Celebrate the Festival of Lights with us

Students from Penryn Campus are invited to join a special coach trip to Exeter for the University’s spectacular Diwali celebrations. It’s a wonderful chance to enjoy music, food, culture, and fireworks with friends and the wider university community. Families and local residents will also be part of the festivities – everyone is welcome.

🚌 Coach Details (Penryn → Streatham → Penryn)

Date: Sunday 15 November 2026

Pick-up Point: Penryn Campus Bus Stops

• Departure from Penryn: 11:30am

• Arrive in Exeter: 2:15pm (in time for Puja)

• Return coach departs Exeter: 7:15pm (after fireworks)

• Arrive back in Penryn: 9:30pm approx.

👉 Limited places – booking required!

🎉 Programme Highlights at Streatham Campus

14:30 – Puja (Forum). Led by the Hindu Chaplain, open to all.

15:00–17:00 – Activity Stalls (Forum)

• Rangoli designs ✨

• Diya painting (small fee)

• Henna workshops and tattoos (small fee)

• Diwali card & badge making

• Dance workshop 🪩

• Traditional dress try-on

• Storytelling with performances

• Poker (18+, no gambling for money)

15:00–17:00 – Food (Terrace). Delicious traditional vegetarian dishes with chutneys, sauces, pilau rice, and naan.

17:30–18:30 – Diwali Spectacular! (Great Hall)

A show-stopping mix of traditional and contemporary performances by students.

• Doors open: 17:00 (entry closes 17:20 sharp).

• Free entry – limited seating, first come first served.

18:45 – Fireworks Finale 🎆 (rear of XFI Building). Led by the Dhol Drummer – a stunning way to end the evening

✨ Don’t miss this chance to experience one of the most vibrant and colourful cultural celebrations of the year with your fellow students!

Refunding/Cancelling tickets: if you need to refund or cancel your ticket, please email the International Student Experience team intstudentevents@exeter.ac.uk before midday Friday 13 November.

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