Scotty Saturday
October 4, 2025 is Scotty Saturday!
Scotty Saturday celebrates Carnegie Mellon spirit and pride! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of activities, traditions, student talent showcases, free snacks, and swag.
Each year, The Office of Student Involvement and Traditions partners with the Office of Family Engagement to host Scotty Saturday during CMU’s annual Family Weekend! Don’t forget to check out all the fantastic sessions, workshops, and other experiences.
Scotty Saturday at a Glance
Scotty Saturday activities and events will fill the afternoon and evening, taking place all along East/West Walkway into Legacy Plaza, Merson Courtyard and The Cut.
2024 Schedule of Events
- Afternoon Adventures | 2:00pm - 4:00pm I Various locations around the CUC
- Night Market | 4:30pm - 6:30pm I East/West Walkway, Merson Courtyard
- Student Showcase | 4:30pm - 6:30pm I Legacy Plaza
- Apparel Sale (Cash Only) | 4:00pm - 6:30pm I Merson Courtyard
Last year's highlights included:
- Themed activities, demonstrations, experiences, and crafts for students and visitors alike
- Marketplace tabling from student organizations and student entrepreneurs
- Pumpkin Painting with Student Government
- Free Pittsburgh Popcorn, Cider, and Donuts
- Inflatable Mini-Golf and Obstacle Course
- Student Music and Dance performances
- Chartwells Applefest Market
- A Mini-Museum, Screenprinting, and Button-making with the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh
- Mini-Escape Room and Puzzle Box
- And much more!
Students and Student Orgs: Get Involved with Scotty Saturday!
LEARN MORE
We are building a list of student organizations that might be interested in hosting performances, events, or fundraisers during Scotty Saturday and Family Weekend. If your organization would like to participate, please fill out the Family Weekend & Scotty Saturday Interest Form.
Sponsor an event or activity
Small grants are available for groups or individuals who sponsor and facilitate activities during the Afternoon Adventures. Ideas include: pumpkin painting, cornhole tournaments, cookie decorating, small service projects, henna, or photobooths.
Night market
- Showcase your organization: tell the campus what your organization is all about and how to get involved
- Fundraise: student groups may sell food, apparel, art, or other items to raise funds
- Individual entrepreneurs: promote or sell items, art, and/or handmade goods from your own small business
Student Showcase
Perform as an individual or as an organization for the Night Market attendees. Music, dance, comedy, poetry are all welcome for this small, casual performance space.
Spend the afternoon connecting with the CMU community and enjoy unique experiences on campus
Scotty Saturday 2024 featured many exciting activities and stations, including CMU-themed arts and crafts.
Show your pride with CMU gear. Check out our discounted CMU-branded merch items!
Who doesn’t love free snacks and goodies?