Welcome Festival January 2026
Fri, Jan 23
|London
Join the Welcome Festival to meet the Student Union and all other University teams!
Time & Location
Jan 23, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
London, Inner Cir, London NW1 4NS, UK
About the Event
There’s no better way to kick off your university journey than at the Welcome Festival! This is the heart of Welcome Week, a buzzing celebration where our entire community comes together.
🎪 What to expect:
Meet student societies & clubs: From Acting to marketing to gaming, discover groups you can join and find your new passion.
See what Sports you can join and what classes you can take in Evolve Studio on campus
Explore university services: Chat with teams who are here to support you, from Wellbeing and Careers teams to the Library and Academic skills teams and more
Connect with few external partners: Local businesses and companies will be there to showcase what they offer students.
Music & entertainment: Enjoy delicious food and interactive activities throughout the day.
Freebies & giveaways: Don’t forget to grab some merch and maybe a few surprise treats!
👋 Whether you’re brand new to campus or returning for another year, the Welcome Festival is the perfect place to:
Make friends and meet like-minded people
Learn about opportunities on and off campus
Get a real feel for the community you’re now part of
📍 Location: The Social (Refectory)
🗓️ Date: Friday 23 January 2026
🕜 Time: 11:00 - 14:00
Come explore, connect, and celebrate the start of an incredible year ahead!