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WolfPerks: Campus Engagement

There is so much to do on campus to connect with others who share similar interests or try something new. Drop-In Pickleball, Team Trivia, Family Fun Day at the Gregg Museum, Workshops, Speaker Series, and so much more!

University Calendar

Campus Community Engagement

Krispy Kreme Challenge

The Krispy Kreme Challenge is a student run, charity based race dedicated to supporting the mission of the North Carolina Children’s Hospital. What started as a challenge among 10 friends has transformed into a nationally publicized charity race. Experience the challenge for yourself or come out and cheer on the competitors for fun. Every February, thousands of participants show up to tackle 2400 calories, 12 donuts, and 5 miles in 1 hour or less.

Live@Lake Raleigh

Live@Lake Raleigh is a free, family-friendly concert series on the picturesque shore of Lake Raleigh returns Thursday evenings in April and May of 2026. This collaboration between NC State LIVE and NC State Centennial celebrates the unique voices of North Carolina’s extraordinary music scene.

Packapalooza

Packapalooza™ is NC State’s signature all-day block party and street festival, capping off Wolfpack Welcome Week in August every year. This vibrant event, held on Hillsborough Street, brings together NC State students, faculty, staff, alums, families, and the local community to kick off the academic year with music, entertainment, family-friendly activities, food, and all things Wolfpack.

Social Clubs

Explore Campus

Campus Tours

The Onboarding Center hosts tours around campus to to foster a sense of community and pride among employees by showcasing different parts of the university.
Tours are typically scheduled in the fall and spring semesters. Search HR-OBC in REPORTER to view available tours.

NC State Virtual Tour

Explore Main Campus, Centennial Campus, and Centennial Biomedical Campus (also referred to as the College of Veterinary Medicine) through virtual tours highlighting the extraordinary work and community that is NC State.

Places to Visit

Staff Senate Bucket List

Your Staff Senate has compiled a Bucket List of things to do during your time at NC State to make the most of being part of The Wolfpack!

Online Connections