SpringFest
April 16-18, 2026
The tradition of All Campus Day dates back to the late 1950's. The tradition is an inseparable mix of both "the day" and the events that go with that day. The earliest cited mention is in the 1958-1959 'A' Book. Listed as a day "...that classes are dismissed and the whole campus gets out..." for a variety of activities - recreational, social and service oriented. While the name has changed - All Campus Day has become Meltdown and now SpringFest weekend; overriding the theme of the weekend has not changed at all. It is a day that our students use for rest and relaxation in a variety of ways. Like many traditions, SpringFest has been woven into the fabric of UAF culture.
Fast Fact: The ever popular Mud Volleyball started as Mud Hockey in the late 1950's.
Fast Fact: Faculty asked for the all campus day to make sure students had the proper rest in order to get the best grade possible during finals.
| 11 a.m.—3 p.m. Alaska time |
Tradition: Springfest Campus Cleanup
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| 12—7 p.m. Alaska time |
SpringFest 2026
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Location: Troth Yeddha' Campus Join Nanook Traditions for three days of fun as a last hurrah before the semester is out. Happening April 16–18. |
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| 12—3 p.m. Alaska time |
SpringFest Picnic
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Location: Outside of the Wood Center Eat, dance, play, and enjoy the student showcase to kick-off the weekend festivities at the SpringFest Picnic! |
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| 12—3 p.m. Alaska time |
SpringFest Craft Corner
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Location: Arctic Java Get into the spirit of springtime creativity through the SpringFest Craft Corner featuring crafts like flower crown making, friendship bracelet making, flower pot painting, and sunglass bedazzling. Want to soak in the sunshine and watch the student showcase? No problem! Bring your craft outside at the SpringFest BBQ. |
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| 12—12:30 p.m. Alaska time |
Watermelon Drop
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Location: Gruening Building Kick-off SpringFest with the ceremonial watermelon drop off of the Gruening Building! |
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| 6—8 p.m. Alaska time |
Trivia Showdown
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Location: Wood Center Ballroom Watch the top four teams of trivia compete in a battle of the wits! Cheer for your favorite team in the audience while helping the teams compete in mini games and play as a collective audience team. |
| 12—7 p.m. Alaska time |
SpringFest 2026
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Location: Troth Yeddha' Campus Join Nanook Traditions for three days of fun as a last hurrah before the semester is out. Happening April 16–18. |
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| 12—2 p.m. Alaska time |
Spring Fest Student Showcase
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Location: Wood Center Step into the spotlight at the 2026 Student Showcase! Whether you sing, dance, crack jokes, break boards, juggle flaming torches (safely!), or have a completely unique skill, this is your moment to shine. Bring your creativity, bring your courage, and show the campus what you’ve got. Sign up now and let the stage be yours! |
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| 2—4 p.m. Alaska time |
Traditions: Springfest Bike Jousting
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| 5—9 p.m. Alaska time |
SpringFest Games
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Location: Wood Center Test |
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| 7—9 p.m. Alaska time |
SpringFest Dance
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Location: TBD Spend the last dance of the semester in style and swag at the Dance! |
| 12—7 p.m. Alaska time |
SpringFest 2026
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Location: Troth Yeddha' Campus Join Nanook Traditions for three days of fun as a last hurrah before the semester is out. Happening April 16–18. |
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| 7—10 p.m. Alaska time |
SpringFest Concert
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Location: TBD Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music featuring SunDog! Grab your friends and join us for a night of great music, good vibes, and community. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering SunDog for the first time, you won’t want to miss this show. |