What happens outside the classroom shapes what comes next. Explore events, performances, and creative spaces that connect you to campus and each other.
At Chico State, events and activities bring our community together through creativity, culture, and shared experiences. Whether you’re here to be inspired, entertained, or involved, you’ll find something that fits, and something that surprises you.
The Box Office connects you to everything from headline performances to student-led productions. You can browse upcoming events, grab tickets in minutes, and discover something new. Your official ticketing outlet for Chico Performances, School of the Arts, North State Symphony (Chico concerts), Wildcat Athletics, and other Chico State Events.
Your community starts here. Explore CatsConnect to find events that bring Wildcats together, so you can connect, belong, and make every moment count. Its your go-to for campus events, from club meetings to major programs.
Chico State is excited to celebrate our 136th Commencement with our graduates and their guests.
Step into galleries, walk through living landscapes, and engage with ideas in motion. From campus museums to nearby natural spaces, these experiences invite you to explore, learn, and see the world differently.
Janet Turner Print Museum
Discover exhibitions, events, and a remarkable collection devoted to the art of printmaking and book arts. The museum also offers education and outreach programs, including K–12 field trips and family-friendly activities.
Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
Explore exhibitions that connect visitors with cultures, history, and anthropology through gallery displays, tours, and public programs. The museum also offers family activities, teacher resources, and virtual exhibitions.
Gateway Science Museum
Experience hands-on science through changing exhibits, special events, and garden spaces that highlight biodiversity, native and edible plants, and wildlife habitat. Gateway also features field trips and family activities designed to spark curiosity across ages.
University Farm
See what hands-on learning really looks like. At the University Farm, you can explore where students grow, raise, and create—from organic produce to student-crafted cheeses, meats, and more at the Jay Gilbert Farm Store. Every visit connects you to real-world experience, local impact, and the future of sustainable agriculture.
Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
Explore, learn, and connect with the natural world. The Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve offers miles of trails, diverse habitats, and opportunities for hiking, wildlife observation, fishing, and seasonal hunting. It’s also a living outdoor classroom, hosting field trips, research, and guided experiences, including ecotherapy events that invite you to slow down and recharge in nature. Whether you’re visiting for recreation, education, or reflection, the reserve offers a meaningful way to experience Northern California’s landscape.