The Commons is the hub of student life. Situated in the middle of campus, it is the place to go before, between and after classes. Hosting major social, cultural and recreational activities, The Commons fosters community among students, faculty, and staff.

Contact Information

The Commons Administration, Commons Suite 335
thecommons@umbc.edu
410-455-1000

The Commons Building Hours

August 25 – December 11

• M – Th: 7:30 a.m. – 12 a.m.
• F: 7:30 a.m. – 1 a.m.
• Sat: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.
• Sun: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.

The Commons and UMBC will be closed on 9/3/18 in observance of Labor Day.

Thanksgiving Break, November 21 – 25

• 11/21: 7:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• 11/22 – 11/24: Closed
• 11/25: 12 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Finals Week, December 12 – 21

• 12/12 – 12/14: 7:30 a.m. – 12 a.m.
• 12/15: 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.
• 12/16: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
• 12/17 – 12/19: 7:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
• 12/20: 7:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• 12/21: 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The Commons and the UMBC Campus will be closed for Winter Break starting Saturday, December 22, 2018.  The Commons and the UMBC Campus will reopen Wednesday, January 2, 2019.

Planning an Event?

Be sure to check out our event planning site to prep for your event.