Spring Fair is that one weekend when campus explodes in colors, music and happiness.
Students and members of the community alike flock to the Gilman and Freshman quads to check out unique crafts and taste delicious (albeit unhealthy) food.
This year’s forty-second annual Spring Fair has a Greek theme. Check out the laurel leaves on their website at jhuspringfair.com.
The festivities officially begin Thursday night at 8 p.m. with the Kick-Off Party in Levering Courtyard. The event will feature food, beer, music and above all, fireworks at 9 p.m. Also check out fire dancing by the JHU Entertainers’ Club.
Still haven’t gotten your Spring Fair swag? You can pick some up at the Kick-Off Party.
The vendors arrive on Friday. Gilman quad fills up with people selling arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing and trinkets.
The freshman quad turns into an outdoor food court. You can find treats like crepes, funnel cakes, fried oreos, smoothies, Thai food and crab cakes. It’s the perfect remedy for freshmen tired of the FFC and upperclassmen bored of their own cooking and take-out.
Although most of you probably don’t have kids, it’s nice to see the families having fun in the children’s section. There are a variety of games, activities, and performers directed at the young at heart.
It might be worthwhile to check out the reptile show or the ZooMobile from the Maryland Zoo. You might even want to get your face painted.
For more grown-up entertainment, you can head to the Grouplove concert at 7 p.m. on Friday night. This indie band is rumored to put on a good live show, so don’t miss your chance to see them right here on campus.
If you don’t have your tickets yet, you can buy them at a kiosk set up in Levering.
The beer garden is another must-see attraction. If you’re over 21, this gathering on the President’s lawn is the place to be. It’s the chance to socialize and enjoy cheap drinks. You have a choice from among many $2 to $3 beers and ciders.
The beer garden runs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The garden opens on Friday at 2 p.m. for seniors who will enjoy free giveaways, including color-changing Spring Fair mugs.
Fair go-ers can also listen to a variety of live music performances. Check out low-key outdoor concerts in the Beer Garden and on the Beach. Genres range from acoustic rock to ska.
Spring Fair is the perfect opportunity to forget about your looming finals and enjoy the warm weather.
Remember, this weekend is about fun.
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