Celebrate the end of spring 2025 with one of SUNY Oswego’s biggest traditions, OzFest, throughout the day of Friday, May 9.

Conciding with the last day of classes, OzFest will feature a variety of afternoon activities, campus-wide picnic, musical performance and late-night breakfast.

OzFest daytime activities

Noon to 4 p.m. | Lot E (next to the Dr. Mary Walker Health Center)

Enjoy an afternoon filled with carnival rides, inflatables, food trucks, vendors, games, and more. Whether you’re looking to unwind or gear up for the evening events, this is a popular way to kick off your OzFest.

OzFest picnic

4 to 6 p.m. | Lot E-31 (next to the arena) 

Take a break and refuel with delicious eats at the annual OzFest Picnic hosted by Auxiliary Services. Enjoy a variety of picnic-style foods before the concert begins.

OzFest concert

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. | Deborah F. Stanley Arena and Convocation Hall

The Student Association Programming Board presents a live concert featuring Mariah the Scientist, with opening performances by SUNY Oswego’s Digital Music Association student organization and additional entertainment to be announced soon – watch SUNY Oswego’s official social media channels for more. 

Tickets are required for entry and are available now at the campus box office.

OzFest Late Night Breakfast

8:30 to 11 p.m. | Cooper Dining Hall

Wrap up OzFest with a student-favorite tradition: Late Night Breakfast. Come hungry and enjoy a variety of breakfast classics served hot and fresh to keep the celebration going.

Parking lot closures: Plan ahead

To accommodate OzFest events, the following parking lots will be closed:

• Lot E-31 (next to Dr. Mary Walker Health Center) will close on Monday, May 5 at 5 p.m. to accommodate tent load-in and set up for events running through May 17 Commencement. Please note that handicapped-accessible parking spaces in these lots will remain open and available.

• Lot E-1* (west of Marano Campus Center) will close on Tuesday, May 6 at 5 p.m. to accommodate carnival rides and other OzFest activities

*In the event of rain, activities will be moved to Lot E-10, which will close on Tuesday, May 6. at 5 p.m.

Please make sure your vehicle is moved prior to these times to avoid disruption.

OzFest 2025 represents an opportunity to celebrate the spirit of SUNY Oswego and the end of a great semester with your campus community.

–- Submitted by Student Engagement and Leadership