Xiaohongshu
An extraordinary night of history and music
Experience the Main Quad at its most magical, with a timeless evening of classical music as the sun sets beneath the Portico's grand columns.
UCL's Symphony Orchestra has teamed up with professional musicians for an evening of musical triumph. You can expect a vibrant programme of orchestral favourites, from traditional symphonic masterpieces to beloved British classics. For one night only, our Portico will be transformed into an open-air concert hall for an extraordinary evening celebrating UCL's rich musical legacy on the building that started it all.
Sit back, enjoy the sunset, and let the beautiful melodies move you on this incredibly special evening. Whether you're a devoted classical music enthusiast or just looking for a magical evening filled with music and celebration, this event promises an unforgettable evening for everyone.
Timings
Our drinks reception will begin at 19:00 for a chance to meet and network with students, alumni and members of our UCL community. The main event will begin at 20:00, and we'll wrap up by 22:00.
Dress Code
We're celebrating UCL200 in style, and we'd love for you to dress to mark the occasion. Think elevated and formal to make the night feel special!
Arrival
Please arrive to the event via Gower Street, through the black gates at the main entrance of the Quad. Entry will not be granted via any other entrance, including through the Cloisters or surrounding buildings. A UCL200 steward will be there to greet you, so please have your ticket ready. Strictly no entry without a ticket.
Tickets
To ensure as many of us as possible can come together to celebrate UCL during this milestone year, we have limited tickets to members of the UCL community only, including students, staff and alumni. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate members of the public or students from other Universities at this event.
UCL200 Summer Festival by Students' Union UCL
This event is part of our UCL200 Summer Festival, and we've got a whole programme of activity planned to celebrate the bicentenary in style. The Main Quad will be transformed for a week of music, film, debate and a big student-only celebration - the Bicentenary Ball. During the days, come and get involved in a range of activities, workshops, and events, or just join us in the sunshine to take in the atmosphere in the Quad.
Find out what else is happening during the UCL200 Summer Festival here.