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Tuesday 17 November 2026
Events & Activities
Lunchtime Live: Salsa Society
17/11/2026 | 13:00 - 14:00
Bring some rhythm to your lunch break!Join Salsa Society for a lively lunchtime performance as part of International Festival!Experience the energy and rhythm of salsa, a dance style with roots in Latin American and Caribbean cultures, and enjoy a showcase from our talented student dancers.Drop by between lectures and enjoy the performance!
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Festival of Light - Lowkey Candle Making Workshop
17/11/2026 | 13:00 - 15:00
Join us for a creative and relaxing Festival of Light Candle Making Workshop! 🕯️✨Celebrate the diversity of cultures, traditions and celebrations from around the world through the art of candle making. Inspired by festivals of light celebrated across different communities and cultures, this workshop is a chance to get creative, learn something new and connect with fellow students from across UCL.
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Phone Charm Workshop
17/11/2026 | 14:30 - 15:30
As part of the International Festival, join us for a creative workshop celebrating global cultures through bead-making. Design your own unique phone charm using beautiful beads inspired by traditions from around the world, while learning about the cultural significance behind them. No experience needed, just bring your creativity! 🌍✨
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Herbs for Winter Skin - Postgrads Event
17/11/2026 | 15:00 - 16:00
Herbs for Winter Skin 🌿Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring how herbs can support and nourish our skin through the colder winter months run by Hackney Herbal.You'll discover the benefits of herbal-infused oils and learn how to combine them with natural waxes and essential oils to create your own wonderfully nourishing skin balm.🏵️
Sport
Project Active Bollywood Dancing
17/11/2026 | 16:30 - 17:30
Discover Project Active Bollywood DancingWhat to expect at Project Active Bollywood Dancing:Celebrate the colour, energy, and spirit of Bollywood with our Bollywood Dance session, held as part of our International Festival celebrations!This class is open to all UCL staff and students and is designed to be:
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artsUnlocked Drawing (UCL East)
17/11/2026 | 17:00 - 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
Clubs & Societies
Event Proposal: A Journey through Chinese Art and Tea
17/11/2026 | 18:00 - 20:00
Chinese Art Society X Tea Society X International FestivalThe event will introduce both widely practised Chinese artistic traditions and examples of regional and ethnic cultural heritage, celebrating the diversity within Chinese culture. Each activity will highlight the wishes, stories and symbolic meanings behind the art, such as happiness, good fortune, peace and wellbeing.Activities
Events & Activities
Global Board Games Night
17/11/2026 | 18:00 - 20:00
We want you to join us for the Global Board Games, pull up a chair and travel the world in Board Games.From Mexican Loteria to Japanese Shogi, Chinese Checkers to Mancala, we've brought together board games from every corner of the globe, because some of the best ways to make friends just need a shared table.
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Discover London - Petrie Museum (Marks of a Maker: The Stories Coffins Tell Us)
17/11/2026 | 18:30 - 20:30
Step into the fascinating world of ancient Egypt at this special evening event hosted by the Petrie Museum of Egyptian and Sudanese Archaeology. Discover the stories hidden within ancient coffins and learn how archaeologists, conservators and heritage scientists uncover clues about the people who lived thousands of years ago.
Clubs & Societies
K-Pop Karaoke Night 🎤
17/11/2026 | 20:00 - 18/11/2026 | 0:00
UCL K-Pop Society's first karaoke night for the 26/27 academic year🎵! Come join us for a night full of your favourite K-Pop songs, so get ready to sing your heart out🎤!! This will be a fun opportunity for new taster and standard members to socialise and meet others within our society, so we hope to see you there~ 🎶
Wednesday 18 November 2026
Events & Activities
Patterns of the World - Lowkey Tote Bag Making🌍🎨
18/11/2026 | 11:00 - 15:00
Patterns from around the World: Tote Bag Making 🌍🎨Celebrate creativity, culture and global traditions at Patterns from around the World Tote Bag Making Session, part of the UCL Students’ Union International Festival!
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Discover International Festival: Postgrads
18/11/2026 | 13:00 - 14:00
Want to explore International Festival and meet other Postgrads?Join us for International Festival guided tour where we will be exploring and celebrating the cultures, communities and experiences that make UCL what it is. 🌍
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Lunchtime Live: Guitar Society
18/11/2026 | 13:00 - 14:00
Live guitar music, right in the heart of campus!Take a break from your day and join Guitar Society for a free lunchtime performance as part of International Festival! Whether you're a guitar enthusiast or simply fancy some music between lectures, come along and enjoy.
Clubs & Societies
Language Lunch & Learn - International Festival
18/11/2026 | 13:30 - 14:30
Interested in starting a language class or already running one through your society? Join us for our Language & Culture Discovery Programme Lunch & Learn to find out how your society can get involved, access support, and make the most of the opportunities available.
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artsUnlocked Lunchtime Sing
18/11/2026 | 13:30 - 14:30
🎤 Join us for our Lunchtime Sing session with artsUnlocked!Discover the joy of singing with artsUnlocked Lunchtime Sing! Under the expert direction of James Burns, this inclusive singing group 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, singing solo or prior experience…
Clubs & Societies
Nepalese Society: International Festival
18/11/2026 | 15:00 - 17:30
Join us at the International Festival!We will have food to give out (including waiwai, chocolates and some freshly made chatpatte😋). You will also have the opportunity to learn about Nepal, from some cultural facts and games to some of the geopolitical issues you may be interested in! We will be at the Yellow Room in the Wilkins Building on Main Campus from 3:00pm to 5:30pm on Wednesday 18th…
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Affiliate Students Speedfriending
18/11/2026 | 16:00 - 17:00
Meet new people, share cultures, make connections! 💛New to UCL? Studying abroad for a term or year? Or looking to meet people beyond your usual circle? Come along to Affiliate Speedfriending as part of International Festival, a fun and relaxed way to connect with fellow students from around the world!
Clubs & Societies
Egyptian Society Games Night!
18/11/2026 | 16:30 - 19:30
Ahlan and welcome back to campus! 👋 Join the UCL Egyptian Society for our official Games Night event!Whether you are returning to campus or brand new to UCL, come hang out in a friendly, relaxed space to meet our committee, connect with fellow students, and find your community right from the start of term.
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artsUnlocked Theatre Trip: My Neighbour Totoro
18/11/2026 | 17:00 - 22:00
As part of our International Festival, join us for an unforgettable trip to see My Neighbour Totoro on Wednesday 18 November.The evening will begin with a Speed Friending session, giving you the chance to meet fellow students before we head to the theatre together.
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artsUnlocked Just Vibes Hip-hop
18/11/2026 | 18:15 - 19:30
🔥Welcome to artsUnlocked Just Vibes Step into the world of Hip Hop in this beginner-friendly movement class with artsUnlocked 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 19 November 2026
Events & Activities
Affiliate Students Speedfriending
19/11/2026 | 11:00 - 12:00
Meet new people, share cultures, make connections! 💛New to UCL? Studying abroad for a term or year? Or looking to meet people beyond your usual circle? Come along to Affiliate Speedfriending as part of International Festival, a fun and relaxed way to connect with fellow students from around the world!