Copper Mountain College celebrates its 25th year as the hi-desert’s independent community college
The Little College That Could – CMC Celebrates 25th Anniversary
CMC 25th Anniversary Events
June 14, 2025: Shining Through: Reflections of Success
A Copper Mountain College Spring Fundraiser
September 27, 2025: Sabor y Sonido
Featuring Nacho Bustillos live in concert under the stars!
Fall Alumni Weekend: October 10-12, 2025
We’re excited to invite you to first-ever Inter-Club Council Color Run on Saturday, October 11! This family-friendly event is a fun way to support our student clubs while enjoying an afternoon of activity, color, and community.
Event Details
- Check-In: 3 PM (behind the Greenleaf Library)
- Run/Walk Start: 4 PM
- Post-Race Club Fest: 4:30–5:30 PM in the Amphitheatre
Participants can register early to guarantee their shirt and bib or sign up the day of. Click here to register or scan the QR code on the attached flyer to register online. You can also bring cash the day of the event. The event is open to the public!
This will be a vibrant afternoon filled with fun, merchandise, and a celebration of our student organizations. We hope you’ll join us and bring your families to share in the fun.
Saturday evening: Howlin’ at the Mountain III
Featuring the return of Ed Kabotie & Tha ‘Yoties!
Howlin’ at the Mountain 3, featuring Hunter & the Wick’d and Ed Kabotie & Tha ‘Yoties, live under the desert stars at CMC’s campus in Joshua Tree on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Food and bar, night market, coyote howling contest, and much more.
Lodging for Tha ‘Yoties provided by Joshua Tree Retreat Center.
Listen to the creative duo behind Hunter and the Wick’d who will be opening at Howlin’ at the Mountain 3 on CMC’s Area 62 podcast!
Howlin’ at the Mountain 3 is seeking food vendors!
Howlin’ at the Mountain Night Market Vendors Wanted
Also at Howlin’ at the Mountain 3…
Bring your best pumpkin! Prizes! Silent auction of pumpkins to raise funds for the Classified Senate Scholarship Fund at CMC!
October 25, 2025: Trunk or Treat
November 14 – 15, 2025: Chris Laubenstein Basketball Tournament
November 23, 2025: 16th Annual Festival Of Wreaths – Silver Edition
June 13, 2026: Copper Mountain College Foundation Annual Dinner
New events are being added regularly. Please note: CMC events may be photographed, videotaped, or audio recorded. By attending these events, you give your permission to be photographed or recorded on audio or video by CMC or its representatives for any purpose, without compensation.
