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Thursday 1 October 2026
Events & Activities
UCL East Welcome: Ikebana Workshop
01/10/2026 | 12:30 - 15:00
Join us for this lovely Ikebana workshop! Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging that’s all about balance, simplicity, and appreciating the beauty of nature 🌸 You’ll be guided through the process and create your own arrangement using seasonal flowers. It’s a peaceful, hands-on activity where you can slow down, get creative, and connect with something a little different!
Volunteering
Volunteering Panel Talk: Impact, Skills & Your Personal Development
01/10/2026 | 13:00 - 14:00
About the Event Curious about how to make a difference during your time at UCL and how volunteering can strengthen your employability? Join us for our Volunteering Panel Talk, a lively, in‑person discussion bringing together representatives from charities, community groups, and Student-Led Volunteering Projects.
Representation
Welcome: Introduction to British Politics
01/10/2026 | 15:00 - 16:00
New to British politics, or just looking for a refresher? Join the Policy team at Students' Union UCL for an accessible introduction to the UK's political system. This session will provide an overview of Parliament, how laws are made, key parliamentary processes, and the current political landscape in Britain.
Events & Activities
UCL East Welcome: London Stadium Tour
01/10/2026 | 16:30 - 17:30
Go behind the scenes of the home of West Ham United, the centrepiece of London 2012, British Athletics and much more! You can take a seat in the stands and team dugout, walk the players tunnel and go pitch side. Don't miss out!
Give it a Go
Explore London’s Social Enterprise Scene: Welcome Week Walking Tour
01/10/2026 | 17:00 - 19:30
Explore London’s Social Enterprise Scene: Walking Tour with Unseen Tours🕓 Duration: 2.5 hours📍 Start: Gordon Square (what3words = ///moth.relate.jazzy ) 📍 End: Seven Dials Market🪙 Ticket Price: £5, including a free hot drink at Redemption Roasters + £5 voucher at Seven Dials Market
Clubs & Societies
2026 US Midterm Elections Voter Registration Drive + Informal Chat
01/10/2026 | 18:00 - 20:00
Come make your mark on the future of our common homeland, the US! If you are a US citizen/national who qualifies to vote in US elections from outside the US, learn how to confirm your absentee voting registration and on how to submit your completed ballot.*There will also be time to have a friendly, informal chat about US politics.
Friday 2 October 2026
Clubs & Societies
Student Journalism 101 With Pi Media 🗞️
02/10/2026 | 13:00 - 14:30
Curious about journalism, passionate about current affairs, or just wondering what student journalism at UCL is all about?Join Pi Media for our interactive Journalism 101 session, where our editors will take you through everything you need to know about getting involved in student journalism, from writing and reporting to pitching your own stories.
Events & Activities
Mahjong
02/10/2026 | 15:30 - 17:00
🀄 Mahjong Extravaganza! 🀄Join us for an hour and a half of fun and friendly competition with this classic game. Whether you're a Mahjong master or new to the game, this event is open to everyone..Bring your friends or come solo!Please note that more tickets for this event will become available closer to the event. Save the event to get notified!
Sport
Social Dodgeball Club TASTER Session 1
02/10/2026 | 17:00 - 19:00
What better way to end your week than with an action-packed game of dodgeball! Relive the classic school games you know and love, with plenty of fun twists and variations to keep things exciting. Grab your friends, dodge, duck and dive, and get ready for a session full of laughs and friendly competition!
Saturday 3 October 2026
Events & Activities
Welcome Fair 2026
03/10/2026 | 10:00 - 04/10/2026 | 17:00
Two days of clubs, societies, freebies, performances, demonstrations and more... welcome to the Welcome Fair.On the final weekend of Welcome Festival, we're taking over Main Campus to show you just how much there is to get involved in during your time at UCL. Tickets are free, booking opens at a later date, so keep an eye on this page for updates.
Cheerleading: Level 1 Tryout
03/10/2026 | 14:00 - 15:30
Think you’ve got what it takes to join one of our Level 1 teams? Come along and give cheerleading a go in an extremely beginner-friendly environment! No previous cheer experience, skills, or prior knowledge is needed! We’ll teach you everything from the basics and guide you through the tryout. Whether you’ve never cheered before or are completely new to stunting and tumbling, this is the perfect…
Cheerleading: Level 1 Tryout
03/10/2026 | 15:30 - 17:00
Think you’ve got what it takes to join one of our Level 1 teams? Come along and give cheerleading a go in an extremely beginner-friendly environment! No previous cheer experience, skills, or prior knowledge is needed! We’ll teach you everything from the basics and guide you through the tryout. Whether you’ve never cheered before or are completely new to stunting and tumbling, this is the perfect…
Sunday 4 October 2026
Clubs & Societies
🌻 Taster Walk (4 of 8): Sevenoaks Circular (15km)
04/10/2026
This 15km circular from Sevenoaks starts right in the heart of Knole Park, home to one of England's largest deer parks and the magnificent Knole House itself, seat of the Sackville-West family for over 400 years. The route climbs and weaves through ancient woodland and open commons before looping back via the geensand way. A proper Kent classic with 399m of climbing, roaming deer, and one of the…
Cheerleading: Bring Your Own Boy!
04/10/2026 | 11:00 - 12:30
Grab a friend, flatmate, or coursemate and bring them along for a fun cheer session! No experience needed! Just bring your own boy and get ready to stunt, tumble, and have fun. Please note: both you and the person you bring must purchase an individual ticket to attend the session.
Cheerleading: Level 1 Tryout
04/10/2026 | 12:30 - 14:00
Come along and give cheerleading a go in an extremely beginner-friendly environment! No previous cheer experience, skills, or prior knowledge is needed! We’ll teach you everything from the basics and guide you through the tryout. Whether you’ve never cheered before or are completely new to stunting and tumbling, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved and see what you can do!
Monday 5 October 2026
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Colour Photowalk
05/10/2026 | 11:00 - 13:00
See campus through a new lens in this relaxed, creative exploration session with artsUnlocked 📸You'll be placed into a colour team and challenged to explore campus with one simple rule: you can only photograph things that match your team's colour. As you wander together, you'll discover hidden details, strike up conversations, and build a collection of images that captures your unique perspective.
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Find Your Cause Workshop
05/10/2026 | 12:30 - 14:00
You want to make a difference. But where do you start?🕓 Duration: 1.5 hours📍 Location: TBC💡 Suitable for: Beginner friendly, no prior knowledge needed🍴 Lunch provided: Always! Plant-based and nut-free💬 Led by: SU Social Impact Team aka experts in connecting you with causes you care about