What’s Happening at Rec This October?

By Ethaney Morgan on September 29, 2026

Here comes spooky season 👻🎃 Check out what’s happening in Rec this October!

Day of the LongBoat

October 3 & 4

Row row row your LongBoat! Get ready to participate in one of UBC’s longest traditions! Day of the LongBoat will take place at Jericho Beach. If you aren’t registered, come watch and cheer on your friends!

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Expanded Drop-in Opportunities

October

This month, we’ve opened up our drop in opportunities to some new fun sports! From netball to futsal, and wheelchair basketball – check our schedule to try something different!

  • Netball | Oct 2
  • Wheelchair Basketball | Fridays 2-3pm
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Women Only Drop-in Sports

October

In October, we’re offering Women’s (Trans Women Welcome) Only Drop In Times! It’s a great opportunity for you and your friends to play sports in a safe and inclusive space.

  • Badminton | Oct 6 & 27
  • Basketball | Oct 13
  • Volleyball | Oct 20
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Try It & Love It | Hip Hop

October 8

Our monthly “Try It & Love It” Group Fitness Class Events are large, high-energy group workouts held in the Rec North gymnasiums carefully selected to get you trying and loving our classes! This month’s Hip Hop class will be sure to get you moving with style!

Thanksgiving Hours

October 12

UBC Recreation’s Sports Facilities will have adjusted hours on Monday, October 12, 2026 for Thanksgiving. We encourage guests to plan ahead if they are planning to visit our facilities.

Move More, Learn More

Register by October 12

Move More, Learn More is an interactive health education program designed for women (trans women welcome). This program includes different health learning topics and private group physical activity sessions throughout six weeks in the term. Start your journey in fitness and find out what you like best!

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Water Wars

October 15 | Reg by Oct 12

Looking for a fun filled night consisting of water based games and activities? Then come participate with us at Water Wars! This event is filled with non-stop action, guaranteed laughter, and moments you’ll remember throughout your time at UBC. Register by October 12!

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Wellbeing Walks

October 21 @ MOA

Join the MoveU crew this October for a FREE walk through the Museum of Anthropology! It’s open to all Students, Faculty & Staff, and community members.

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Howl at the Moon Volleyball

October 23 | Reg by Oct 20

Gather 4-8 friends and pull an all nighter playing volleyball. At Howl at the Moon, teams will compete in reverse 4s style volleyball. Round robin followed by playoffs that start at 1AM will make this a night you won’t forget. Register by October 20!

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Great Trek

October 24 | Reg by Oct 22

Join the Great Trek Student Relay! Gather 4 friends and each will run approximately 1.25 KM to complete this 5KM relay race. The running route features UBC’s beautiful campus under colourful fall foliage. Register by October 22!

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Floating Pumpkin Patch

October 25

At the Floating Pumpkin Patch, guests can immerse themselves in the festive spirit while enjoying the leisure pool. Buy a pumpkin and jump in!

Personal Training Promo

Save 15% on training packages!

Throughout October, enjoy 15% off on 1, 3, 6 and 12 packs of Personal Training. Get a FREE consultation and start building a plan to reach your fitness goals with our Personal Trainers! Promotion runs October 1 – 31.

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Women’s Community Nights

Various nights this October!

Looking to get active, build confidence, and connect with other women through sport? Women’s Community Nights are a welcoming and inclusive space designed to engage more women in recreation at UBC. No experience necessary! 

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