SpartyFest

SPARTYFEST 2026 @ Hopsmith
Chicago Spartans Annual Summer Party

Think of SpartyFest as the Chicago Spartans’ version of Oktoberfest — our annual celebration to kick off the fall, the school year, and another season of Spartan football.

SpartyFest is a cocktail-style, social party built for reconnecting with fellow alumni, meeting new Spartans in Chicago, and setting the tone for everything fun that comes with the fall season. Whether you’re a longtime Chicago Spartan or new to the city, this is the night to plug in, catch up, and celebrate the start of another great year.

📍 Hopsmith Chicago (Top Floor)
📅 Friday, August 21, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

🟢 Party Ticket – Food + 2-Hour Open Bar ($85)
Light apps throughout the night plus a 2-hour beer & wine open bar. Cash bar available after the open-bar window.

🟢 Social Ticket – Food Only (Cash Bar) ($45)
Light apps included. Cash bar available throughout the event.

• A packed room of MSU alumni & friends
• A lively, social party atmosphere
• Light bites flowing all night
• Music, special surprises, and Spartan pride
• The perfect kickoff to football season and fall events

• Michigan State alumni in Chicago
• Friends of Spartans
• New grads looking to plug into the Spartan network
• Anyone who wants a fun, social night out with great people

🎟️ Tickets are limited, and Party Tickets may sell out.
Grab yours early and come kick off the fall with the Chicago Spartans.

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Host or Publisher MSU Alumni Foundation of Metro Chicago