In Pictures: 2026 Tech Block Party

Students gather under tents at the 2026 Tech Block Party at Hornbake Plaza.College of Information table with event materials and giveaways.Students talk with one another during the event.A Technica representative speaks with a student.Students learn about Hack4Impact at an organization table.Computing Catalyst staff hold event check-in signs.Computer science senior Annie Nguyen poses for a photo.Information science senior Keyonne James poses for a photo.A Microsoft representative speaks with students.An EY representative talks with a student.An Uber representative speaks with a student.1. Students gather around organization tables at Hornbake Plaza.

Computing Catalyst’s annual event brought students together with campus organizations, UMD programs and industry representatives at Hornbake Plaza.

About 400 students gathered at Hornbake Plaza on Sept. 25 for Computing Catalyst’s annual Tech Block Party, where they connected with student organizations, UMD programs and technology companies. 

The images capture scenes from the event and the connections students made throughout the afternoon.

About the Computing Catalyst

The Computing Catalyst is a supportive, vibrant and inclusive community of students, educators and researchers coming together to increase the involvement and success of all students interested in computing.