Explore more, experience more: UST Onboarding Fair 2026 to welcome thousands of new Thomasians

Step into a vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and Thomasian life at the UST Onboarding Fair 2026.

The fair will be held on 7 August 2026 (Friday), from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., and 10 August 2026 (Sunday), from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the UST Practice Gymnasium. Organized by Tiger Media Network and Tiger Radio under the University's annual orientation activities for incoming students, the event offers freshmen their first immersive Thomasian experience.

This year's edition features five interactive zones:

• Flavor Gallery – a curated selection of food and beverage brands.

• Artisan Avenue – showcasing Thomasian entrepreneurs and local businesses.

• Headliner Hub – featuring exciting activations from partner brands.

• Advocacy Alley – highlighting organizations promoting wellness, sustainability, and social impact.

• Interactive Installation – offering games, live performances, and engaging activities throughout the fair.

Whether you're discovering your next favorite food spot, exploring campus opportunities, or meeting fellow Thomasians, the Onboarding Fair promises a colorful and unforgettable start to university life.

Visitors can enjoy delicious food, exciting activities, exclusive merchandise, and fantastic prizes while exploring booths from this year's event partners.

Major Platinum Sponsors

• 24 Chicken

• Huawei

• Belo

• Lee

Gold Sponsors

• Pony

• Sperry

• Keds

Silver Sponsors

• Aquaflask

• GRWM (Get Ready With Me)

Bronze Sponsors

• Alberto

• Enchanté

• Dairy Queen

• Office Warehouse

• Fashion 21

Minor Sponsors

• Zandhat's Express

• Champ Takoyaki

• Hawk

• Nueve Café

• Sofyarn

• Blingify

• Gusta Gelato

Featured student and partner booths

• College of Fine Arts and Design (CFAD) Student Council

• Chick'n Mojos

• Chick'n Cheeza

• Lasa Marina

• Trinketly

• Summer Somewhere

Under the supervision of the Communications Bureau, Tiger Media Network continues to produce some of the University's biggest and most memorable campus events, including the UAAP Kick-Off 2025, Paskuhan Pop-Up Village 2025, the Thomasian Welcome Walk, and the annual Paskuhan Concert.

Building on the success of these events, the UST Onboarding Fair 2026 aims to deliver another dynamic and engaging experience, bringing together students, brands, organizations, and the Thomasian community in one celebration of creativity, connection, and school spirit.

For inquiries, follow:

UST Tiger TV

• X & Instagram: @ustigertv

• Facebook & TikTok: UST Tiger TV

UST Tiger Radio

• X: @tigeradioUST

• Instagram: @ustigeradio

• Facebook & TikTok: UST Tiger Radio

Your Thomasian journey starts here. Welcome to UST, and see you at the Onboarding Fair! 🐯🎉