Join us for Stanford’s largest mental health awareness event on May 8th from 6:00 - 9:00 pm, celebrating the five-year anniversary of The Flourish and the work we’ve done on campus to uplift mental health resources and student stories. Explore Stanford's wellness resources and engage in activities that support mental health and well-being. Free Chipotle, boba, ice cream, picnic blankets, flourish swag, floating lanterns, student art, mental health stories, student performances, and a live DJ are included! Let’s come together as a community and flourish together.
An Evening of Flourishing Together
Flourish Fest '26 is coming to campus on Friday, May 8, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at Terman Fountain, and you won’t want to miss it!
The night starts with a Mental Health Night Market filled with interactive activities, campus resources, and free giveaways. You can explore wellness tools such as journaling and mindfulness while connecting with various campus organizations. Chill on the lawn and listen to music on your limited edition Flourish Fest '26 picnic blanket. The first 75 students will also get free Chipotle, so come early.
As the evening builds, enjoy live student performances, including Talisman, along with a DJ set that brings the energy up. At 7:00 pm, the Floating Lantern Ceremony offers a meaningful pause, where you can write messages, intentions, or things you want to let go of. We will release the floating lanterns across the water in community.
At 8:00 pm, the night transitions into a sober celebration dance party. The first 100 students at the dance party will receive free boba, ice cream, and EANABS, creating a fun and inclusive space to celebrate, dance, and be fully present.
Flourish Fest '26 is all about bringing people together, making mental health resources more accessible, and creating a space where you can show up exactly as you are. Whether you come for the food, the music, or the experience, you’ll leave feeling more connected.
Bring your friends and come flourish together with us!
Written by: Cherrial Odell, Class of 2026
Flourish Fest is hosted by: The Flourish, Well-Being at Stanford, SUPER, OSE, Stanford Arts & ASSU