Ascension of Jesus (Orthodox)
The celebration of Jesus' ascension into heaven and enthronement as universal sovereign. It comes 40 days after Easter. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Campus: Off-campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Thursday, May 21, 2026.
Shavuot
Multifaith Observances
(Judaism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Or "Feast of Weeks," Shavuot marks the conclusion of the seven weeks following Pesach (Passover). It is a celebration of the harvest of first fruits and commemorates the giving of the Torah and Commandments at Mount Sinai. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Thursday, May 21, 2026 – Saturday, May 23, 2026.
Declaration of the Bab
Multifaith Observances
(Baha'i) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Commemorates the day in 1844 on which he announced his identity as the "Bab" ("Gate"), the herald of the new age.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Saturday, May 23, 2026 – Sunday, May 24, 2026.
Pentecost
The commemoration of the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples of Jesus following his ascension, Pentecost is considered the "birthday" of the Christian church (Acts 2:1-11). It comes 50 days after Easter (Pascha, Orthodox Easter). Roman Catholic and Protestant Christians often observe Pentecost on a different date from Orthodox Christians, but in 2025, the date is the same. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Sunday, May 24, 2026.
Memorial Day
University Holidays
The university observes a holiday on this day.
Event Type: University Holiday.
Monday, May 25, 2026.
Eid-al-Adha ('Id Al Adha)
Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Approximate date (moon dependent). Also called "Festival of Sacrifice," one of the two main Islamic festivals (the other is Eid al-Fitr), this festival falls on the 10th day of the lunar month of Zul-Hijja and is the concluding act of pilgrimage to Mecca. In commemoration of Abraham’s faith, sheep, goats and camels are offered to God, and the meat is distributed to the poor and needy. Eid al-Adha is observed whether or not one is on pilgrimage. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 – Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
38th University-Wide Teaching Conference
The 38th University-Wide Teaching Conference will take place on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, on the Grafton campus or online, and will explore Meaning, Purpose, and Relevance in Teaching. The day will include a keynote by Sarah Rose Cavanagh, whose research-informed work explores emotion, motivation, and meaning in teaching and learning.
Campus: Grafton campus. Location Details: TBD. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Event Type: Conference/Panel Event/Symposium. Event Subject: Education. Speaker Name: Sarah Rose Cavanagh. RSVP Information: https://provost.tufts.edu/celt/events/38th-university-wide-teaching-conference/. Event Contact Name: CELT. Event Contact Email: celt@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
For more info visit provost.tufts.edu. Ascension of Baha'u'llah
Multifaith Observances
(Baha'i) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Marks the anniversary of the death of the founder of the Baha'i faith. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Thursday, May 28, 2026 – Friday, May 29, 2026.
Pentecost (Orthodox)
The commemoration of the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples of Jesus following his ascension, Pentecost is considered the "birthday" of the Christian church (Acts 2:1-11). It comes 50 days after Easter (Pascha, Orthodox Easter). Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Boston Student and Occupational Health Clinic Open House
Please join us in celebrating the opening of the Boston Student and Occupational Health Clinic, a new space dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of faculty, staff, and students.
Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
Time: 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Location: Biomedical Research and Public Health Building, 136 Harrison Ave. Room 142
This special event will include a ribbon cutting ceremony, light refreshments, and an opportunity to tour the new facility.
More details to follow.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Campus: Boston Health Sciences campus. Location Details: Lobby area of the Biomedical Research and Public Health Building. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Staff. Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Subject: Health/Wellness. RSVP Information: https://tufts.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4U5qgxKVjujsZfM. Event Contact Name: Carol Wallace. Event Contact Email: carol.wallace@tufts.edu.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit provost.tufts.edu. Connecting Sectors, Connecting People: Tufts Public Health for Critical Impact
Public health is at a crossroads. Amid growing criticism from governments and the public, the field must adapt by reimagining policy, pedagogy, and research for a rapidly changing world. Tufts is a civic-minded and mission driven institution with depth of public health expertise across all its schools. We are responding by leaning into this challenge and activating our students, faculty, and alumni to collaborate with partners at home and abroad to deliver knowledge, insight, and solutions to real-world global challenges.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Conference/Panel Event/Symposium. Event Subject: Education. Health/Wellness. Sustainability/Climate. Research. Science. Engineering/Technology. Speaker Name: Gina McCarthy. RSVP Information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connecting-sectors-connecting-people-tufts-public-health-tickets-1987941099342?aff=oddtdtcreator. Event Contact Email: Jillian.Scales@tufts.edu.
