Atwood Traditions
Iconic Events at Atwood Memorial Center
Cultural Events
St. Cloud State has a long tradition of offering cultural programs. The programs are managed almost entirely by students who have a strong desire to share their cultures. These events typically include ethnic food, dance, music and performances.
Information Desk Popcorn
Students, staff, faculty and guests come back time and again for popcorn at the Information Desk. Try yours for only $1!
Call ahead for larger orders: 320-308-4636. Located on the main floor of Atwood Memorial Center.
Atwood After Dark
One of St. Cloud State’s traditional events, Atwood After Dark, will feature several exciting activities for students, including various novelty items to take home, crafts, free access to the Underground, and more! Activities will vary with each event, but it’s sure to be a fun time for all.
Lemonade Concert and Art Fair
First held in 1974, the fair features about 230 vendors of hand-made arts and crafts. The day concludes with a concert in Ritsche Auditorium.
Visit the Lemonade website for more information on vendor registration, visitor information, and schedules.
Mainstreet & Sidestreet
The Department of Campus Involvement hosts the Mainstreet and Sidestreet activity fairs. Mainstreet is on Atwood grounds in early fall. Sidestreet is inside Atwood in early spring.
Watch for event details on Huskies Connect.
Movies in the Theater
The Huskies Events and Activities Team shows movies scheduled Thursday through Saturday throughout the academic year. Newly released films are free of charge for all SCSU students and tickets are also available for purchase from the information desk by staff, faculty, and community members.