Spring Carnival

Carnegie Mellon's Spring Carnival is three days of amusement park rides, adventures in booths, unhealthy snacks, buggy races, and more!

Join us April 15-17, 2027 as we celebrate over 100 years of fun, laughter, booth, buggy, and all things Tartan!

Carnegie Mellon's oldest tradition is a favorite of students, alumni, faculty, and staff!

Each year, Carnival is planned and executed by our own Spring Carnival Committee. We love what we do. Alumni Association provides us with access to our amazing alumni network and helps with scheduling, and the Activities Board puts on our big events, such as the concert and comedian. Buggy is held by Sweepstakes Committee. Carnival is the best time of the year for us. Come see what we’re talking about!

Carnival Theme 2027: Board Games

Roll the dice and claim your spot on the board at this year’s CMU Spring Carnival, where Board Games meet campus spirit! Join us for a playful celebration filled with friendly competition, from carnival games to board game–themed booths. Immerse yourself in classics old and new, whether you prefer strategy or luck, trading or racing to the finish, building empires or solving mysteries. Any board game or game component goes, from tiles and tokens to spinners and game pieces. Come celebrate spring with us and make your move at Spring Carnival 2027!

Carnegie Mellon’s Spring Carnival is funded in part by your student activities fee!