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NovaFest 2008, April 25-26

 

 

 

 

 

 

Welcome to NovaFest 2008 Weekend...
Starring Sean Kingston and Brand New!

NovaFest 2008, to be held April 25 - 26, 2008 is one of the most highly anticipated events of the year at Villanova University. Featuring live music, great food, games, activities, prizes, and a concert to cap off the weekend, NovaFest has always been a great tradition at Villanova. This year's event will be even larger than ever. Featuring a Taste of Philly Festival, Mentalist Wayne Hoffman from NBC's Phenomenon, Live Movie on Sheehan Beach, NovaFest 2008 Field Festival and a concert starring Sean Kingston and Brand New!


Watch the NovaFest 2008 Kick-off/Press Conference (4/1), when complete details were announced to the Villanova community in the Connelly Center!

Ticket Update - Sean Kingston & Brand New Concert Event!
Advanced sale ticketing for Saturday's concert event is now closed.
Tickets will be available at the door beginning at 7:00pm.
All tickets will be $20 - Cash or Check only.

Friday, April 25th

Taste of Philly Festival

Featuring Rita's Italian Ices, Dunkin' Donuts, Tasty Kakes, cheesesteaks and soft pretzels, come out for free food. (More info...)

Live Music at the Oreo

Student bands are currently being confirmed to provide entertainment at the Oreo from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. WXVU will also be broadcasting live! (More info...)

 

Mentalist Wayne Hoffman

As seen on NBC's hit show Phenomenon, Wayne Hoffman performs live at Villanova in the Belle Air Terrace. (More info...)

Casablanca on Sheehan Beach!

Enjoy Hollywood classic Casablanca on a mega screen on Sheehan Beach from 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. (More info...)

     

Saturday, April 26th

NovaFest 2008 Field Festival - 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Field Festival Logo

Come out to Sheehan Beach for the signature Field Festival event. Featuring live music, games, giveaways and great food by Chipotle, Dunkin' Donuts and Villanova University Dining Services! (More info...)

Sean Kingston & Brand New LIVE at The Pavilion! - Doors 8 p.m.

Sean Kingston

 

Brand New

Sean Kingston and Brand New join together to headline NovaFest 2008 in a huge concert event at Villanova University

$17 for Villanova University students in advance;
$20 for all others and at the door

Ticket Update (4/25) for Saturday's Concert Event
Tickets will be available at the door on the evening of the event!
All tickets will be $20 - Cash or check only.

Ticket Information

Pre-NovaFest Kickoff
Thursday, April 24th

 

Become a part of NovaFest 2008!

Band-AIDS: A Benefit Concert Supporting Catholic Relief Services (CRS). Featuring Lucas Carpenter, Rusty Santos and more. Free admission, with donations accepted.

7 p.m., West Lounge, Dougherty Hall. Co-sponsored by WXVU, Face AIDS Villanova & Late Nite @ VU Program.
  Click here to learn about volunteer opportunities and to register today!


Volunteer opportunities are available on the Promotions Street Team, Field Festival staff, Concert staff and concert setup staff.