Win a Wedding at UMass Amherst

Take it back to where your love story began–UMass Amherst. Enter to win a wedding giveaway valued at $25,000 from UMass Amherst Auxiliary Enterprises, and you could be on your way to planning your big day in the Pioneer Valley. The quintessential, 1,450 acre campus features both elegant banquet halls and endless options for an outdoor ceremony and reception. Catered by our award winning culinary team and picturesque scenic views of campus, your wedding day will be one to remember!

The Contest: The University of Massachusetts Amherst, by and through its department of Auxiliary Enterprises (the “University”) is hosting an essay writing contest (the “Contest”). Eligible participants (the “Participants”) must submit an essay consisting of no more than 250 words (the “Entry”). The University will select the winning Entry, and the Participant who submits the winning Entry (the “Winner”) shall, subject to these Official Rules, be awarded a wedding package from the University. (the “Wedding”)

The Entry: Couples interested in getting married at the University of Massachusetts during the year 2024 are encouraged to submit Entries to the Contest. Entries must describe the ties between the couple and the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and how the University of Massachusetts Amherst played a role in their relationship. Entries will be judged by the University based on strength of writing, and the depth of the connection between the couple and the University. A Winner will be selected in the sole and absolute discretion of the University. All Entries must be submitted to https://umasshospitality.com/contest no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on 08/01/2023. The University will announce the Winner on https://umasshospitality.com/contest and UMass Wedding Instagram page on 09/01/2023.

The Wedding: The Wedding will be organized and held through University of Massachusetts Amherst Hospitality Services. The Wedding will include a venue for reception, catering, floral centerpieces, wedding cake, and a photographer. The ceremony location and hotel accommodations for the couple will be included in the Wedding package. The fair market value of the Wedding will be up to $25,000. The Wedding must be held during the year 2024.

Eligibility: NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER; Contest is open to legal residents of the United States who are eighteen (18) years old and over. Employees of the University of Massachusetts, and individuals who have executed a Letter of Agreement with the University are not eligible to participate, enter, or win.