Students discussing during a fair event.

Winter Fest

Winter Fest provides students with an opportunity to learn about the wide variety of Illinois State University registered student organizations (RSOs) and discover ways to get involved on campus.

Winter Fest Registration 2026

RSO Registration for Winter Fest 2026 will open on December 3, 2025.

RSOs must have the 2025-2026 re-registration process completed before registering for Winter Fest. Remember that spots are limited; if all table spaces are full your RSO will be placed on a wait list.

Event Details:

Each day of Winter Fest highlights the following RSOs:

Tuesday, January 20

Categories of organizations:

Advocacy
Agriculture
Business
Civic Engagement
Communication
Education
Event Planning
Gaming/Gaming Culture
Honor Society
Leadership/Advisory
Media
Performance
Recreation
Science
Service
Sport Clubs
Technology

Wednesday, January 21

Categories of organizations:

Cultural/Ethnic
Faith/Spiritual
Graduate Students
Health/Medical
Political
Social Science
Social Sororities and Fraternities
Sustainability

Pro Tip: Use Redbird Life to learn more about our RSOs before Winter Fest 2026.

Tuesday, January 20 and Wednesday, January 21

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Brown Ballroom and Circus Room, Bone Student Center