The Commons

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.

The Commons building

The Commons Building Hours

Winter 2023 (January 3 – 28, 2023)

  • Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: CLOSED

Spring 2023 (January 29 – May 17, 2023)

  • Monday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
  • Friday: 7:30 a.m. – Midnight
  • Saturday: 8 a.m. – Midnight
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
  • 3/17: 7:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  • 3/18 – 3/21: CLOSED
  • 3/22 – 3/24: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • 3/25: CLOSED
  • 3/26: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

  • 5/17 – 5/19: 7:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
  • 5/20: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
  • 5/21: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  • 5/22 – 5/25: 7:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  • 5/26: 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The Commons and UMBC Campus will be closed on:

  • January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • March 18 – 21 for Spring Break

UMBC is open and in a transition period. Departments may be providing services remotely. Please visit departmental sites for detailed information.

Additional Service Hours

Bookstore: Hours and Service Details

commonvision: Hours and Service Details

Planning an Event?

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

Looking to Place a Service Request?

Submit a ticket for any building needs in The Commons.

Submit a Service Request