What is Spring Fling?
Spring Fling is Yale's largest student-run event, a day-long music festival that takes place on Old Campus every Spring. Every year, the Spring Fling committee spends the entire year planning, choosing the lineup, and organizing the festival, so you better believe Spring Fling 2024 will be a good one.
What does the Spring Fling committee do?
The Spring Fling Committee is the student group that plans and throws Spring Fling! As a branch of YCC Events, the committee is in charge of deciding on the lineup and planning all of the logistics for the festival. We also throw a number of events throughout the year: Battle of the Bands, the lineup release party, Tiny Dorms, our new performance series of live studio recordings of student bands, and more.
How do I join Spring Fling?
Our application cycle for the 2023-2024 academic year is now CLOSED. We reopen our applications every fall, so check back at the start of next year for application instructions.
Who is playing this year?
Is Spring Fling free?
Yes! Spring Fling is free for members of the student body and their guests.
When is Spring Fling 2023?
Spring Fling 2024 will take place on Saturday, April 27th.
What time does Spring Fling start?
While the exact schedule of Spring Fling is still to be determined, performances and programming will likely last from around 4PM to 10PM. Check back for more details!
How do I get a ticket?
All Yale students and their guests will be able to pick up a free wristband at a designated location on campus. wristbanding will take place on April 26th, 27th, and 28th in the branford common room.
Can I bring a friend?
Yale students are allowed to bring one non-Yale guest to Spring Fling this year. GUESTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO PICK UP A WRISTBAND IN PERSON. all non-yale students will need to be registered.
When do I need to buy a ticket by?
Wristbands will be available in the days leading up to the festival. You will NOT be able to pick up a wristband the day of the event, with exceptions for students who will be unable to pick up during the designated times.
Where can I pick up my wristband?
Will there be food at Spring Fling?
Yes! We are currently working with Yale Hospitality and a number of New Haven vendors to provide all Spring Fling attendees with adequate food and water during the festival.
What is the security like at Spring Fling?
Security at Spring Fling is a combination of Yale Security, Yale Police, the New Haven Police Department, and a private organization called G-Force.
Is Spring Fling COVID-safe?
We have been working consistently with Yale Administration in order to envision a Spring Fling that is safe for all attendees. Spring Fling will be held entirely outside, and we will follow all school and local guidelines regarding outdoor gatherings.
