Christmas on Campus Events

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Fri 5th December

A carousel illuminated in the dark Christmas carousel on campus!
4th December 11am - 5th December 6pm
University Square
Take a whirl on our FREE Christmas carousel, right in the centre of campus.
Two students look at a community cookbook together Community Christmas - Festive Food & Crafts
noon - 2:30pm
Amos Room and Beorma Bar, Guild of Students
Join your Community Engagement Team & Ambassadors for a cosy afternoon of hot food, festive fun, and community spirit this Christmas, with free food, free recipe cards, and an opportunity to discover our Community Pantry. Tickets free, but limited!
Headshot of Lorena Paz Nieto Barber Lunchtime Concert: Songs for Christmas
1pm - 1:50pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
The team at Oxford International Song Festival present a festive selection of music with guest soprano, Lorena Paz Nieto. Barber Lunchtime Concerts are free with no booking needed.
A top down view of a student colouring in Christmas Cards and Crafts
5pm - 7pm
Lounge, Jarratt Hall
Cosy down with an early evening Christmas craft event with your Residence Life team. Make a loved one or a friend (or yourself!) a mini treat box and Christmas cards. Free for all students living in UoB or partner accommodation.
Two people in an inflatable Christmas tree and inflatable polar bear costume Joe's festive PG and international social
7pm - 1am
Joe's Bar, Guild of Students
Enjoy good company in a safe and inclusive environment! There's music from around the world, from Chinese Rap music, Afro and Desi DJs and even Karaoke in Mermaid Bar. This event is 18+ - tickets cost £2, with free food and a free drink!

Sun 7th December

Two students sit outside Joe's Bar Joes's Big Festive Brunch
noon - 3pm
Joe's Bar, Guild of Students
Enjoy festive food and drink offers and live acoustic music at Joe's Bar this Christmas! Settle in for a tasty brunch. No booking needed.
Gingerbread men and snowflakes on a wire cooling rack (Ginger)Bread & Belief: a Christian community
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Oasis Lounge, Multi-Faith Chaplaincy
Bread & Belief celebrates Christmas and connection by baking some tasty gingerbread cookies! Whilst we decorate biscuits, we'll explore the Christmas story. All beliefs and perspectives are welcome.
A student decorates a gingerbread biscuit (Ginger)Bread & Belief: a Christian community
7pm - 8:15pm
Oasis Lounge, Multi-Faith Chaplaincy
Bread & Belief celebrates Christmas and connection by baking some tasty gingerbread cookies! Whilst we decorate biscuits, we'll explore the Christmas story. All beliefs and perspectives are welcome.

Mon 8th December

A carousel illuminated in the dark Christmas carousel on campus!
8th December 11am - 12th December 6pm
University Square
Take a whirl on our FREE Christmas carousel, right in the centre of campus.
Two students decorate a gingerbread biscuit (Ginger)Bread & Belief: a Christian community
12:30pm - 1:45pm
Oasis Lounge, Multi-Faith Chaplaincy
Bread & Belief celebrates Christmas and connection by baking some tasty gingerbread cookies! Whilst we decorate biscuits, we'll explore the Christmas story. All beliefs and perspectives are welcome.
Gingerbread men and snowflakes on a wire cooling rack (Ginger)Bread & Belief: a Christian community
2:30pm - 3:45pm
Oasis Lounge, Multi-Faith Chaplaincy
Bread & Belief celebrates Christmas and connection by baking some tasty gingerbread cookies! Whilst we decorate biscuits, we'll explore the Christmas story. All beliefs and perspectives are welcome.

Tue 9th December

A student colouring in a christmas decoration Sustainable Christmas Crafts with your Community Engagement Team
11am - 1pm
Canvas House, Teignmouth Road
Come join us for a cosy craft session making Christmas crafts using recycled and natural materials to take home something to brighten up your living space. Enjoy a free hot drink, relax, and get creative in a friendly space where everyone is welcome.
A student decorates a gingerbread biscuit (Ginger)Bread & Belief: a Christian community
3:30pm - 4:45pm
Oasis Lounge, Multi-Faith Chaplaincy
Bread & Belief celebrates Christmas and connection by baking some tasty gingerbread cookies! Whilst we decorate biscuits, we'll explore the Christmas story. All beliefs and perspectives are welcome.
Two students in elf hats hold up paper baubles Baubles and Books
5pm - 7pm
Social Space, Pritchatts Park
Create your own personalised bauble with Res Life and bring your books for a second-hand book swap! Indulge in some yummy Christmas treats while you get creative. Free for all students in UoB or partner accommodation.

Wed 10th December

Two students decorate a gingerbread biscuit (Ginger)Bread & Belief: a Christian community
10:45am - noon
Oasis Lounge, Multi-Faith Chaplaincy
Bread & Belief celebrates Christmas and connection by baking some tasty gingerbread cookies! Whilst we decorate biscuits, we'll explore the Christmas story. All beliefs and perspectives are welcome.
Light shining from a movie projector LES Festive Film Screening - Die Hard
2pm - 4:30pm
LG12, Old Gym
Yipee-ki-Yay, it's Christmas. Join your Student Experience and Wellbeing teams for a festive afternoon.

