Welcome Week
Ready to meet new people and make memories? Check out our main Welcome Week events below! It's the perfect way to kick off the new academic year.
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Herts SU Isabel Hospice Pop Up Shop
Looking for student essentials without breaking the bank? The Isabel Hospice Pop Up Shop is coming to the Hutton Hub during Freshers, from Monday 21st September to Friday 2nd October....
09:00 - 17:00 21 September 2026
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Campus Cookout
Join us for the ultimate Arrivals Backyard BBQ at our on campus pub - the EleHouse. Whether you’ve just moved in, want to meet new people, or simply fancy some...
14:00 - 20:00 26 September 2026
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Herts Homecoming
Join us for Herts Homecoming, the ultimate welcome celebration before the start of term! Featuring live music, sports, games, creative activities, great food and plenty of opportunities to meet people,...
12:00 - 17:00 27 September 2026
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Speed Friending
Join us for Speed Friending, the perfect event for anyone looking to meet new people, make friends and settle into life at Herts! Whether you've just moved into halls or...
16:00 - 21:00 28 September 2026
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HertSquad Takeover
Kick off your start of term with the HertSquad Takeover! Come along to enjoy free activities, music, games and the chance to win prizes, while finding out everything HertSquad has...
17:00 - 21:00 29 September 2026
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Quiz Night
Grab your smartest friends (or your luckiest ones 👀) and get ready for an evening of brain-teasing questions, friendly competition, and great vibes....
18:00 - 20:00 29 September 2026
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Bite & Browse
Moving into your new home at Herts? Join us at our Move-In Market, designed to help you settle into student life with ease 🛍️🎓...
11:00 - 15:00 30 September 2026
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HertSquad Sports Fair
The HertSquad Sports Fair is your chance to explore the wide range of sports clubs on offer at Herts. Meet current club members, chat to committees and coaches, and find...
11:00 - 15:00 30 September 2026
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Freshers' Festival
Kick-start your university journey at the Freshers Festival! Discover everything Herts has to offer as you meet student societies, sports clubs, and a range of external organisations ready to help...
10:00 - 16:00 1 October 2026
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Drageoke
Join us for Drageoke Night, sing, laugh, and make unforgettable memories!...
15:00 - 20:00 2 October 2026
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HertSquad Free Club Sport taster sessions
Thinking about joining a sports club? Our free Club Sport Taster Sessions are the perfect opportunity to give it a go before committing to a membership....
- 5 October 2026
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HertSquad Active Programme starts
The Active programme is back, with a wide range of free sessions to help you stay active, meet new people and try something new. There's something for everyone. No experience...
- 5 October 2026
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Quiz Night
Grab your smartest friends (or your luckiest ones 👀) and get ready for an evening of brain-teasing questions, friendly competition, and great vibes....
18:00 - 20:00 6 October 2026
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Game On!
Get ready Player One! Meet your match and find new friends! Fully Free Event No sign‑ups, no pressure — just turn up, pick up a controller and join the fun....
17:00 - 21:00 7 October 2026
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Hertstoberfest
Ready to raise a stein and kick off the semester in style? Join us for Hertstoberfest at the EleHouse, where great drinks, good food, and even better company come together...
18:00 - 22:00 8 October 2026