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EVENTS
Our events aim to nourish, educate, and bring the campus community together through food.

Discover exciting culinary events across campus year-round. From chef demonstrations to global food festivals, we offer experiences that celebrate fresh cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and diverse flavors.

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UPCOMING STUDENT EVENTS
Discover exciting culinary events across campus year-round. From chef demonstrations to global food festivals, we offer experiences that celebrate fresh cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and diverse flavors.

Otterbein Free Zone Lunch Takeover
Join Dining Services and Otterbein Free Zone Club on March 4th from 11 AM–2 PM for a colorful partnered lunch celebration! Enjoy a Rainbow Salad Bar, Vegetarian Rainbow Wraps, a specialty LGBT Sandwich, Sweet Cereal Treats, and vibrant desserts.
The Cardinal's Nest
March 4th

Spring Break Hours: March 8–14
All dining locations will close on Friday, March 6 for Spring Break. The Nest & The Den will close at 7 PM, The Point will close at 3 PM, and The Bean will close at 5 PM.
Dining services will resume on Sunday, March 15 at 5 PM for dinner service. Have a safe and enjoyable Spring Break!
All Dining Locations
March 8th - 14th

Best Of Both Worlds Club Pop- Up
Join us on March 16 at noon in the Cardinal’s Nest for a special pop-up partnership with Best of Both Worlds! Students will be sharing individually wrapped peanut butter brownies, each paired with a handwritten positive message to brighten your day.
The Cardinal's Nest
March 16th

St. Patrick's Day Dinner
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us at our festive dinner event! Join us for Irish-inspired favorites, warm comfort dishes, and a little extra green to mark the occasion.
The Cardinal's Nest
March 17th

Knives Out Competition - First Round
The Knives Out Competition kicks off with Round One! Join us as our talented Otterbein culinary team goes head-to-head in a live cooking showdown showcasing creativity, skill, and bold flavors.
The Cardinal's Nest
March 31st

Knives Out Competition - Semi Finals
Knives Out: Semi-Finals brings the heat as chefs face a mystery ingredient challenge. Watch live as they race against the clock to create standout dishes and compete for a place in the finals!
The Cardinal's Nest
April 1st & 2nd

Seder Dinner In The Nest
We will offer Seder-friendly dishes, along with an optional student-led informational session in the 1847 Room about Seder traditions and cultural context.
The Cardinal's Nest
Tuesday, April 7th

Knives Out Competition - Finals
Knives Out: Finals features a $100 shopping spree with Head Chef Gery and a street food challenge. Watch finalists turn their ingredients into winning dishes and vote for the winner of the championship title!
The Cardinal's Nest
Wednesday, April 8th

Dining Advisory Board Bingo Night in The Nest
Head to the Nest for Dining Advisory Board Bingo Night! Answer Otterbein-themed questions and play for a chance to win coupons and prizes.
The Cardinal's Nest
Thursday, April 9th

Student Appreciation Week
Celebrate Student Appreciation Week, April 13–17! Enjoy themed days, giveaways, and special events all week long—details coming soon.
The Cardinal's Nest
April 13th - 18th

Late Night Breakfast with Chris Cakes Flipping Pancakes
Late Night Breakfast is coming to the Nest! Enjoy breakfast favorites and catch Chris Cakes flipping pancakes in this fun, high-energy event.
The Cardinal's Nest
Wednesday, April 29th
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