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LUSUMA Freshers Fair Stall Holders: 15th September; The atrium - George Davies Centre; This is for Non LUSUMA sports, societies and organisations who would like a stand to be represented at the LUSUMA freshers fair.

Fresh Festival 2025: 21st September - 5th October

Plant Crazy Sale: 22nd September; Centenary Square

SU Carnival: 22nd September; SU Square

Freebies Fair: 23rd September; O2 Academy

Outdoor Activations: 23rd September; Centenary Square

Sports & Societies Fair: 23rd September; SU Square

Swimming GIAG session 1: 23rd September; Roger Bettles Sports Centre

Freebies Fair: 24th September; O2 Academy

Sports & Societies Fair: 24th September; SU Square

Swimming GIAG session 2: 24th September; Roger Bettles Sports Centre

Vintage Vera Clothing Sale: 25th September; O2 Academy

Volunteering & Support Fair: 25th September; SU Square

GIAG Re-enactment Crafts - Hats: 25th September; Ken Edwards - 322; Learn to make your own medieval hat! Various styles and colours to choose from.

Water Polo GIAG session 1: 25th September; Cossington pool

Brookfield Welcome: 26th September; The Hub, Brookfield

Laser Tag: 26th September; O2 Academy

Give It A Go - Watson's Bar Trip: 26th September; Watson's Vegan Cocktail Bar; The first of our two Give It A Go events is a trip to Watson's bar - named after Donald Watson, Leicester resident, coiner of the term "vegan", and co-founder of the Vegan Society - to get to know eachother and sample their unique vegan cocktails.

GIAG Re-enactment Combat: 27th September; Viking Field (Roger Bettles Sport Centre); Learn the basics of medieval combat. Various weapons available, all equipment provided. It's safe and fun!

GIAG session 1: 27th September; Danielle Brown Sports Hall; This session allows you to meet new people and play a bit of cricket in a fun and welcoming environment. You will get a taste of what training is like at UoLWCC and have a go at playing a softball match. Everyone is welcome no matter your ability!

Swimming GIAG session 3: 27th September; Roger Bettles Sports Centre

East and South East Asian Mixer: 29th September; Global Lounge, Charles Wilson

Oriental Society Meet & Greet: 29th September; SBB 0.02

Chorus - Give it a go: 29th September; Ken Edwards Lecture Theatre 1; Come join the University of Leicester Chorus for our give it a go sessions on Monday 29th of September and 6th of October, from 7pm to 9pm, in Ken Edwards lecture theatre 1. We can't wait to see some new faces !

Give It A Go - Social & Snacks: 30th September; Campus (more detail soon); Our second of two Give It A Go events is a chill social on campus, with a selection of vegan snacks to try.

Chamber Choir - Give it a go: 30th September; St Mary de Castro Church - Leicester; Love to sing? Come and join us for our first rehearsal of the term! Everyone welcome no matter your experience

International Student Café: 1st October; Global Lounge, Charles Wilson

ULMK GIAG Session 1: 1st October; Meet us at 37 Putney Rd, Leicester LE2 7TF, we will be providing transport to the track from there; Come and experience the thrill of motorsport with ULMK! Our Give it a Go sessions are the perfect chance to hop into a kart, meet the team, and see what we’re all about – no experience needed, just bring your competitive spirit!

Give It a Go: Latin and Ballroom Dancing: 1st October; Percy Gee, 3.13 Multi-Use Space; Have you ever wanted to try dancing like they do on strictly? Do you want to try a new hobby this year? Come to our GIAG session where you will be taught how to dance by our lovely coaches. Everyone is welcome and we look forward to seeing you!

Glitzy Vintage Jewellery Sale: 2nd October; Centenary Square

Plant Crazy Sale: 2nd October; Centenary Square

Desi Mixer: 2nd October; Global Lounge, Charles Wilson

GIAG Re-enactment Crafts - Bag: 2nd October; Ken Edwards - 322; Learn to sew and embroider your own medieval pouch! Various colours to choose from and unlimited styles.

Give It a Go: Latin and Ballroom Dancing: 2nd October; Percy Gee, 0.10 Gees; Have you ever wanted to try dancing like they do on strictly? Do you want to try a new hobby this year? Come to our GIAG session where you will be taught how to dance by our lovely coaches. Everyone is welcome and we look forward to seeing you!

Water polo GIAG session 2: 2nd October; Cossington pool

LGBTea: 3rd October; The Liberation room in the Percy Gee Building (The SU) u; Our Weekly queer tea and coffee catch-up, with free hot drinks and a real community feel. Weather you have been coming for years or its your first one all are welcome at LGBTea!

GIAG Re-enactment Combat: 4th October; Viking Field (Roger Bettles Sport Centre); Learn the basics of medieval combat. Various weapons available, all equipment provided. It's safe and fun!

ULMK GIAG Session 2: 4th October; Meet us at 37 Putney Rd, Leicester LE2 7TF, we will be providing transport to the track from there; Come and experience the thrill of motorsport with ULMK! Our Give it a Go sessions are the perfect chance to hop into a kart, meet the team, and see what we’re all about – no experience needed, just bring your competitive spirit!

MENA Mixer: 6th October; Global Lounge, Charles Wilson

Chorus - Give it a go: 6th October; Ken Edwards Lecture Theatre 1; Come join the University of Leicester Chorus for our give it a go sessions on Monday 29th of September and 6th of October, from 7pm to 9pm, in Ken Edwards lecture theatre 1. We can't wait to see some new faces !

Distance Learning 101: 8th October; Online

European Mixer: 8th October; Global Lounge, Charles Wilson

Flying Team Welcome Briefing I: 8th October; Ken Edwards Lecture Theatre 3; A welcome talk, essential for new members and an opportunity for prospective members to find out what we do.

Flying Team Welcome Briefing II: 10th October; Ken Edwards Lecture Theatre 3; A welcome talk, essential for new members and an opportunity for prospective members to find out what we do.

North American Mixer: 13th October; Global Lounge, Charles Wilson

Biostar Plant Sale: 17th October; Centenary Square

DL Officer Drop-In: 20th October; Online

Work, Learn, Explore: 21st October; SU Square, Percy Gee

Glitzy Vintage Jewellery Sale: 23rd October; Centenary Square

Online Book Club: 3rd November; Online

DL Officer Drop-In: 21st November; Online

Glitzy Vintage Jewellery Sale: 25th November; Centenary Square

Victoria Park Relays 2025: 29th November; Percy Gee Building, University of Leicester, LE1 7RH

Online Book Club: 1st December; Online

DL Officer Drop-In: 18th December; Online

Goose and Gander Sale: 5th February; SU Square

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