Bear Down Music Festival (BDMF) is the largest student-run event of the year at the University of Arizona. Powered by SET & the Wildcat Events Board, this on-campus event features live performances, interactive activities, immersive experiences, food trucks, and memorable takeaways. BDMF provides an opportunity for the student body to foster a sense of community between students and the UArizona campus and organizations involved. This event also allows the students involved in the production of the event to pursue their interests in event planning, music production, and logistics in a real-world environment.
Bear Down Music Festival (BDMF) is the largest student-run event of the year at the University of Arizona, with over 5,000 guests in attendance! This on-campus event features live performances, interactive activities, immersive experiences, food trucks, and memorable takeaways. Previous line-ups include Louis The Child, 070 Shake, TKay Maidza, D.R.A.M, Chet Porter, Dayglow, Jesse McCartney, Waka Flocka Flame, and many more!
This year's festival will TO BE ANNOUNCED!
BDMF Wristbands give you access to the full festival experience.
Online sales have ended. Wristbands are now ONLY available in-person for $20!
You can purchase a wristband on the UA Mall on the south side of the Student Union Memorial Center.
Activities with wristband purchase include:
Beverages, access to all on-site activities, rides & more!
All Sales are Final. No Replacements will be offered for Lost Wristbands.
- When and where do I pick-up my Wristband?
- March 27, 2026 at the UA Mall.
- Where will BDMF be helin a UArizona parking garage; 2nd St., Cherry Ave., and Main Gate are alld?
Bear Down Music Festival will be held on the University of Arizona Mall.
- Where can I park?
- If Driving:
We recommend parking in a university parking garage; 2nd St., Cherry Ave., and Main Gate are all great options.
- If Carpooling:
We recommend a drop-off near at the Student Union Memorial cul-de-sac located at 1209 E University Blvd.
- SunLink
Taking the SunLink is a great option! With a drop-off conveniently located on 2nd Street, the festival will be but a few steps away!
- If Driving:
- Is there a bag policy?
Large bags and/or backpacks are prohibited on festival grounds.
- What are prohibited items?
- All University rules and policies apply. Please refer to UArizona's Campus Use Policy and Prohibited Items.
Local cuisine will be served by the following on-site food trucks:
Black Top Grill
Drew's Dogs
Hifalutin
Special Eats
Churros El Rey
*Food truck cuisine is not included in the wristband purchase. Food must be purchased separately*
