The University of Toronto Mississauga is marking Halloween with RAWC-O-Ween, a five-day series of free, student-only events from October 19 to 23, 2026. The lineup mixes recreation, movement and social activities across campus, including glow-in-the-dark table tennis, fitness challenges, a costume walk, crafts and a carnival-style event.
Key facts
- RAWC-O-Ween runs from October 19 to 23, 2026 at University of Toronto Mississauga.
- All listed events are open to UTM students and have no participant fee.
- Activities take place at locations including UTM Multipurpose Room B, the UTM RAWC SCC, the Student Services Hub, the RAWC Lobby and UTM North Field.
- The program is designed as a light-activity event, suitable for most fitness and mobility levels.
- Students are asked to register to express interest and receive event updates.
What this means for UTM students
For UTM students, RAWC-O-Ween offers a free way to take a study break, meet other students and join campus activities without needing advanced fitness experience. The schedule spreads events across the week, so students can choose one activity or several, depending on their availability.
The program also makes participation simple: students are encouraged to register in advance, and the event notes say to bring comfortable weather-appropriate clothing, supportive closed-toe shoes and a reusable water bottle. A lock is suggested for those who want to use locker rooms, and towel service is complimentary for all students.
- October 19, 1 pm to 3 pm: Glow in the Dark Table Tennis in UTM Multipurpose Room B.
- October 20, 2 pm to 4 pm: SCC Haunted House at the UTM RAWC SCC.
- October 21, 12 pm to 2 pm: Costume Walk & Hot Chocolate at the UTM Student Services Hub in the Davis Building.
- October 22, 1 pm to 3 pm: Spooky Crafts in the RAWC Lobby.
- October 23, 1 pm to 3 pm: Creepy Carnival at UTM North Field.
Several events are described as welcoming all experience levels, and the overall activity level is listed as mild, which means light physical activity such as walking short distances or moving over small inclines.
What kinds of activities are included?
RAWC-O-Ween combines recreation with social programming. The week starts with glow-in-the-dark table tennis, followed by a haunted-house-style fitness session in the SCC, a campus costume walk with hot chocolate, Halloween crafts in the RAWC Lobby and a final carnival event at North Field. The events are designed to be accessible and informal, with solo attendance or group attendance both encouraged.
Where and when is each event?
Each activity is scheduled for a specific day and location on campus. Glow-in-the-Dark Table Tennis is set for October 19 in UTM Multipurpose Room B. The SCC Haunted House follows on October 20 at the UTM RAWC SCC. On October 21, students can join the Costume Walk & Hot Chocolate at the Student Services Hub, and Spooky Crafts takes place October 22 in the RAWC Lobby. Creepy Carnival closes the week on October 23 at UTM North Field.
How should students prepare?
Students are told to register to express interest and receive updates. The event notes also recommend weather-appropriate clothing, supportive closed-toe shoes and a reusable water bottle. Those who want to store belongings in locker rooms should bring a lock.
For questions, the contact listed is the UTM Moves Program in the Department of Recreation, Athletics & Wellness at utm.moves@utoronto.ca.
