EAST LANSING, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – Returning to an August event that started years ago, Michigan State University will hold a “Meet the Spartans” event on Thursday, August 21. Sponsored by Biggby Coffee, the event will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm in Spartan Stadium and is free to everyone.

The “Meet the Spartans” event started in 2003 and ran for 17 years until 2019, when COVID-19 canceled it. In April, the event was restarted, and the Spartans signed autographs and took pictures after the Spring Showcase.

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From 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, head coach Jonathan Smith and the football players will be available for autographs. The autograph session will take place in the south concourse for the players, and Coach Smith will be in the North End Zone Engagement Center. Fans will be limited to one item for autographs.

During this time, fan activation stations will be around the stadium. Activities include taking pictures with MSU Championship trophies, meeting the MSU Dance and Cheer team, playing games on the concourse, and visiting a video game lounge. Children can take pictures with Sparty, and the Official Fan Store will be open for merchandise.

Parking will be free in lots 79, 62, and 39 as the stadium gates (B, C, J) open at 4:00 pm.