Everything You Need to Know About Spring Fling 2025

By Paula Andrade '27

Posted on April 16, 2025

Hey Bearcats! Finals are almost here, and summer break is just around the corner. But before we start locking in, there’s one last chance to relax and celebrate the end of the semester—! I didn’t get to go last year as a first-year student, but now that I am a sophomore, I’m definitely not missing it. From fun rides and games to prizes, tasty food, student clubs, and a live concert to end the night, it’s one of Binghamton’s biggest events of the year. for May 3, and keep reading to find out all that Spring Fling has to offer.

Come ready for the rides!

Two students smiling as they are on a spinning carnival ride at Spring Fling.

There are tons of rides set up right on campus, and trust me—you’ll want to try them all! Make sure to wear comfy clothes and shoes so you can enjoy every ride without worry.

Enjoy Binghamton’s Tradition - Stepping on the Coat!

Black and white archived photo of a student jumping onto a coat, surrounded by cheering students

Stepping on the Coat has been Binghamton’s long-standing tradition that “became a beacon of hope that the winter would eventually end.” It began in April 1966 when student Larry Kressel, tired of the snow, took off his coat and stomped on it, which miraculously stopped the snow. When another storm came the following April, Kressel stomped on the coat again and the snow stopped. Now it is a yearly tradition that we celebrate at Spring Fling! So make sure you come ready to stomp on the coat.

Be prepared to compete

A student rides a mechanical bull in front of the University Union at Spring Fling.

If you are a competitive person (like me), you’re going to love the games. Go compete with your friends, win some prizes and maybe even earn bragging rights for the rest of the semester. Come ready to sweat a little and have a lot of fun!

Learn about Student Clubs

Members of the Black Student Union smile behind a table they have set up for Spring Fling.

Spring Fling is not just about rides and food— will be tabling too! It’s a great chance to check out all the fun and unique organizations Binghamton has to offer. So come ready to meet people and gather info. Who knows—you might find a new club to join next semester!

Prepare to eat a lot!

Three students are shown smiling and eating fried dough.

One of my favorite things about outdoor events is the food! Spring Fling brings out so many food trucks, with tons of options for everyone. So make sure to come hungry and ready to try new food!

Come ready to watch some performances!

Close up image of a student singing into a microphone and playing the guitar.

Get ready for live performances from talented Binghamton student groups. From bands to dance teams to a cappella, there’s always something cool to see. Bring your friends, cheer them on and enjoy the shows!

Take a break and come back to watch a Concert!

Poster of Spring Fling Concert. A Boogie Wit da Hoodie will be performing May 3 in Lot F1 at 7:30 p.m., featuring student opener Stuck In Place at 6:15

To close out the day in the best way possible, you must attend the Spring Fling concert! This year’s headliner is , and I know already that it’s going to be an amazing concert. The New York Times has called A Boogie “the most promising young rapper the city has produced in some time.” His catchy rap music is the reason why he has a wide audience, particularly among young adults and hip-hop fans.

Paula Andrade is a sophomore from Ecuador. She majors in business administration with concentrations in marketing and business analytics, and minors in global studies. After graduation, she hopes to pursue a marketing career in the nonprofit sector. In her free time, she enjoys reading history, dancing, traveling and watching movies.

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