Light Up the Night to feature carnival, concert and talk by George Stroumboulopoulos

To celebrate the end of the academic year, the McMaster Alumni Association, the Student Success Centre and the McMaster Students Union have partnered once again to create a truly memorable experience. Thousands of bulbs will Light Up the Night at McMaster on April 8 commencing at 6 p.m. and culminating with a fireworks show scheduled for 10 p.m.

The second annual year-end block party will feature a Last Lecture by George Stroumboulopoulos, carnivalesque rides, games, food, and musical guests Yukon Blonde and DareNots.

Host of Hockey Night in Canada and Gemini-Award winning broadcasting personality, George Stroumboulopoulos will take the stage at 6 p.m. in Burridge Gym for the Last Lecture to talk about his own multi-faceted career while also addressing the celebratory theme of the night as McMaster students look toward the future with excitement and anticipation.

Outside, attendees can stroll the street under thousands of lights, ride the Gravitron, have fun with friends in the Tilt-a-Whril, and take in the view from the Ferris Wheel all while enjoying traditional festival food and playing midway games. In addition, Light Up the Night will boast a main stage, a side stage and a DJ booth.

Special musicals guests Yukon Blonde and DareNots will perform on the main stage, beginning at 8:45 p.m. and playing until the nights end.

Check out the full line-up of events and map of the grounds.

In addition, Light Up the Night will feature a wide array of programming happening alongside the block party, including a Games Night in MUSC beginning at 6:30 p.m. and a Coffeehouse/Open Mic affair in Bridges Café beginning at 8 p.m.

Light Up the Night is a completely free event, all are welcome, and parking (in lot M and lot I) will be free beginning at 6 p.m. For all event details, registration for Last Lecture, a complete list of rides, and a full map of the block party, visit www.macblockparty.ca.

Please note, a valid McMaster University student card will be required to receive complimentary food and gain entrance to the rides at Light up the Night.