Meet future classmates. Ask questions. Bowl a little. Topgolf a little. Start your Bobcat journey before move-in.
We want to celebrate YOU alongside your family as you prepare to begin your college journey at UC Merced!
Join us this July for the UC Merced Regional Welcome Receptions. Come meet your future classmates and friends before arriving on campus, chat with faculty and staff, and learn more about campus life, academic programs, and opportunities available to you at UC Merced.
Enjoy games, food, and conversations as we welcome you to this exciting new chapter. You and up to four guests are welcomed, on us!
Alameda
Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM PDT
Location:
Lucky Strike Alameda
300 Park Street
Alameda, CA 94501
Sacramento
Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
Location:
The BLVD!
1298 W Capitol Avenue
West Sacramento, CA 95691
El Segundo
Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM PDT
Location:
Topgolf El Segundo
400 Pacific Coast Hwy
El Segundo, CA 90245
Los Angeles
Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
Location:
Lucky Strike LA Live
800 West Olympic Blvd, Ste. 250
Los Angeles, CA 90015
