Friday, Sept. 25 · 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Student Center Terrace
10 years strong. The Fall Kickoff is Friday.
UC Irvine Esports—the nation’s first public-university esports program—celebrates 10 years on Friday, Sept. 25 with the annual Fall Kickoff and the first look at a renovated Arena.
Live Performance by EVGE
Experience the magic as the Euphonic Video Game Ensemble at UCI brings orchestral game music to life with live performances throughout the event!
Photo Booth
Create unforgettable moments with your Anteater friends by snapping professional, social media-ready photos at our vibrant green screen photo booth.
Connect With Student Clubs
Unlock new passions and join the fun! Visit our partner student clubs—VGDC, Fighting Gamers, Anime Club, Smash Ultimate, ZotCon, Sim Racing, Tetris @ UCI—and see how you can become part of the excitement.
Zot Wheel
Spin to win! Step right up, give the prize wheel a whirl, and see what amazing gear and prizes* you could walk away with!
Zot Drop
Drop it like it’s hot! Take on our custom-made, jumbo-sized Plinko and watch with anticipation as the puck falls—amazing gear and prizes* are waiting at the bottom!
Partner Giveaways
iBUYPOWER, HYTE, Logitech, Blizzard, Pepsi, NeuroGum goodies—keyboards, mice, headsets, deskpads, and more†.
Free Play
Step into the arena for free gaming fun—test out our top-tier, premium PCs and level up your experience!
* All gifts, gift certificates, gift cards, and cash equivalences awarded to students may be reported to the financial aid office.
† Items available while supplies last.