Thu 11th December

Gingerbread men and snowflakes on a wire cooling rack (Ginger)Bread & Belief: a Christian community
12:30pm - 1:45pm
Oasis Lounge, Multi-Faith Chaplaincy
Bread & Belief celebrates Christmas and connection by baking some tasty gingerbread cookies! Whilst we decorate biscuits, we'll explore the Christmas story. All beliefs and perspectives are welcome.
A student decorates a gingerbread biscuit (Ginger)Bread & Belief: a Christian community
2:30pm - 3:45pm
Oasis Lounge, Multi-Faith Chaplaincy
Bread & Belief celebrates Christmas and connection by baking some tasty gingerbread cookies! Whilst we decorate biscuits, we'll explore the Christmas story. All beliefs and perspectives are welcome.
Postcards coloured with crayons on a table Craft and Crumble
5pm - 7pm
Social Space, Chamberlain
Decorate and send postcards (UK and international stamps included!) to loved ones and enjoy a lovely bit of crumble with your Residence Life team. Free for all students in UoB and partner accommodation.

Fri 12th December

An allosaurus skeleton illuminated by red and green light Movie Night at the Museum: Christmas Special
7pm - 8:30pm
Lapworth Museum of Geology
Watch the festive classic The Muppet Christmas Carol at the Lapworth Museum of Geology! Bring your own snacks and watch one of the most iconic Christmas movies next to our Allosaurus Roary! Student tickets £9.37.

Mon 15th December

A carousel illuminated in the dark Christmas carousel on campus!
11am - 6pm
University Square
Take a whirl on our FREE Christmas carousel, right in the centre of campus.
A hand holds a shuttlecock to a racquet, ready to hit Active Residences: Just Play Badminton
3pm - 4pm
Munrow Arena 1, Sport & Fitness Centre
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Tue 16th December

A close up of legs wearing tracksuit bottoms and white trainers, in a dance class Active Residences: Dance Fitness
6pm - 6:40pm
Hampton Room, Chamberlain, The Vale
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.

Wed 17th December

Four students in coats walk across campus Active Residences: Wellbeing Christmas Walk
2pm - 4pm
Meet at Shackleton reception
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.

Thu 18th December

Three rolled black yoga mats stand in a crate Active Residences: Yoga
6pm - 6:40pm
Hampton Room, Chamberlain
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.

Fri 19th December

Four Santa hats Active Residences: Elves v Santas Dodgeball
3pm - 4pm
Slater Hall, Sport & Fitness Centre
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.

Mon 22nd December

A hand holds a shuttlecock to a racquet, ready to hit Active Residences: Just Play Badminton
3pm - 4pm
Munrow Arena 1, Sport & Fitness Centre
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Tue 23rd December

A staff member wearing a santa hat carries a tray with bowls of soup Christmas lunch at The Shack
2pm - 4pm
The Shack, Vale Village
Celebrate the festive season with others staying in halls over the holidays with a special Christmas lunch - with all the trimmings! Open to all in UoB and partner accommodation, £15 (£13.50 with Student Living Plus). Order by 13:00 on 13 December!
A hand an a pool cue on a blue table Active Residences: Just Play Pool
3pm - 4pm
Chamberlain
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Wed 24th December

A student looks at a christmas tree Festive Feast Box collection
11am - 2pm
The Shack, Vale Village
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Order our Festive Feast Box to cover meals over Christmas Day and Boxing Day, plus some extra tasty treats! Order by 13:00 on 13 December, each hamper costs £10.
A table tennis bat and ball Active Residences: Just Play Table Tennis
3pm - 4pm
Shackleton
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Mon 29th December

A hand holds a shuttlecock to a racquet, ready to hit Active Residences: Just Play Badminton
3pm - 4pm
Munrow Arena 1, Sport & Fitness Centre
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Tue 30th December

A hand an a pool cue on a blue table Active Residences: Just Play Pool
3pm - 4pm
Chamberlain
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Wed 31st December

A table tennis bat and ball Active Residences: Just Play Table Tennis
3pm - 4pm
Shackleton
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Mon 5th January

A hand holds a shuttlecock to a racquet, ready to hit Active Residences: Just Play Badminton
3pm - 4pm
Munrow Arena 1, Sport & Fitness Centre
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Tue 6th January

Individual climbing wall Social Sport: Just Climb
3pm - 4pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.
A close up of legs wearing tracksuit bottoms and white trainers, in a dance class Active Residences: Dance Fitness
6pm - 6:40pm
Hampton Room, Chamberlain
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.

Thu 8th January

Three rolled black yoga mats stand in a crate Active Residences: Yoga
6pm - 6:40pm
Hampton Room, Chamberlain
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.

Fri 9th January

Three rolled black yoga mats stand in a crate Active Residences: Yoga
2pm - 2:40pm
Hexagon Room, Pritchatts Park
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.
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