Upcoming Events Thu 30th July Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Fri 31st July Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Sat 1st August Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Midwifery ✨ The Midwifery Society Summer Ball 2026 ✨ 1st August 6:30pm - 11:59pm ✨ Join us for the Midwifery Society Summer Ball 2026! An elegant evening of dining, dancing, and celebration at The Old Bell, Derby. Open to students and staff come together for a night to remember, full of celebrations of our achievements! ✨ Sun 2nd August Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Mon 3rd August Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Tue 4th August Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Wed 5th August Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Thu 6th August Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Fri 7th August Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Environmental & Sustainability 130 Years of Geosciences - Reunion 7th August 5pm - 9pm Come and celebrate 130 years of geosciences between the 7-9th August 2026. Sat 8th August Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Environmental & Sustainability 130 Years of Geosciences - Discovery Day 8th August 10am - 4pm Come and celebrate 130 years of geosciences between the 7-9th August 2026. Sun 9th August Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Environmental & Sustainability 130 Years of Geosciences - Field Trips 9th August 9am - 6pm Come and celebrate 130 years of geosciences between the 7-9th August 2026. Mon 10th August Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Tue 11th August Video Games & eSports NSE Summer - League of Legends 30th June 6:45pm - 11th August 9:15pm Online Derby Raptors will be participating in the National Student Esports Summer Championship Further information is available in our discord, found on our society page. ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Fri 4th September Union of Students Origami Workshop (Online) 4th September 5:30pm - 7pm Online Discover the art of paper folding in this relaxing and creative Origami Workshop! Freshers/Refreshers | ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Union of Students International Student Q&A 4th September 6pm - 8pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Got questions about studying, living and settling into university as an international student? Come along to our International Student Q&A! Freshers/Refreshers Sat 5th September Union of Students How To: Online Shopping 5th September 1:30pm - 2pm Online & FG105 (One Friar Gate Square campus) As a student who struggles for a with ability, heavy lifting big shop, or just someone who wants to stay home – having Online Shopping skills and options are essential! Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students Supermarket Trip 5th September 2pm - 4pm Meet outside One Friar Gate Square Join us on a trip to the supermarket to help you get to know your local shop! Freshers/Refreshers Sun 6th September Union of Students Coffee Hour (Online) 6th September 9:30am - 10:30am Online Grab your favourite hot drink and join students from around the world for an informal coffee hour! Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students Global Cafe 6th September 3pm - 7pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Fancy meeting new people, making friends and getting to know different cultures? Come along to our Global Cafe! Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students Virtual Pictionary 6th September 5pm - 7pm Online Put your drawing skills to the test in this fun and fast-paced online version of the classic game! Freshers/Refreshers | ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Fri 11th September Union of Students Scavenger Hunt (Online) 11th September 6pm - 7pm Online Race against the clock to find unusual household items, complete fun challenges, and earn points throughout this fast-paced virtual scavenger hunt! Freshers/Refreshers | ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Union of Students There's No Place like Home: Room Decorating 11th September 7pm - 9pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Want to make yourself at home fast? Decorate! Don't know where to start? Start with us - and your room! Freshers/Refreshers Sat 12th September Union of Students Welcome Quiz Night 12th September 6pm - 7pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Test your knowledge, join a team and meet other students at our fun and friendly quiz night! Freshers/Refreshers Sun 13th September Union of Students Supermarket Trip 13th September 11am - 1pm Meet outside One Friar Gate Square Join us on a trip to the supermarket to help you get to know your local shop! Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students How To: Online Shopping 13th September 1pm - 2pm Online & FG105 (One Friar Gate Square campus) As a student who struggles for a with ability, heavy lifting big shop, or just someone who wants to stay home – having Online Shopping skills and options are essential! Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students Speed Friend-Making 13th September 5pm - 7pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space New to Derby? Join us to make new friends in your new home! Mon 14th September Union of Students Hydration Station 14th September 10am - 2pm The Kitchen, Kedleston Road Stay hydrated! Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students Spin the pizza wheel! 14th September 11am - 3pm The Kitchen, Kedleston Road Could you win a free pizza? Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students Diagnostics and Clinical Intervention Course Meet-Up 14th September 5pm - 6pm Union Social Space (Kedleston Road campus) Join fellow Diagnostics & Clinical Intervention students to meet others studying similar subjects! Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students Officer Showdown: Game Show Night 14th September 7pm - 8:30pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Looking to meet new people and have some fun? Join your Student Officers for a game show inspired evening! Freshers/Refreshers Tue 15th September Union of Students Freshers' Fair 15th September 10am - 4pm Kedleston Road Your introduction to student life, our incredible two day Freshers' Fair is here! Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students Welcome Movie Night 15th September 7pm - 9pm FG301 (One Friar Gate Square campus) Join us for a relaxed Welcome Movie Night! Freshers/Refreshers Wed 16th September Union of Students Freshers' Fair 16th September 10am - 4pm Kedleston Road Your introduction to student life, our incredible two day Freshers' Fair is here! Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students How To: Getting a Job 16th September 1pm - 2pm MS222 (Markeaton Street campus) This workshop will help you understand the opportunities available while studying to develop valuable skills and gain experience that will improve your future employability. Freshers/Refreshers Thu 17th September Union of Students It's all about MATCHA! 17th September 10am - 5pm The Kitchen, Kedleston Road Sample a range of Matcha drinks and food items designed to entice the taste buds. Freshers/Refreshers Fri 18th September Union of Students Pyramid Posters Pop-Up 18th September 10am - 3pm Atrium, Kedleston Road New home, new you. How about some posters for your wall to make your new room feel more like home? Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students Late night coffee 18th September 5:30pm - 7pm Blends Cavendish Take a break from unpacking or studying. Freshers/Refreshers Sat 19th September Union of Students Boardgame Afternoon 19th September noon - 5pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Join us for an afternoon of board games, friendly competition and great company. Freshers/Refreshers Sun 20th September Union of Students Bake Along (Online) 20th September noon - 2pm Online Bake from the comfort of your own kitchen for under £20 while following a live demonstration. Freshers/Refreshers | ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Union of Students Singo Bingo & Hot Dogs 20th September 8:15pm - 10pm St Werburgh's Church, Friar Gate Think classic bingo, but with a musical twist! Freshers/Refreshers Mon 21st September Union of Students Student Choice Movie Night 21st September 6:30pm - 8:30pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space You choose the film! Vote for your favourite from a shortlist and join us for a fun evening with fellow students at One Friar Gate Square. Freshers/Refreshers Tue 22nd September Union of Students Mario Kart Competition 22nd September 5pm - 7pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Put your racing skills to the test in our Mario Kart tournament! Freshers/Refreshers Wed 23rd September Union of Students Tote Bag Decorating 23rd September noon - 2pm BMG08 (Britannia Mill campus) Get creative and personalise your own tote bag! Freshers/Refreshers Thu 24th September Union of Students Artisan Alley 24th September 10am - 3pm Atrium, Kedleston Road Love handmade goodies and supporting small businesses? Artisan Alley is the place for you! Freshers/Refreshers Fri 25th September Union of Students How To: Getting a Job 25th September 1pm - 2pm N307 (Kedleston Road campus) This workshop will help you understand the opportunities available while studying to develop valuable skills and gain experience that will improve your future employability. Freshers/Refreshers Sun 27th September Union of Students Picnic in the Park 27th September 1pm - 3:30pm Meet outside Markeaton Street campus Join us for a relaxed afternoon at Markeaton Park. Enjoy games, conversation and the chance to meet fellow students in one of Derby's most popular green spaces. Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students Sketch Along (Online) 27th September 5:30pm - 7pm Online Get creative and unwind with our guided Sketch Along session. Follow step-by-step instructions to create your own artwork while chatting with other students in a relaxed environment. Freshers/Refreshers | ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Mon 28th September Union of Students How To: Manage Your Money 28th September 12:30pm - 1:30pm N307 (Kedleston Road campus) Want to learn practical ways to budget effectively, save money, and make the most of student discounts? Join us for the budgeting workshop! Freshers/Refreshers Tue 29th September Union of Students Community Connector Fair 29th September 10am - 3pm Atrium, Kedleston Road Missed someone at the Freshers Fair or still deciding which communities to join? The Communities Connector Fair is your chance to reconnect and explore what's on offer! Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students How To: Getting a Job 29th September 3pm - 4pm Online This workshop will help you understand the opportunities available while studying to develop valuable skills and gain experience that will improve your future employability. Freshers/Refreshers | ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Union of Students Boardgame Night 29th September 4pm - 7pm N502, Kedleston Road campus Join us for an evening of board games, friendly competition and great company. Freshers/Refreshers Wed 30th September Union of Students Throwback Movie Night 30th September 6:30pm - 8:30pm HEAP Lecture Theatre (Kedleston Road campus) Take a trip down memory lane with a screening of a much loved classic. Freshers/Refreshers Thu 1st October Union of Students How To: Navigate Student Life 1st October noon - 2pm Union Social Space (Kedleston Road campus) An interactive drop-in session