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Twin Cities GradFest 2025
GradFest delivers "no hassle for a tassel" services and information so graduates can:
- Save big on their cap and gown purchase
- Join the University of Minnesota Alumni Association
- Purchase a diploma frame
- Prepare for commencement and life after graduation
- Purchase a U of M class ring
- Visit exhibits, save time, win prizes, and have fun!
Where Is It?
GradFest will be held at the U of M Bookstore inside Coffman Memorial Union. Attendance is free! No registration is required.
Who Will Be There?
Besides grabbing your graduation regalia at a discounted price, you'll get to meet with these vendors and take advantage of exclusive GradFest deals:
- Jostens College Jewelry - Save up to $150 on University of Minnesota official class rings, take advantage of free shipping on personalized graduation announcement products and Uploma, plus register to win a FREE U of M class ring!
- Blue 84 - This local MN vendor will offer exclusive deals for event attendees.
- Gopher Athletics - Get Alumni Gopher sports tickets and packages.
- U of M Alumni Association - Get 50% off your membership when you sign up to be member of the Alumni Association.
- One Stop Financial Wellness - Visit with One Stop for information and resources on making sound personal financial choices after graduation, student loan repayment, and other post-graduation resources.
- T-Rex Cookies - Enjoy free samples from this local business! Cookies will also be available for purchase during the event.
Event Exclusive Sales
- 20% off on caps, gowns, stoles, and diploma frames
- 20% off on select gifts
- 20% off on select Blue 84 apparel
- Take an additional $25 off of educational pricing on iPad Air and iPad Pro
- Up to $150 off on official University of Minnesota class rings with Jostens
You won't want to miss all the fun and savings! See you there, Gopher Grads!