PHOTOS: Jagapalooza
April 27, 2026
Jagapalooza 2026, the annual year-end carnival celebration for IU Indianapolis students, employees and their families, was held April 24 in Lot 80 next to the Campus Center.
The event was established in 2013 and is planned and executed by the Student Activities Programming Board, with support by the Office of Student Involvement.
Recap the fun by browsing the photos below:
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Carnival rides accentuate the Indianapolis skyline during Jagapalooza, an annual spring celebration at IU Indianapolis. Photo by Liz Kaye, Indiana University
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Eight rides, including the Fireball, were part of Jagapalooza. The annual event is free to attend for IU Indianapolis students, employees and their families. Photo by Liz Kaye, Indiana University
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The Cliffhanger ride begins to ascend. Photo by Liz Kaye, Indiana University
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Riders glide through the air on the Cliffhanger. Photo by Liz Kaye, Indiana University
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Carnival lights illuminate campus as the sun begins to set during Jagapalooza. Photo by Liz Kaye, Indiana University
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The Vertigo ride swings riders high above the ground. Photo by Liz Kaye, Indiana University
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Riders zip past on the Sizzler. Photo by Liz Kaye, Indiana University
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The Expo Wheel frames the trident that illuminates the IU Indianapolis Campus Center. Photo by Liz Kaye, Indiana University