University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

CU Anschutz Medical Campus 2025 Block Party

September 10, 2025

11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Bonfils Circle

The CU Anschutz Medical Campus Block Party returns for its 11th year on Wednesday, September 10th. Bringing together students, staff, clinicians, administrators and researchers from across the campus, this part-festival, part-information fair is a fun-filled opportunity to learn about all the amazing things happening here and within the Aurora community.

Enjoy musical performances by local artists, purchase lunch from food trucks, enjoy games and activities, and get free stuff from more than 140 booths representing on-campus departments and community nonprofits and businesses.

See below to sign up to volunteer or learn how to become a sponsor of the event.

The first application deadline is Monday, August 18th.
Priority will be given to applications received by this date. Your booth will be listed on the event directory. Location preferences and requests for power will be honored to the best of our ability.

The second application deadline is Wednesday, August 27th.
Applications received by this date will still be accepted, but location requests and power cannot be guaranteed and the booth name will not appear on the event directory.

Exhibitor engaging event attendee at booth with models of brains on table

Attendees in scrubs sitting at picnic table.

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The Jacob Larson Band is a 7 piece funk and soul ensemble combining powerhouse vocals, classic instrumentation and an old-school approach to music. Digging inspiration from the roots of soul religion, the band shares their own take on notable influences such as Tower of Power, Stevie Wonder, and Earth, Wind, and Fire.

Food Truck Favorites (Subject to Change):

Kona Ice of Hampden

Mukja

OG Burger

Picaera

Pierogies Factory

R&B Tacos & Grill

Tum Yumz Food Truck

We Chef Kitchen

The directory with all participating exhibitors and their booth locations will be posted here prior to the event.

Important Information for Exhibitors

As always, we encourage booths/tables to be interactive and fun. Remember, this is a PARTY, not an information fair!

The first application deadline is Monday, August 18th.
Priority will be given to applications received by this date. Your booth will be listed on the event directory. Location preferences and requests for power will be honored to the best of our ability.
The second application deadline is Wednesday, August 27th.
Applications received by this date will still be accepted, but location requests and power cannot be guaranteed and the booth name will not appear on the event directory. After this date, tables may be provided - if available - but tents can no longer be requested.

"Booth" Details:

A standard exhibitor space is 10'x10' and includes (1) 8' table and (2) chairs.
There is no fee for campus units to participate in the Block Party. The cost for neighboring organizations and businesses outside of the CU Anschutz Medical Campus is $50.
Requests for spaces greater than 10'x10' or more tables and chairs will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Electricity can be provided at booths for $50 (power is limited to specific areas of the event).
Tents are not required but are highly recommended. ALL TENTS MUST BE PROPERLY SECURED. You may provide your own tent and the weights to secure it or you can have us secure your tent for you at no cost. If you don't have a tent and would like one provided for you for $170 (includes weights and set-up/strike), please select Tent Rental during your registration.
A black tablecloth can be requested at no charge if you don't have a branded one for your table.

Note: Companies and organizations whose products or services compete with products and services offered by the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus are not allowed. In addition, products or services that are contrary to the research, education, and service mission of the University are not allowed (e.g. liquor, marijuana, gambling).The University may deny participation to any company or organization.

"Neighboring Aurora Community" is defined as a business or organization with a registered address within a roughly 2-mile radius of campus or one that has an existing relationship with a campus entity.

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