Why I Vote

Why I Vote is an interactive Post-it mural inviting participants to share what civic participation means to them. Presented by Clarice Presents and TerpsVote, the University of Maryland’s nonpartisan civic-engagement initiative, the event encourages community members to reflect on and express their reasons for participating in civic life.

The installation is part of NextNOW Fest, The Clarice’s annual, multi-day arts festival featuring performances and participatory experiences by artists from the University of Maryland and across the country. NextNOW Fest is open to students, campus visitors, and the general public.

When: Thursday, September 10, 2026, and Friday, September 11, 2026

Showtimes: 6:00 PM on both dates

Tickets: Free

Admission: General admission

Venue: Upper Pavilion, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

Presented by: Clarice Presents and TerpsVote

Livestream: No

Registration: The event page provides a “Register for NextNOW Fest” option.

Accessibility: The Clarice offers wheelchair-accessible seating, size-inclusive seating, large-print programs, assisted-listening devices, adult and child-friendly sensory packs, and quiet spaces upon request. ASL interpretation, audio description, and captioning are available for select events or by patron request at least six weeks in advance.