University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026
Sat 12 Sept · 19:00
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The University of Greater Manchester’s Official Freshers’ Fest 2026 promises to be an exciting event, with a diverse range of entertainment and activities across various venues in Bolton. From live music performances to food stalls and workshops, it offers something for everyone looking to make new friends and explore the city before starting their university journey. Attendees can purchase a £5 wristband to enjoy everything on offer throughout the day.
University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026!
Official University Of Greater Manchester Freshers Fest 2026!
Your Official Freshers Fest wristband is a must for anyone heading to the University of Greater Manchester this year. Your wristband gets you free access to 8 Freshers events including Disco Bingo, quizzes, one of a kind events and Boltons biggest club nights with celebrity bookings and live performances! All brought to you by UGMSU and Cool It!
Saturday - Eat, Meet & Chill Social @ Orlando Halls from 7pm 🎉 Free Dominos Pizza, Drinks and Snacks!
Followed by
The Cube @ Level Nightclub 🎶 Top DJ sets
🕙 From 11PM - 5am
Kick off your uni life with a massive Saturday night party to remember!
Sunday - Disco Bingo @ The Dragonfly
💃 A mash-up of disco hits & bingo madness
🎁 Prizes to be won
🎤 Hosted fun and wild energy
🕖 Starts at 8PM - 11pm - After party till 2am
Bingo like you’ve never seen before – get glittered up and ready to dance!
Monday - Smartphone Pub Quiz @ The Dragonfly
🧠 Test your knowledge
📱 Bring your phone, team up, and compete for prizes
🎤 Hosted by DK
🕖 Starts at 7PM
The perfect way to meet new people and show off your trivia skills!
Tuesday - Movie Night at The Loft @ UGMSU
🎤 Chill vibes, Free Soft Drinks, Snacks and Popcorn
🕖 Starts at 5PM
Wednesday - Jelly Baby UV Rave @ The Dragonfly
🎧 Live DJ & UV lights
🎨 Free UV face paint
🍭 Jelly baby madness
🕖 Starts at 9pm to 2am
Dress to glow. It’s the brightest night of the fest!
Thursday - Table Top Takeover at The Loft @ UGMSU
🕹️ Retro & modern board games
🎮 Chill hangout + friendly competitions
A low-key night of nostalgia and gaming fun.
🕖 1pm - 4pm
After party @ Dragonfly till 2am
Friday - SKINT @ Level Nightclub
💸 Cheapest drinks in town
🍹 £1.50 doubles, £1.50 shots
🎧 Big Friday night anthems
🕺 Every Friday = SKINT Fridays
Stretch your student loan and party smart!
🕖 Starts at 11pm to 5am
Saturday - The Cube @ Level Nightclub
🎉 Massive club night at the Newly Refurbished Level Nightclub!
📸 Selfies, music, and madness
This Saturday is next level
🕖 Starts at 11pm to 5am
PLUS FREE ENTRY TO LEVEL THROUGHOUT SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER WITH YOUR WRISTBAND!
💥 Follow @ugm.su for updates and tag your photos with #FreshersFest26
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Frequently asked questions
University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026 takes place on Saturday, 12 September 2026 at 19:00. The event runs until Sunday, 20 September 2026.
University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026 is held at Various in Bolton (Bolton, UK).
Tickets for University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026 range from £5 to £15. Live prices and availability are shown on Fatsoma.
Tickets for University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026 can be booked via Fatsoma using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The University of Greater Manchester’s Official Freshers’ Fest 2026 promises to be an exciting event, with a diverse range of entertainment and activities across various venues in Bolton. From live music performances to food stalls and workshops, it offers something for everyone looking to make new friends and explore the city before starting their university journey. Attendees can purchase a £5 wristband to enjoy everything on offer throughout the day.
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University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026!
Official University Of Greater Manchester Freshers Fest 2026!
Your Official Freshers Fest wristband is a must for anyone heading to the University of Greater Manchester this year. Your wristband gets you free access to 8 Freshers events including Disco Bingo, quizzes, one of a kind events and Boltons biggest club nights with celebrity bookings and live performances! All brought to you by UGMSU and Cool It!
Saturday - Eat, Meet & Chill Social @ Orlando Halls from 7pm 🎉 Free Dominos Pizza, Drinks and Snacks!
Followed by
The Cube @ Level Nightclub 🎶 Top DJ sets
🕙 From 11PM - 5am
Kick off your uni life with a massive Saturday night party to remember!
Sunday - Disco Bingo @ The Dragonfly
💃 A mash-up of disco hits & bingo madness
🎁 Prizes to be won
🎤 Hosted fun and wild energy
🕖 Starts at 8PM - 11pm - After party till 2am
Bingo like you’ve never seen before – get glittered up and ready to dance!
Monday - Smartphone Pub Quiz @ The Dragonfly
🧠 Test your knowledge
📱 Bring your phone, team up, and compete for prizes
🎤 Hosted by DK
🕖 Starts at 7PM
The perfect way to meet new people and show off your trivia skills!
Tuesday - Movie Night at The Loft @ UGMSU
🎤 Chill vibes, Free Soft Drinks, Snacks and Popcorn
🕖 Starts at 5PM
Wednesday - Jelly Baby UV Rave @ The Dragonfly
🎧 Live DJ & UV lights
🎨 Free UV face paint
🍭 Jelly baby madness
🕖 Starts at 9pm to 2am
Dress to glow. It’s the brightest night of the fest!
Thursday - Table Top Takeover at The Loft @ UGMSU
🕹️ Retro & modern board games
🎮 Chill hangout + friendly competitions
A low-key night of nostalgia and gaming fun.
🕖 1pm - 4pm
After party @ Dragonfly till 2am
Friday - SKINT @ Level Nightclub
💸 Cheapest drinks in town
🍹 £1.50 doubles, £1.50 shots
🎧 Big Friday night anthems
🕺 Every Friday = SKINT Fridays
Stretch your student loan and party smart!
🕖 Starts at 11pm to 5am
Saturday - The Cube @ Level Nightclub
🎉 Massive club night at the Newly Refurbished Level Nightclub!
📸 Selfies, music, and madness
This Saturday is next level
🕖 Starts at 11pm to 5am
PLUS FREE ENTRY TO LEVEL THROUGHOUT SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER WITH YOUR WRISTBAND!
💥 Follow @ugm.su for updates and tag your photos with #FreshersFest26
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026?
University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026 takes place on Saturday, 12 September 2026 at 19:00. The event runs until Sunday, 20 September 2026.
Where is University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026 taking place?
University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026 is held at Various in Bolton (Bolton, UK).
How much are tickets for University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026?
Tickets for University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026 range from £5 to £15. Live prices and availability are shown on Fatsoma.
How do I get tickets for University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026?
Tickets for University Of Greater Manchester Official Freshers Fest 2026 can be booked via Fatsoma using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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