Event: Spirit FEST
- Wednesday, Nov. 04, 2026
- 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- El Centro and Richland
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El Centro Campus
801 Main St., Dallas TX 75202 -
Richland Campus
12800 Abrams Road, Dallas TX 75243
Location:
El Centro Campus: Student Center (B100)
Richland Campus: El Paso Hall | El Paso Lakeside
Join us for Spirit FEST as we celebrate campus spirit, student individuality, and community connection! This week-long celebration is all about building momentum around college traditions through inclusive, fun, and engaging daily themes. We’ll have food, inflatables, music and carnival games. Join the fun on your campus or make the rounds and enjoy Spirit FEST at all seven campuses! Students and employees are welcome.
For more details, please visit the Spirit Fest webpage.
Theme Days:
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Monday – Jersey & Varsity Vibes Rep your team, sport, club, or favorite athlete! Rock a jersey, varsity jacket, team gear, athletic wear, or even a shirt representing your favorite hobby. College, pro, intramural, or hometown teams are all welcome.
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Tuesday – Low-Key Out-of-This-World Show your SPACE spirit without going over the top! Add a subtle touch of the galaxy to your everyday look. Think a space-themed T-shirt, NASA logo, starry accessories, moon or planet jewelry, a small alien pin, cosmic socks, or even just your favorite color inspired by space. No costume required, just add one little out-of-this-world detail!
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Wednesday –Main Character Day Today, you’re the main character! Dress as your favorite movie or TV character, celebrity, fictional icon, video-game character, or create your own signature look. Go casual, glam, nostalgic, funny, or completely over-the-top, just make it you.
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Thursday – Y2K & 2016 Throwback Bring back the eras that are making a comeback! Think Y2K fashion, 2016-inspired looks, throwback jerseys, graphic tees, denim, tracksuits, statement accessories, old-school tech, or your favorite trend from the past. Bonus: Dress like your favorite throwback celebrity, character, or internet era
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Friday – Dallas College Spirit Day Finish Spirit FEST by showing off your Dallas College pride! Bring the energy, represent your campus, and show us what #DallasCollegeSpirit looks like!
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