Tickets for underwater world are available exclusively in K11 (Students' Union Office) from now until 11pm tonight!
Freshers’ Fest is finally here. This is going to be our biggest and best Freshers’ yet! Check out what’s happening below – there’s something here for everyone.
Our Freshers' Wristbands are now sold out. Thanks so much to everyone who bought one - we can't wait to see you at our events soon. If you didn't get one, don't worry - we've released a limited number of on-the-door tickets for our individual events. You can find them below - make sure you snap yours up quickly though, as they're limited in numbers!
Freshers' isn’t just for first year students – any current St Mary’s students can (and should) join in! Unfortunately because capacities are limited we can't accommodate guests and alumni. To find out where on campus our events are located, click here to see our map!
Individual tickets for Freshers' Events are available online up until midnight on the day of the event (eg Welcome Ball tickets are available until midnight on Sunday morning). If you want an individual ticket on the day of any event, you can get it from our Office in K11 or our stall outside K11 in Student Square.
Sun 19 September, 2pm
Commuter Mixer
Freshers’ may seem a little daunting to those of you joining us later this month as a Commuter student. If that's you, we're running this commuter mixer to give you the chance to meet some new faces ahead of Freshers’ Fest. Come down and our Officer Team will make some introductions for you!
Free entry for all students
On Campus - Commuter Lounge
Sun 19 September, 2-5pm
Funfair
We decided to bring the funfair in a bit earlier so you can enjoy it during the day too. If your parents or family are dropping you off, they’re welcome to join!
Free entry and queue jump with Freshers' Wristband
On Campus - Training Pitch
Sun 19 September, 6pm-late
Welcome Ball (sold out)
We’re bringing a funfair to campus including Dodgems, Ferris Wheel, Waltzer, Twister and Miami ride. Then as we head into the night, meet us in the Neon Jungle in the SU Lounge for a night like no other. Here you’ll find the atmosphere of a futuristic underground with the energy of a carnival, and a Silent Disco! Neon clothing is strongly encouraged.
Free entry and queue jump with Freshers' Wristband
On Campus - Training Pitch and SU Lounge
Mon 20 September, 11am-3pm
Petting Zoo
Do you love animals? Come and meet lambs, goats, horses and even a tortoise at our petting zoo - they can’t wait to meet you.
Free entry and queue jump with Freshers' Wristband
On Campus - Student Square
Mon 20 September, 12pm
Commuter Mixer
Freshers’ may seem a little daunting to those of you joining us later this month as a Commuter student. If that's you, we're running this commuter mixer to give you the chance to meet some new faces ahead of Freshers’ Fest. Come down and our Officer Team will make some introductions for you!
Free entry for all students
On Campus - Commuter Lounge
Mon 20 September, 10pm-late
Pryzm (sold out)
Pryzm is one of the biggest and best clubs in London, and it’s right on our doorstep at St Mary’s. Join us, the University of Roehampton and some special guest acts.
Free entry and queue jump with Freshers' Wristband
Pryzm Nightclub, Kingston
Tues 21 September, 10am-2pm
Paddleboarding
Drifting down the Thames on a paddleboard is a brilliant way to keep fit and take in your new surroundings. Join us for an hour-long lesson with a pro instructor! Limited numbers of free tickets available
Priority on free tickets with Freshers' Wristband
Active360 Paddleboarding, Richmond
Tues 21 September, 12-2pm
Cycling in Bushy Park
Bushy Park is easily one of the best parks in the UK – luscious, leafy and green and if you look carefully you might see a deer or two! Hire a bike for free through us and we'll explore it together. Limited numbers of free bikes available
Priority on free bike hire with Freshers' Wristband
Bushy Park, Teddington
Tues 21 September, 3-5pm
Bowling
Kingston’s Rotunda has tons of restaurants, bars, a cinema and a super bowling alley where we’ll be taking you for the night - come and join us for a game! Limited numbers of free games available
Priority on free game bookings with Freshers' Wristband
The Rotunda, Kingston
Tues 21 September, 11pm-3am
Lightbox (Sold Out)
Light up the night with us as we join forces with the University of London and head to Lightbox in Vauxhall, which is one of the best clubs in town. There’ll be two rooms playing the freshest R and B and house tunes all night – find out more about Lightbox here.
Free entry with Freshers' Wristband
Lightbox Nightclub, Vauxhall
Weds 22 September, 11am-2pm
Fitness Festival
Fun and social Yoga, Zumba and combat fitness sessions run by fully trained instructors. Suitable for all, from beginners and fitness lovers.
Free entry
On Campus - Priest's Lawn
Weds 22 September, 6.30pm
Sunset Cinema
A movie night with a twist – join hundreds of other Simmies for a cinema night watching 'Black Panther' under the stars on the Priest’s Lawn in the heart of our luscious green campus.Limited numbers of free tickets available
Priority on free tickets with Freshers' Wristband
On Campus - Priest's Lawn
Thurs 23 September, 12-4pm
Freshers' Fair
Free pizza from Domino’s, incredible one-time offers from local and national businesses, all of our clubs and societies AND loads of fun inflatables to enjoy – the Freshers’ Fair is unmissable.
Free entry
On Campus - Tennis Hall (inside Sport St Mary's
Fri 24 September, 12-2pm
Colour Run
The vibe of a party, the buzz of a great workout and the chance to get those all important photos to make your friends jealous… if you’ve never been to a colour run before, now’s your chance.
The idea for this event was made by some Simmies who were part of last year's 'Get Set For Success' - so thanks to those students! The students who had the idea were Brittany White, Fatima Assad, Ben Brown, Luke Grint, Paul Hogrefe and Re'an McCormack
Free entry with Freshers' Wristband
On Campus - Rugby Pitch
Fri 24 September, 9pm-late
Underwater World (Tickets still available)
We’re transporting you to a world of electric underwater dreams in the SU Lounge. Underwater-themed dress is encouraged…
Free entry and queue jump with Freshers' Wristband (individual tickets also available online until 24/09 at 12:00am, then from K11 on 24/09)
On Campus - The SU Lounge
Sat 25 September, 12pm-9pm
Table Tennis @ The Shack
Our friends at The Shack 68 have invited you for a game of Table Tennis! The Shack is just up the road from campus and is one of our favourite local spots. This is an add-on event which means there’s a cost to it for wristband and non-wristband holders alike, but if you have a Freshers' wristband then you’ll get 2 free drinks (alcoholic or soft drinks) while you’re playing your game. The link below allows you to book an hours' slot to play table tennis and gets you a table while you're there, too.
Tickets available here
The Shack 68, Twickenham
Sun 26 September, 1-4pm
Boat Party
End Freshers’ Fest in style at our Freshers’ Finale Boat Party. Take in unforgettable views of the London skyline with us on our private boat, where there will be drinks and music for all!
Free entry with Freshers' Wristband (individual tickets also available now)
Tower Pier
