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Come on out to the Activity Center or Rec Center West and experience everything we have to offer. You'll have a good time no matter what!

UT Dallas University Recreation is dedicated to producing healthy comets through engagement, in physical, social, and educational activities.

10/31/2026

The second slide is the scariest! 😱 Here are some photos from our Nightmare on Rutford Avenue event last week, we hope everyone that came had a frighteningly good time "clowning" around! 🤡 Wishing you a Happy Halloween from UREC! 🎃

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Alt text: Pictures of a clown-themed haunted house event.

10/29/2026

Trick-or-Treat your self with a good scary movie and a visit to UREC this Halloween! 🎃 What's your favorite Halloween or horror movie?

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Alt text: Interview video with students being asked the question: "What is your favorite Halloween or horror movie?"

10/27/2026

Dale 🕶️ Cycle to Mr. Worldwide at Pitbull Cycle on Thursday, October 29th at 5:45 p.m. in the Activity Center Multipurpose Orange for our GroupX Halloween Edition classes! Join us on Thursday and all throughout the week for these frighteningly fun Halloweek events! 🕺

Other GroupX Halloween Editions include:
Ghostbusters Body Combat on Tuesday, October 27th at 8:15 p.m. in Multipurpose Orange.
Spooky Candlelight Pilates on Wednesday, October 28th at 12 p.m. in Multipurpose Green.

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Alt text: Video of three students in bald caps, emulating Pitbull, dancing to Pitbull's "Time of Our Lives" and in-text caption reading "Get through tough times with Pitbull at UREC's Halloween GroupX Cycle! Dale."

10/26/2026

Happy Haunts! Halloween is now upon us! Don't miss our on our splendid assortment of spooky events this week! 🎃

🧗 On Monday, UREC's Halloweek kicks off with the Witching Hour at UREC Climbing, on October 26th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the AC Auxiliary gym. Climb for prizes at this special edition climbing session! 🧹

👻GroupX: Halloween Edition, is happening all throughout the week! Drop in for a class with these frightfully fun themes!
Cardio Dance Costume Party takes place on Monday, October 26th at 5:15 p.m. in Multipurpose Green.
Ghostbusters Body Combat on Tuesday, October 27th at 8:15 p.m. in Multipurpose Orange.
Spooky Candlelight Pilates on Wednesday, October 28th at 12 p.m. in Multipurpose Green.
Pitbull Cycle is the grand finale to this week of special GroupX classes, on Thursday, October 29th at 5:45 p.m. in Multipurpose Orange. Dale! 🕺

🛶 Cardboard Boat Regatta is happening on Wednesday, October 28th from 6-10 p.m. in the AC Natatorium. Registration closes on the 26th at 11:59 p.m., so don't miss out! Gourd big or gourd home!📦
🏏 4v4 Indoor Cricket: Halloween Tournament, is our Friday Night Fright on October 30th at the RCW Gym/Courtyard. Bat to the bone! 🦇
Want to compete in Indoor Cricket and Cardboard Boat Regatta? For registration and more details, please visit IM Leagues.

Witch-ing you a Happy Halloween from UREC!

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Alt text: Video of two students, one is on her laptop then another emerges into the frame, pointing at an events poster behind them, the one on her laptop then makes the motion of throwing her laptop, which transitions into an edit of a streamer throwing a plate of food as explosion effects are made. In-text caption reads: "When you're locked in but twin wants to go to UREC's Halloweek events."

10/24/2026

You're bu-bu-buggin if you don't sign up for Cardboard Boat Regatta! 🐛This competition is happening on Wednesday, October 28th, at 6pm in the AC Natatorium! Teamwork makes the dream work but will it make your boat float? Build a boat with your team and show them who's the best! ⛵🏅

Deadline to sign up is October 26th, 11:59pm, so register before then to compete!
For more registration details, please visit IM Leagues or check the link in our bio.

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Alt text: Genius interview-style video of student saying "Shawty told me that she won't sign up for Cardboard Boat Regatta So I gotta look at her crazy like baby you buggin. Bu bu buggin" and the "lyrics" reflecting that.

10/22/2026

Get your float on! 📦⛵ Enter our Cardboard Boat Regatta competition happening on Wednesday, October 28th, at 6pm! Build a boat with your team and compete for the survival of the fittest boat! Deadline to sign up is October 26th, 11:59pm, so register before then to compete!

For more details, please visit IM Leagues.

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Alt text: Pictures of students competing in Cardboard Boat Regatta competition, where students build boats out of cardboard and other materials and the winner is the one that makes it to the end the fastest.

10/21/2026

It's the climb, yeah 🎵🧗 Join us for the "Witching Hour at UREC Climbing" at the Activity Center Auxiliary gym Rock Wall, to climb for prizes! Happening on October 26th from 7:30 to 9:30 pm, all climbers are welcome! Kick off the week leading up to Halloween with this spooky scaling. Can you claim the prize? 🧙‍♀️
*Climbers must have passed a skills check or orientation in order to top rope.*

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Alt text: Pictures of students competing in a rock climbing competition, photographed while climbing and with awards.

10/19/2026

Come if you’re brave enough!! 👀👻

Nightmare on Rutford Avenue is taking over Helix Hall on October 22 from 7–9 PM 🎃

Join us for a spooky night with a haunted room, snacks, games, and other fun activities. Free for all UTD students.

Alt text: Video of a student walking through a hallway while another student appears behind him, followed by a chase-style moment. The video ends with a promotional graphic for Nightmare on Rutford Avenue on October 22 from 7-9pm at Helix Hall.

10/16/2026

The group chat actually agreed to run a 5K 😭

Come run around campus with us for the Comet Trot 5K on Friday, November 6.

Looking for a place to start? It’s always the right time. Check out our Couch ➪ 5K training program for some training suggestions.
Sign up through the link in bio or visit our website.

Alt text: Students running together around campus to promote the upcoming Comet Trot 5K. Text on screen "POV: The group chat actually agreed to run a 5k"

10/14/2026

Boo! 👻 The scariest thing this spooky season is missing out on this event!
Join us next Thursday, October 22nd at 7pm for a frighteningly good time at Nightmare on Rutford Ave at Helix Hall! Enjoy this night of fun and "gourd" vibes with games, activities, snacks, and a haunted house! 😉Come clown around at Helix Hall next week, we'll see you there 🤡

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Alt text: Pictures of students and haunted house members at annual "Nightmare on Rutford Ave" Halloween event hosted by UTD UREC and NRHH, including haunted house members in character, and student attendees enjoying the event activities.

Address

800 W Campbell Road Bldg/AB
Richardson, TX
75080

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 1am
Tuesday	7am - 1am
Wednesday	7am - 1am
Thursday	7am - 1am
Friday	7am - 10pm
Saturday	8am - 10pm
Sunday	12pm - 1am

Telephone

+19728832090

Website

https://urec.utdallas.edu/Links/

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