6 Ways to Supercharge Your University’s Spring Fest

March 4, 2025
Experiences by Interactive Entertainment Group
Experiences by Interactive Entertainment Group

Spring Fest is more than just an event—it’s a chance to turn campus into an interactive playground. Whether you’re looking to spark friendly competition, tap into nostalgia, or bring out everyone’s inner child, the right experiences can take your festival from fun to unforgettable. Here’s how to make it happen.

1. Let Students Dive Into the Action

Giant Human Claw Machine | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group
Giant Human Claw Machine | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group

Forget standing on the sidelines—give students a chance to become the attraction with the Giant Human Claw Machine. Suspended over a pit of prizes, players channel their inner claw to grab epic giveaways, making for an experience as entertaining to watch as it is to play.

2. Bring Back the Classics—With a Twist

Spinning Vortex Tunnel | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group
Spinning Vortex Tunnel | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group

Add a mind-bending twist to Spring Fest with the Spinning Vortex Tunnel. As students walk through what appears to be a simple bridge, the rotating tunnel around them creates a dizzying optical illusion that throws off their balance. It’s the perfect mix of fun and challenge—whether they make it across smoothly or stumble their way through, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

3. Make Every Bite an Experience

Automated Cotton Candy Art Machine | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group
Automated Cotton Candy Art Machine | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group

Festival snacks are a must, but the Automated Cotton Candy Art Machine turns them into an attraction. Watch as fluffy, colorful masterpieces are spun into custom shapes, making each treat as Instagrammable as it is delicious.

4. Go Big on Games (Literally)

Giant Guess Who | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group
Giant Guess Who | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group

Turn classic board games into oversized spectacles with Giant Guess Who. Students can challenge their friends in a life-sized version of the childhood favorite, flipping massive cards to uncover their opponent’s mystery character.

5. Turn the Party Up a Notch

Giant Beer Pong | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group
Giant Beer Pong | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group

What’s a festival without some high-energy party games? Giant Beer Pong ditches the Solo cups for oversized buckets and soccer balls, making for a hilarious, crowd-drawing experience. Whether players are in it for fun or fierce competition, this supersized take on a college classic guarantees engagement.

6. Surf Into Summer with Wipeout

Wipe Out | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group
Wipe Out | Experience by Interactive Entertainment Group

Bring the thrill of the ocean to campus with Wipeout, a two-player mechanical surfing simulator that tests balance, skill, and endurance. Opponents ride side by side on synchronized surfboards, trying to outlast each other as the waves (and difficulty) intensify. Whether students wipe out early or master the ride, the experience is guaranteed to make waves.

This year’s Spring Fest isn’t about just showing up—it’s about showing off. With larger-than-life experiences, high-energy competitions, and share-worthy moments, your event won’t just be talked about—it’ll be remembered.

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