FAQs
If you have additional questions, please email info@picnicday.ucdavis.edu.
About Picnic Day
What is Picnic Day?
Picnic Day is believed to be the largest student-run event in the nation. It is UC Davis’ annual open house with hundreds of events.
What day is Picnic Day?
The 109th Picnic Day will be on Saturday, April 15th, 2023 on the UC Davis campus.
When does Picnic Day start?
Picnic Day officially begins with the parade opening ceremony at 9:30AM, followed by the parade at 10:00AM. Most Picnic Day-run events start at 9:00AM and end before 5:00PM.
Who can attend?
Everyone is welcome to attend Picnic Day! There will be exciting events for all ages.
What events will be happening?
We are currently planning the events for Picnic Day 109! Stay tuned for the Schedule of Events as we get closer to Picnic Day 2023!
Will I be able to volunteer for Picnic Day this year?
Yes. Picnic Day will start hiring volunteers in the Winter Quarter. Email volunteer@picnicday.ucdavis.edu if you are interested in volunteering for next year’s Picnic Day.
Picnic Day 109
Will Picnic Day be in-person or virtual?
The 109th Annual Picnic Day is planned to be an in-person event on April 15th, 2023.
I am a student organization, a UC Davis student, a campus department, or a local Davis business. How can I participate?
Each year, we release a number of applications for different participant groups sometime between November and January. Email info@picnicday.ucdavis.edu if you are interested in participating in Picnic Day 109.
Going back in person, what events will be happening?
We plan to have as many events back in person as possible. Stay tuned for our Schedule of Events for all the details.
I’m a UC Davis undergraduate student. How can I help plan Picnic Day?
Applications for Assistant Directors are up. Apply here!
Disability Accomodations
Can I get rides from Picnic Day staff?
Campus vehicles are reserved only for Picnic Day staff and affiliates who require moving across campus to keep the event running throughout the day. Please refrain from requesting a ride.
If you need an accommodation to participate in this event because of a disability, please contact the Picnic Day Chair, Amanda Portier, no later than March 25th, 2022 with information regarding the requested accommodation via email at chair@picnicday.ucdavis.edu.