Get ready for Students' Union UCL Welcome 2026!

Starting university comes with lots of information to take in, but there's one thing you'll want to sort early – your Students' Union UCL Nightlife Wristband.

Every year, Students' Union UCL collaborates with London’s top club promoter Milkshake to bring you exclusive access to the best Freshers’ club nights at London’s most iconic venues. From Ministry of Sound to Fabric and Egg, these venues will play host to over 1000 UCL students during the week, making them some of the best opportunities to experience London's nightlife, and to celebrate joining UCL.

How to purchase your wristband

During Freshers' Week you'll see plenty of adverts for club nights and wristbands, so please check you are buying your wristband through trusted sources. Our Students' Union UCL Nightlife Wristband is available to buy through the Students' Union Website; simply create a  guest account before you have your official UCL login to purchase yours.

How much does it cost?

Nightlife Wristbands start at £50, this covers all 6 events. You'll save around £70 compared to buying tickets individually, while avoiding sold-out events and last-minute ticket hunts.

If you aren’t planning on doing all 6 nights but don’t want to miss out on a selected one, you can buy specific event tickets on our website too.

Remember, entry to each of the club nights requires ID. You can find more information on the accepted forms of ID here.

Want to get the party started early?

Our Union bars will be hosting a series of pre-party events throughout Freshers' Week. They're the perfect chance to meet other new students, explore our campus spaces and make the most of exclusive drinks offers. Full details will be announced soon, so keep an eye on our events page and social media channels.

So what are you waiting for, find out more about the incredible nights planned and secure your wristband here.