
PNW Calendar
From giveaways at Welcome Weeks to the Mane Event, PNW has activities around the year to build fun, deepen learning and grow community connections.

Acorn Concert Series
july 17 to september 25
Gabis Arboretum invites families to enjoy five evenings of live music as part of our annual concert series. Pack a blanket or lawn chair and make lasting memories together in a beautiful, family-friendly setting.
PNW Event Highlights
Jul 03
Independence Holiday – No Classes & Campuses are ClosedHave a happy and safe Independence Holiday, no classes and campuses are closed!
Jul 30
Free Outdoor Movie Night: Jaws (1975)Join the Office of Student Life for a free showing of Jaws (1975).
Aug 05
Free Outdoor Movie Night: Star Wars: The Mandalorian and GroguJoin the Office of Student Life for a free showing of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu.
Aug 12
Free Outdoor Movie Night: Project Hail MaryJoin the Office of Student Life for a free showing of Project Hail Mary (2026).
All PNW Events
Jun 25
Psyched for Summer! Camp (Camp Full!)Get Psyched for Summer by participating in hands-on experiences that explore how our brains function, how we develop as humans, and why we behave, think and feel the way we do.
Jun 25
Data Detective Summer CampCampers will learn how to collect and organize data to solve the “Mystery of the Missing Pencils.” All campers will get a free t-shirt, stickers and snacks.
Jun 25
Summer Community ReadingJoin the Purdue University Northwest College of Nursing’s Summer Community Reading program launching June 22; collect badges and earn prizes by participating in the community read!
Jun 25
Entrepreneurship Camp: Innovate for ImpactOur Summer Entrepreneurship Camp offers students an engaging introduction to innovation, creativity and business thinking.