Cardinalpalooza 2026

Join Us At Cardinalpalooza!

Cardinalpalooza, presented by Waymo, is back! Join us on Saturday, April 18, for this year's edition of Stanford Athletics' spring sport festival - complete with action both on and off the field! Enjoy a free family-friendly fan zone, highlighted by food trucks, giveaways, games, and more. Then cheer on the Cardinal at various athletic events, featuring baseball, softball, beach volleyball, and men's volleyball!

Check out the lineup below and save the date to join us for a fun-filled day on The Farm!

Cardinalpalooza Schedule of Events

11 AM - 1 PM | FAN FEST

Cardinal Plaza

1 PM | Beach Volleyball vs. Pepperdine

Stanford Beach Volleyball Stadium

2 PM | Softball vs. NC State

Stanford Softball Stadium

2:05 PM | Baseball vs. Miami

Klein Field at Sunken Diamond

5 PM | Beach Volleyball vs. San Jose State

Stanford Beach Volleyball Stadium

6 PM | Men's Volleyball vs. Menlo College

Maples Pavilion

Fan Fest at Cardinal Plaza🎪

Before the action on the field and court gets underway, check out our free-to-attend Fan Fest at Cardinal Plaza, adjacent to Chuck Taylor Grove, from 11 AM - 1 PM. Check out the lineup below:

Food Trucks: Bay Area Munchiez, Me Oi, Tacos Los 3 Hermanos
Fun & Games: Bounce House, Rockwall, Face Painter, Balloon Twister, Yard Games
Sponsors: Waymo, Shake Shack, Stanford FCU
Giveaways!

Players' Weekend At Sunken Diamond ⚾️

Be a part of Players' Weekend with Stanford baseball where student-athlete personalities, nicknames, and passions shine all series long!

Saturday's 2:05 PM PT showdown brings exclusive student-athlete themed concessions items, and a free Stanford rubik's cube while supplies last. Get your tickets today!

Get tickets today!