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Monday 21 September 2026
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked: Around the World in Bookmarks
21/09/2026 | 13:30 - 16:30
Celebrate the creativity and cultures that make our community unique with artsUnlocked 🌍Join us for a free and relaxed bookmark-making session inspired by the motifs, patterns, and artistic traditions of your home country or culture. Whether it's a traditional textile pattern, a folk art design, a floral motif, or something entirely personal, this is an opportunity to create, share, and connect.
Tuesday 22 September 2026
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Pottery Painting
22/09/2026 | 13:15 - 16:30
We’re inviting you to slow down, get creative, and connect with new friends over a mindful afternoon of pottery painting at Social Pottery’s sought-after Kentish Town studio 🎨👯♂️Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned arts enthusiast, this relaxed session is the perfect breather before the term gets started!
Wednesday 23 September 2026
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Theatre Trip: Lion King
23/09/2026 | 17:00 - 22:00
As part of International Welcome Week, artsUnlocked will be be heading to see The Lion King on Wednesday 23 September 🦁The evening will begin with a Speedfriending session, where you’ll have the chance to meet other students and make new friends. We’ll also hand out your theatre tickets before heading to the theatre together for the show.
Thursday 24 September 2026
Friday 25 September 2026
Tuesday 29 September 2026
Events & Activities
artsUCL Fair
29/09/2026 | 10:00 - 15:00
Join Us for the artsUCL Fair!artsUCL is your creative community on campus - we're committed to creating a truly inclusive space where everyone feels welcome! artsUCL aims to offer exciting opportunities for Arts Societies and non-society members, making it easier than ever to get involved with arts activity.
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Theatre Trip: Matilda the Musical
29/09/2026 | 17:00 - 22:00
As part of Welcome Week, artsUnlocked will be heading to see Matilda the Musical on Tuesday 29 September 🎭The evening will begin with a Speed Friending session, where you’ll have the chance to meet other students and make new friends. We’ll then head to the theatre together for the show.
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.
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.
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Drawing (Taster)
05/10/2026 | 16:00 - 16:45
✏️Join us for our Drawing Taster session with artsUnlocked!Explore the art of drawing in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment, no experience needed! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page.
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Drawing (Taster)
05/10/2026 | 17:15 - 18:00
✏️Join us for our Drawing Taster session with artsUnlocked!Explore the art of drawing in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment, no experience needed! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page.
Tuesday 6 October 2026
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Drawing (Taster at UCL East)
06/10/2026 | 17:15 - 18:00
✏️Join us for our Drawing Taster session with artsUnlocked at UCL East!Explore the art of drawing in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment, no experience needed! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page.
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Acting (Taster)
06/10/2026 | 17:30 - 19:00
🎭 Join us for our artsUnlocked Acting Taster session!Take a step into the world of acting in our beginner friendly class! Led by Ella Jarmen, explore the craft of acting in a relaxed and inclusive environment. No theatrical experience needed, all you need is curiosity and a willingness to play!
Wednesday 7 October 2026
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Community Choir (Taster)
07/10/2026 | 13:00 - 14:30
🎤 Join us for our Community Choir Welcome Taster session with artsUnlocked!Discover the joy of singing in the artsUCL Community Choir! Under the expert direction of James Burns, this inclusive choir brings people together to explore an exciting mix of musical genres. From soulful pop, Musical Theatre, and contemporary hits, there’s something for everyone. No auditions or prior experience…
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Theatre Trip: My Neighbour Totoro
07/10/2026 | 17:00 - 22:00
As part of our artsUnlocked Taster Week, join us for an unforgettable trip to see My Neighbour Totoro on Wednesday 7 October.The evening will begin with a Speed Friending session, giving you the chance to meet fellow students before we head to the theatre together.
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Just Vibes (Taster)
07/10/2026 | 18:15 - 19:30
🔥Join us for our Just Vibes Welcome Taster session with artsUnlocked!Step into the world of Hip Hop in our beginner-friendly movement class, taught by Elaine Simpson @elainejustvibes. As an experienced Hip-Hop artist, dancer with Boy Blue, and dance instructor at BASE and Pineapple Studios, Elaine brings a wealth of expertise to the floor.
Thursday 8 October 2026
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Painting (Taster)
08/10/2026 | 16:00 - 16:45
🎨Join us for our Painting Taster session with artsUnlocked!Explore the art of painting in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment, no experience needed! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page.
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Painting (Taster)
08/10/2026 | 17:15 - 18:00
🎨Join us for our Painting Taster session with artsUnlocked!Explore the art of painting in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment, no experience needed! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page.
Events & Activities
Café Lates
08/10/2026 | 18:00 - 20:00
Grab your favourite coffee, find a seat, and get comfy for an evening of chilled vibes.What's Café Lates? Well it's everything you love about Print Room, it's relaxed vibe, great coffee and budget friendly food, with a little something extra.
Friday 9 October 2026
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Pottery Painting
09/10/2026 | 15:15 - 18:30
We’re inviting you to slow down, get creative, and connect with new friends over a mindful afternoon of pottery painting at Social Pottery’s sought-after Kentish Town studio 🎨👯♂️Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned arts enthusiast, this relaxed session is the perfect breather before the term gets started!
Saturday 10 October 2026
Monday 12 October 2026
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Drawing
12/10/2026 | 17:30 - 19:00
✏️Welcome to artsUnlocked Drawing!Explore the art of drawing in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment with artsUnlocked! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page- no experience needed!
Tuesday 13 October 2026
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Drawing (UCL East)
13/10/2026 | 17:30 - 19:00
🎨Welcome to artsUnlocked Drawing at UCL East!Explore the art of drawing in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment with artsUnlocked! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page- no experience n
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Acting
13/10/2026 | 17:30 - 19:00
🎭Welcome to artsUnlocked ActingTake a step into the world of acting in our beginner friendly class with artsUnlocked! Led by Ella Jarmen, explore the craft of acting in a relaxed and inclusive environment. No theatrical experience needed, all you need is curiosity and a willingness to play!