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Events & Activities FAQs Visiting Campus

Visiting Campus

There's plenty to do and see at Maryland Day! Make plans for parking, dining and other accommodations in College Park.
A view of the tents set up on McKeldin Mall for Maryland Day.

Navigating

Use the interactive map to help navigate campus with the latest construction routes and detours in mind. Find your way to your favorite Maryland Day activities and campus attractions, from the bronze Testudo statues to your favorite dining hall.

Interactive Event Map
Letters at the main entrance of campus spell out MARYLAND DAY

Parking

Parking on campus is free at Maryland Day. Recommended parking locations: Xfinity Center, Terrapin Trail Garage, Stadium Drive Garage, Mowatt Lane Garage and the surface lot at 7878 Diamondback Drive.

Visitor Parking Map
A staff member dishes up a scoop of ice cream from the Maryland Dairy.

Dining

Food and beverages will be available for purchase from on-campus dining halls and the food courts in the Stamp Student Union and on McKeldin Mall. 

Dining on Campus
A hot air balloon with the Maryland State flag is grounded with The Hotel at the University of Maryland standing proudly in the background.

Hotels

Check out where you can check in near campus so you don't miss out on any of the fun. Compare nightly rates and availability, and see which hotels are within walking distance of campus.

Where to Stay
Maryland Football players scrimmage at the annual Red-White Spring Game

SECU Stadium

The Red-White Spring Football Game will take place at SECU stadium. Gate I (South side) will open at 11 a.m. and the game will start at noon. The clear bag policy will not be in effect for the Spring Game and tickets are not required. 

Learn More about the Spring Game
Two small hands play with foam turtles in a fountain.

Accessibility

Handicapped-accessible parking is available in most lots and garages, and guests with a state-issued license plate or hang tag can park in any marked space. 

Use the interactive event map to find the latest accessible routes on campus. Shuttle-UM buses are wheelchair-accessible and can help transport passengers to and from events. For more information about ADA access around campus, please read the event FAQs or visit our accessibility website.

Frequently asked questions

Is Maryland Day rain or shine? Who should attend? Where should I park? How do I get around campus? Find answers to these frequently asked questions and more.