Welcome Week 2026

Welcome Fair

• 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• University Arena, Severn Campus

Your Worcester experience starts here! Meet the SU, clubs, societies & Uni teams at the Welcome Fair. Discover how to get involved and grab some great freebies!

Severn Campus Tour

• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• University Arena, Severn Campus

Get to know Severn Campus, home to Worcester's health, wellbeing and sport facilities, and find your way around before teaching begins.

Fancy a Cuppa

• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
• firstpoint, St John's Campus

Our "Fancy a Cuppa?" event is a fantastic way to meet fellow students and connect with our dedicated support staff in a relaxed atmosphere.

The Hive Library Tour

• 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• The Hive, City Campus

Join a Hive tour to discover your library, find your ideal study space, learn how to borrow books, print, access Wi-Fi, and get support.

Worcester Wednesday

• 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• The Hangar, St John's Campus

The Hangar is your starting point for the biggest and best student night in Worcester. Join us for the return of Worcester Wednesday before you head out to continue the fun.

Fancy a Cuppa

• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
• firstpoint, St John's Campus

Our "Fancy a Cuppa?" event is a fantastic way to meet fellow students and connect with our dedicated support staff in a relaxed atmosphere.

The Hive Library Tour

• 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• The Hive, City Campus

Join a Hive tour to discover your library, find your ideal study space, learn how to borrow books, print, access Wi-Fi, and get support.

The Big Quiz

• 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• The Hangar, St John's Campus

We’re kicking off our weekly Quiz Nights with the return of the Big Quiz this Welcome Festival!

Campus Tours

• 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• St John's Campus, City Campus, Severn Campus

Join one of our campus tours and get to know your surroundings before teaching begins.

Fun Fair Friday

• 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Sport Centre, St John's Campus

Blow off some steam and join our fun experts as we take over the University Sports Centre with our massive inflatable obstacle course and games.

Crafternoon

• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• The Hanger, St John's Campus

The Crafternoon is a relaxed, creative drop-in event for any student who enjoys making things, meeting new friends, or just wants to add a personal touch to their new home.

Bottomless Brunch and Welcome Festival After Party

• 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• The Hangar, St John's Campus

We’re ending Welcome Festival in style with our Bottomless Brunch, followed by our Welcome Festival After Party.

Worcester Wolves v BCU

• 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
• University Arena, Severn Campus

Cheer on the Worcester Wolves and experience the excitement of live basketball right here on campus.