Friday, June 12, 2026.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. First of Muharram (Ra's al-Sanat Al Hijrivah)
Begins at sundown on the first day listed. The first day of the first month of the Islamic year. This day commemorates the Hijra ("migration") of Muhammad and his followers from Mecca to Medina in 622 C.E. where the first Islamic community was established.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
Tufts Juneteenth Celebration
Join us for the Tufts community celebration of Juneteenth!
Online Location Details: Zoom link will be sent to RSVPs. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 51 Winthrop St. Medford, MA 02155. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Event Type: Community Engagement. Event Subject: Community Celebration. Social Justice/Human Rights. Speaker Name: To be announced. RSVP Information: To come. Event Contact Email: diversity@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji
The fifth Guru (1563-1606), Arjan built the Golden Temple of Amritsar to emphasize that the Sikh way was open to all, regardless of caste; the temple was constructed with doors facing all four directions. The first Sikh martyr, Arjan is also remembered for his contributions to and compilation of the Sikh Scriptures.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Thursday, June 18, 2026.
Juneteenth
University Holidays
The university observes a holiday on this day.
Event Type: University Holiday.
Friday, June 19, 2026.
Litha/Midsummer
Multifaith Observances
(Wicca/Paganism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Summer Solstice, celebrating the longest day and the blessings of light as well as the beginning of the sun god's death.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Sunday, June 21, 2026.
Ashurah ('Ashurah)
Multifaith Observances
(Islam) First day may be dependent on the sighting of the moon. For Sunni Muslims, it is a voluntary fast day. Many important events are believed to have occurred on this day, such as Noah's leaving the Ark and the freedom and departure of the Children of Israel from Egypt. For Shi'i Muslims, it is a time of mourning commemorating the martyrdom of Husain (the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad) on the 10th day of the lunar month of Muharram. Observance(s) during this time may include fasting.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Thursday, June 25, 2026 – Friday, June 26, 2026.
Martyrdom of the Prophet Joseph Smith and his Brother Hyrum
Multifaith Observances
(Church of Latter Day Saints) The Prophet Joseph Smith and his brother Hyrum were assassinated in 1844 while incarcerated in Carthage, Illinois.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Saturday, June 27, 2026.
Ghambar Maidyoshem
Multifaith Observances
(Zoroastrianism) Celebrates the creation of water, the sowing of the summer crop, and the harvesting of grain.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Monday, June 29, 2026 – Friday, July 3, 2026.
Independence Day
University Holidays
The university observes a holiday on this day.
Event Type: University Holiday.
Friday, July 3, 2026.
Cochrane Systematic Review Standard Author Training
We are excited to announce that we will be offering our Cochrane Systematic Review Standard Author Training course in Talloires, France, this July!
This course is a one-of-a-kind experience to learn how to conduct systematic reviews, connect with an international network of researchers and clinicians, and spend a week in the French Alps at Tufts European Center. The four-day program, July 6–9, will consist of 6–8 hours a day of lectures, integrated learning, and group activities culminating in a presentation that can be submitted to Cochrane as a full review proposal.
Learning outcomes:
Over the program, participants will learn: Overview of The Cochrane Collaboration , Defining the PICO and review question , Systematic literature search and study selection , Critical appraisal and risk of bias , Data extraction, analysis, and interpretation , GRADE evidence and findings review , RevMan Software, Covidence, Rayyan and the use of AI in systematic reviews , Understand the application of these methods to…
Campus: Off-campus. Location Details: Tufts European Center in Talloires, France. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Faculty. Interns and Residents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Research. RSVP Information: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21525_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=3223. Event Contact Name: Shayesteh Jahanfar. Event Contact Email: Shayesteh.Jahanfar@tufts.edu.
Monday, July 6, 2026 – Thursday, July 9, 2026.
For more info visit secure.touchnet.net. Martyrdom of the Bab
Multifaith Observances
(Baha'i) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Anniversary of the martyrdom of the Bab, the forerunner of Baha'u'llah, in 1850. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 – Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Pioneer Day
Multifaith Observances
(Church of Latter Day Saints) Mormon observance of the arrival of Brigham Young at the site of Salt Lake City, Utah, in 1847.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Friday, July 24, 2026.
Dharma Day
Multifaith Observances
(Buddhism) Commemorates the Buddha's first teaching following his enlightenment. The date and name of this Buddhist celebration varies significantly among cultures and communities.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Lammas/Lughnasa
Multifaith Observances
(Wicca/Paganism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. The first harvest festival, celebrating the sacrifices of the Earth and the sun for the harvest and the diminishing strength of summer.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Friday, July 31, 2026 – Saturday, August 1, 2026.