Hofstra Music Fest is an outdoor festival established in 2007 by Hofstra Concerts & Entertainment Unlimited. The festival has grown to become one of Hofstra’s most attended events, attracting over 5,000 students. On the first Saturday in May, the Hofstra community comes together to celebrate the end of another academic year with live performances from chart-topping artists, carnival rides, free food, and much more. This year Hofstra Music Fest will be held on May 6, 2017 and will be celebrating its 8th anniversary. Every year a charity is chosen to benefit from the publicity and fundraising efforts generated by the festival.