to help you discover the essentials of university life! Freshers/Refreshers Fri 2nd October Union of Students Book Club - Welcome to Prythian 2nd October 5pm - 7pm Union Social Space, Kedleston Road Step into Prythian and join fellow readers for the first chapter of our fantasy book club series! This month, we'll be exploring A Court of Thorns and Roses through themed activities, creative crafts, and lively discussion. Freshers/Refreshers Sat 3rd October Union of Students Charity Shop Crawl 3rd October 1pm - 3pm Meet at Oxfam Books & Music (The Strand, Derby, DE1 1BQ) Join us for a fun and affordable adventure around Derby city centre. Explore local charity shops, hunt for hidden gems, complete challenges and meet fellow students while discovering some of Derby's best bargain spots! Sun 4th October Union of Students Online Watch Party 4th October 7pm - 9pm Online Join us for a online watch party! Share your thoughts, favourite moments, theories, and recommendations in a welcoming space designed for fans to connect and chat. Freshers/Refreshers Mon 5th October Union of Students How To: Getting a Job 5th October 11am - noon CB320 (Cavendish Building campus) This workshop will help you understand the opportunities available while studying to develop valuable skills and gain experience that will improve your future employability. Freshers/Refreshers Wed 7th October Union of Students Sustainability Fair 7th October 10am - 4pm Atrium, Kedleston Road Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students No Such Thing As a Silly Question 7th October 1pm - 2pm Online This is an online session designed to give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about university life or the support available through the Union of Students. Freshers/Refreshers | ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Thu 8th October Union of Students How To: Manage Your Money 8th October 10am - 11am CB320 (Cavendish Building campus) Want to learn practical ways to budget effectively, save money, and make the most of student discounts? Join us for the budgeting workshop! Freshers/Refreshers Union of Students Black Students Connector Event 8th October 6pm - 7:30pm Social Space, Kedleston Road Meet fellow Black students, celebrate community and discover opportunities to connect, collaborate and support one another throughout the year Union of Students Comedy Movie Night 8th October 6pm - 8pm HEAP Lecture Theatre (Kedleston Road campus) Looking for a laugh? Join us for a comedy film screening and a relaxed evening with fellow students. Freshers/Refreshers Fri 9th October Union of Students Late night coffee 9th October 5:30pm - 7pm Blends Cavendish Meet other students, enjoy a welcoming, low-pressure social space. Freshers/Refreshers Sat 10th October Union of Students World Mental Health Day 10th October 11am - 2pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space World Mental Health Day will bring together the University, the Union of Students and local organisations to promote positive mental health and highlight the support available to students. Freshers/Refreshers Sun 11th October Union of Students Make Your Own Pizza Night 11th October noon - 2pm Flamstead Court (Kedleston Road) Join us for the Union's Pizza Night and kick off Freshers' with great food and even better company! Create your own delicious pizza from a wide selection of toppings before it’s freshly cooked. Freshers/Refreshers Mon 12th October Union of Students How To: Manage Your Money 12th October 10am - 11am Online Want to learn practical ways to budget effectively, save money, and make the most of student discounts? Join us for the budgeting workshop! Freshers/Refreshers | ATTR – Virtual (online) Event Tue 13th October Union of Students Boardgame Night 13th October 4pm - 7pm N502, Kedleston Road campus Join us for an evening of board games, friendly competition and great company. Freshers/Refreshers Wed 14th October Union of Students How To: Navigate Student Life 14th October noon - 2pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space An interactive drop-in session to help you discover the essentials of university life! Freshers/Refreshers Sun 18th October Union of Students Sunday Brunch Club 18th October 10am - 11am One Friar Gate Square Social Space Ease into the weekend with a relaxed brunch alongside other new students. Enjoy great food, hot drinks, and friendly conversation in a welcoming atmosphere. Freshers/Refreshers Tue 20th October Union of Students How To: Manage Your Money 20th October 1pm - 2pm BM113 (Britannia Mill campus) Want to learn practical ways to budget effectively, save money, and make the most of student discounts? Join us for the budgeting workshop! Freshers/Refreshers Fri 23rd October Union of Students Mocktail Making 23rd October noon - 2pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Join us to learn how to create delicious alcohol-free cocktails while meeting new people in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Freshers/Refreshers Sat 24th October Union of Students Musical Movie Night 24th October 6pm - 8pm MS125 (Markeaton Street campus) Sing along to your favourite songs and enjoy a feel-good evening packed with music, entertainment and community. Freshers/Refreshers Tue 27th October Union of Students Halloween Movie Night 27th October 7pm - 9pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Join us for a spooky Movie Night! Freshers/Refreshers Fri 30th October Union of Students Book Club - An Evening in the Night Court 30th October 5pm - 7pm Union Social Space, Kedleston Road Whether you're a long-time fan of fantasy or discovering the series for the first time, this is a welcoming space to meet like-minded students, make new friends, and journey through each book together as we continue with the next title in the series. Freshers/Refreshers