ADMISSION AND TICKET INFORMATION

• Admission to Minerpalooza 2026 is FREE.
• Minerpalooza is on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026 from 6-11:45 PM.
• Tickets are only needed to play activity booths in the main parking lot and attractions inside Pete’s Playground. All activity booths and attractions range from 1-5 tickets each play.
• Tickets can be purchased beginning at 6 pm. $1.00 = 1 ticket
• Tickets are only available for purchase with a credit/debit card. No cash will be accepted.
• No refunds will be given for any unused tickets.

PETE’S PLAYGROUND ATTRACTIONS AND OTHER ACTIVITY BOOTHS

• An information tent inside Pete’s Playground will be the point of contact if there is a lost child.
• In addition to inflatables, there will also be assorted games and activities for participants ranging from 1- 5 tickets each.

FOOD

• Food can be purchased with cash or credit card ONLY.
• No tickets purchased at the ticket center locations can be used to purchase food.
• All major credit cards are accepted at all food booths and food trucks.

BEER AND WINE GARDEN

• Admission to the Minerpalooza Beer and Wine Garden is FREE.
• You must be 21 years or older with a valid ID to enter.
• Beer and Wine Garden beverages can be purchased with cash or credit card ONLY.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Lost and found items can be turned into and claimed at information booth #3.
• Portable restrooms will be avaiable.

CLEAR BAG POLICY

UTEP Minerplooza has a clear bag policy in place. This policy is designed to increase safety in the venue. Please see this link for more information.