on-campus, Halloween tradition. A gigantic drive-in movie, displayed on a monster-size movie screen, along with hauntingly fun trunk-or-treating, smack dab in the middle of Rider University.
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Homecoming Weekend
Students, alumni, and their families take part in an array of activities planned for this special weekend including brunch, stage performances, The Pub, shows and athletic games!
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Drag Race
One of the most exciting events on campus featuring student performers and local legends!
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Eggscellent Egg Hunt
Bunnies, chicks and sheep...oh my! Spring officially begins at 107.7 The Bronc's Eggscellent Egg Hunt. Over 10,000 eggs, 1,000 prizes, fun games and delicious food on the campus mall.
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The Cranberry & White Affair
Join the Rider community for an evening of glitz and glamour featuring delicious desserts and dancing. This semi-formal is sponsored by a variety of organizations on campus.
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Senior Ball
Rider celebrates the hard work of our graduating seniors with a beautiful semi-formal dance! You won't want to miss this yearly tradition!
Get involved
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Apr 24 - 7:30pm
Westminster Chapel Choir: Seek Ye First
Join Westminster Chapel Choir for a contemplative concert exploring gratitude, peace, and the beauty of seeking what matters most.
Learn More
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Apr 25 - 4:00pm
Westminster Concert Bell Choirs: Legacy: Celebrating 100 Years of Westminster Choir College
Celebrate Westminster's centennial with a joyful performance by the Westminster Concert Bell Choirs!
Learn More
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Apr 25 - 7:30pm
Senior Dance Capstone Showcase
Step into an evening of bold expression and fresh choreography as the Class of 2026 Dance majors present their final works in this dynamic capstone showcase.
Learn More
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Skip to Main Content
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Campus Events & Traditions
When you’re part of our community, you’re nothing short of family. And just like any family, we’ve got a long, rich history filled with festivals, inside jokes and good times together.
Image
Show your Bronc spirit!
Image
Rock Fest
Rock Fest is the perfect way to start out the year with a bonfire, live music, and other activities to bring us together for the first weekend of the school year!
Image
R Factor
A two-part, full production singing talent show where any student can show off their vocal skills for a chance to be the next R Factor champion! R Factor was named Best Campus Tradition 2017 by the National Association of Campus Activities.
Image
Cranberry Fest
One of Rider’s greatest and longest traditions brings the Rider University Community together to celebrate Andrew J. Rider and all that links us as one - Cranberry! Celebrate Rider’s history with live music, free food and great games and entertainment!
Image
MAACness
MAACness introduces the campus to the men’s and women’s basketball teams and coaches, our Dance Team, and Cheerleading Team! MAACness generates excitement for the upcoming season with live entertainment, giveaways, and spirit-filled activities.
Image
Student Entertainment Council Concert
The Student Entertainment Council presents a yearly concert featuring popular music acts in the Student Recreation Center. Recent acts have included Big Sean, PnB Rock, A$AP Ferg, Young M.A, Tinashe, and Travis Scott.
Image
Scream Screen
Scream Screen is 107.7 The Bronc's on-campus, Halloween tradition. A gigantic drive-in movie, displayed on a monster-size movie screen, along with hauntingly fun trunk-or-treating, smack dab in the middle of Rider University.
Image
Homecoming Weekend
Students, alumni, and their families take part in an array of activities planned for this special weekend including brunch, stage performances, The Pub, shows and athletic games!
Image
Drag Race
One of the most exciting events on campus featuring student performers and local legends!
Image
Eggscellent Egg Hunt
Bunnies, chicks and sheep...oh my! Spring officially begins at 107.7 The Bronc's Eggscellent Egg Hunt. Over 10,000 eggs, 1,000 prizes, fun games and delicious food on the campus mall.
Image
The Cranberry & White Affair
Join the Rider community for an evening of glitz and glamour featuring delicious desserts and dancing. This semi-formal is sponsored by a variety of organizations on campus.
Image
Senior Ball
Rider celebrates the hard work of our graduating seniors with a beautiful semi-formal dance! You won't want to miss this yearly tradition!
Get involved
Image
Apr 24 - 7:30pm
Westminster Chapel Choir: Seek Ye First
Join Westminster Chapel Choir for a contemplative concert exploring gratitude, peace, and the beauty of seeking what matters most.
Learn More
Image
Apr 25 - 4:00pm
Westminster Concert Bell Choirs: Legacy: Celebrating 100 Years of Westminster Choir College
Celebrate Westminster's centennial with a joyful performance by the Westminster Concert Bell Choirs!
Learn More
Image
Apr 25 - 7:30pm
Senior Dance Capstone Showcase
Step into an evening of bold expression and fresh choreography as the Class of 2026 Dance majors present their final works in this dynamic capstone showcase.
Learn More
View All
All the latest
Image
article
Rider students volunteer at sports clinic with NY Giants and Special Olympics New Jersey
University is a higher education partner for the NFL team
Learn More
Image
article
Rider hosts first gubernatorial debate
Town-hall style in-person debate largest in NJ history
Learn More
Image
article
Rider recognized for empowering workers with disabilities
Rider receives 2024 Community Partner Award from The Arc Mercer
Learn More
View All