10 Fun Things to Do in Binghamton This Fall
Autumn is a beautiful season, especially in Binghamton. The multi-colored foliage, brisk weather and stack of popular holidays makes fall truly special. Here in Binghamton, we have so much to offer to supplement my favorite time of year. Get out there and have fun by trying some of these things!
Join a club or organization
Clubs make for a solid addition to your resume. You could also meet some lifelong friends. I鈥檝e heard great things about the Binghamton Stand-Up Club, as well as the Production and Mixing group. Take the club-match quiz to find out which ones are best for you!
Play an intramural sport
Intramural sports are a great way to meet new people and stay active. is open for flag football, arena flag football, soccer, volleyball and handball. These leagues are perfect for someone like me, who isn鈥檛 an elite athlete, but still wants to play. The environment is welcoming due its laid-back, yet semi-competitive nature. There are a couple tournaments offered, as well.
Sit around a campfire and enjoy s鈥檓ores
Hang out with friends and make some new ones while snacking on some s鈥檓ores! This event will take place at the Mountainview Fire Pit, one of my favorite spots on campus.
Take a hike in the Nature Preserve
There鈥檚 no better time to hike than the fall! The weather is ideal and the leaves are changing in front of our very eyes. Go solo or grab some buddies and take in the stunning view of our 190-acre Nature Preserve.
Have a blast during Family Weekend
I love showing my family what it鈥檚 like to be a Bearcat. Binghamton鈥檚 largest undergraduate event of the year for parents and families is a ton of fun. Countless on-campus events will give your family an idea of how excellent it is to be a student at Binghamton.
Come to the Binghamton Block Party
This event signals the beginning of Homecoming Weekend. Enjoy some food, listen to some music and hang out with your friends. It鈥檒l be a blast!
Attend the Fall Festival
With thousands of students, friends and alumni present, have some fun at the Fall Festival during Homecoming. Food will be provided and you鈥檙e welcome to bring your own beverages. Be sure to wear green!
Cheer on our sports teams
Attending sports games is one of my favorite activities. I love watching a big play and listening to the synchronized eruption of the crowd. If you鈥檙e into sports, we have a few options for you this fall: soccer, volleyball, golf, tennis, basketball, swim, and cross country teams. Check out the , find a few games to attend and cheer on our Bearcats!
Celebrate Friendsgiving
In case you haven鈥檛 heard, is a 21st century holiday in which you have a Thanksgiving dinner with your friends. I plan on trying it out this year. Before you go home for Thanksgiving break, have a big meal from the dining hall or make your own with your best friends and celebrate this new holiday!
Pet some puppies to prepare for finals
Hang out with Project Paw鈥檚 therapy dogs to relax before a potentially stressful time in the semester. I can鈥檛 think of anything more relaxing than petting a pup.
Shawn Ammann is an intern for the Office of Media and Public Relations, and a junior majoring in English. He is undecided on a career path, but is interested in screenwriting and sportswriting. He enjoys playing basketball, running, watching movies and writing.
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