Kick things off a bit earlier – 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Experience the glittering vistas of Denver’s skyline from the Terra Rooftop with President Parsons in a smaller, more intimate setting. Enjoy acoustic music by Maxwell Hughes (formerly of Colorado bands the Lumineers and Edison) and a wine tour of the Colorado Wine regions, provided by CSU’s Extension viticulture specialist. Expect some special VIP surprises and guests!

Featuring hosted Ram-themed and produced appetizers and cocktails.
Following the VIP pre-reception, you will join the Big Summer Party.

Tickets for the pre-reception are $100, and space is extremely limited.

Kick it up a notch, starting at 6:30 p.m. in the Hydro Lobby and Backyard.

This party has it all!

Big Brains: It wouldn’t be a CSU event if we couldn’t brag about the Rams! Explore these exciting hands-on experiences:

• Rev the engine of a Rams Racing Formula One car, built by engineering and business students.
• Engage with horses from the Temple Grandin Equine Center.
• See how our design and merchandising students are shaping the next generation of fashion.
• Maneuver a drone from the CSU Drone Center.
• Energize with our Powerhouse Hydrogen Crank and learn about how CSU’s Alternative Energy Trailer is connecting with schools across the state.
• CSU’s newest celebrity, Wiz Kid, will be onsite visiting activations and giving a few of her own presentations. Connect and see why the Denver Post said Wiz Kid has Bill-Nye-meets-Taylor-Swift energy.

You’ll have the opportunity to visit with students, get a selfie with CAM the Ram, network with other Rams, and learn how CSU is defining what it means to be a modern land-grant institution.

Big Fun: Live entertainment featuring Fort Collins favorites – music by The Patti Fiasco, live action art, and dance students from the College of Liberal Arts.

Big Appetites: Enjoy hosted beer and wine, appetizer stations, and local Denver-favorite food trucks Adobo, Lady in the Wild, and Bohemian Biergarten.

Round out your night with two After Parties, starting at 8:30 p.m. and presented by Canvas Credit Union.

After party options are included with your main ticket. (Thanks, Canvas Credit Union!)

Mad Science After Party

Just as the night goes dark, we bring out the light … Hosted in The Shop, enjoy dancing to the DJ and explore fun activities supported by the Little Shop of Physics.

Athletics Backyard After Dark

Sit back and relax, enjoying the music of Maxwell Hughes with fireside chats and favorite backyard games with all CSU Athletics coaches.