Mental Health Events

October is one of our favorite months at UMassD — full of color, community, and celebration! While we prioritize mental health year-round, October 29 is extra special — as we celebrate our annual Mental Health Day! Take time to relax, connect, and recharge with two full days of wellness, fun, and spooky celebration.

🎉 No classes — all fun!

On October 29, classes are canceled so you can focus on your well-being. Recharge your mind, body, and spirit with activities happening across campus:

• Barn Babies on the Quad
• The Rage Room
• Massages at Unity House
• Mindfulness sessions and sound healing
• Cupcake decorating and pumpkin painting
• Mocktails and recreation stations
• Nature walk for wellness on outdoor trails
• ... and much more!

🌙 Evening highlight: Haunted Walkthrough

As the sun sets, end the day with a thrill! Step into the 2^nd Annual Haunted Walkthrough in The Woodlands — if you dare! Gather your friends for a spooky good time full of surprises and scares.

🎭 Keep the celebration going: October 30

The fun continues the next day with campus trick-or-treating and our popular student costume contest. Bring your best look and enter to win prizes for creativity, effort, and school spirit.

Sign up for the costume contest

📅 Mark your calendars

Don't miss two unforgettable days dedicated to wellness, creativity, and community. Grab your friends, put on your costumes, and join us as we celebrate Mental Health Day at UMass Dartmouth!

Volunteers needed

Want to help? We'd love to have you! Sign up to volunteer at one or multiple activities.

Volunteer for mental health day