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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Picnic At The Rock
Join us at The Rock for a fun Picnic Style Dinner!
The Rock (Campus Center front patio)
August 16th 2026
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Ice Cream Social
Brighten your day with a sweet treat & community!
In front of the Courtright Memorial Library
August 20th, 2026
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National Cuban Sandwich Day
Try a Cuban at the Grill station in The Nest for lunch!
The Nest
August 24th 2026
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National Banana Split Day
Go Bananas on August 25th with a Build-Your-Own Banana Split Bar during Lunch Service!
The Nest
August 25th, 2026
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National Toasted Marshmallow Day
Let's get toasty for National Toasted Marshmallow Day with drink discounts & marshmallows featured in The Nest!
All Retail Locations & The Nest
August 31st, 2026