Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Jam™ will be held in and around Coffman Memorial Union, 300 Washington Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455, on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus

Yes, subject to safety guidelines. Make sure to follow @UMNSUA on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the most up-to-date information.

First aid, an information booth, and lost and found are located on the Riverbend Plaza.

Yes all activities are free. Food and beverage from the food trucks and beverages in the Beer Garden will require purchase. There will be free food and beverage options available.

Items not permitted inside festival grounds: aerosol cans, alcohol, animals (except service animals), backpacks, bags larger than 4.5” x 6.5”, balls (beach balls, footballs, baseballs, etc.), beverages or liquids, cameras, coolers, drones, fireworks, food, illegal drugs, laser pointers, markers and/or paint, noise making devices, objects that can be used as projectiles (sticks, bats, clubs, poles, frisbees, etc.), balloons, sticks or flag poles, lighters, tobacco and vape products, tripods, umbrellas, video cameras, weapons, pepper spray.

All prohibited items must be disposed of before entering the festival grounds. You won't be able to check items at the gate and all unattended items will be disposed of.

Bags smaller than 4.5”x6.5” (with or without a strap/handle) are allowed but are subject to search by security at the entrance. Backpacks, luggage, grocery bags, duffel bags, large bags, large purses or large camera cases will not be permitted.

Cell phone cameras are allowed.

Video cameras, tripods, GoPros, cameras and drones will not be permitted.

We will be card swiping at various locations to get attendance information, to enter for prize drawings, and to collect information from prize recipients. If students do not have their U Card, we can look them up in GopherLink.

Yes, general public attendees are welcome.

Attendance implies consent to be photographed or videotaped. Media inquiries and press pass requests must be sent to [email protected] prior to April 1st.

We will not be enforcing age restrictions.

Individuals 21+ with a valid government-issued photo ID.

Yes, non-alcoholic Coke beverages will be available. Attendees may also bring a clear, empty water bottle to fill at water stations

All alcohol must be consumed within the designated Beer Garden area. Purchases are limited to three drinks per person.

All U-Cards found on site will be handed in to the U Card office following the event. Please check with the U Card office before purchasing a new one. All non UCard lost and found items will be given to the Welcome Desk.