Countdown to Christmas on campus

Santa Claus is coming to campus!

14:00-18:00

The big man himself will be on campus with his beautiful reindeer. No matter how old you are, there's nothing more exciting than meeting Santa so come along and grab a selfie or two!

Digbeth Dining Trucks

11:00-14:00, next to Old Joe

Leave your boring sandwiches at home and enjoy mouth-watering food from some of the best independent caterers in the UK. The Digbeth Dining Trucks will be on campus all week so you can try something different next time.

Live Music

12:30-13:30

Come and hear today’s selection of festive live music from our very own UoB Music ensembles.

Get crafty with Pause

13:00-15:00, Library Lounge, Main Library

Pop by the Main Library for some Christmas crafts and friendly faces, with Pause. This session is open to all students, including those over the age of 25.

Hall Reps: Jarratt Hall Virtual Escape Room

Brought to you by your Hall Reps, this is your chance to crack a curious Christmas case, with prizes to be won! Book now.

Campus lights and Old Joe switch on!

From 17:00 (lights switch on 17:15)

Christmas will come to life on campus with the Christmas lights switch on. Gather around to see the twinkling lights on the tree and an animated festive projection on to Old Joe. Before the big switch on, get into the Christmas spirit with festive carols and music from 5pm.

University Carol Service

18:15-19:15, Great Hall, Aston Webb

Get together with family and friends and celebrate the joy of Christmas at the University's Carol Service in the prestigious Great Hall. Doors open from 5.30pm. Arrive early to avoid disappointment. Find out more.

Digbeth Dining Trucks

11:00-14:00

Take your pick from some of the tastiest street food, brought to you by the popular Digbeth Dining Club. The Digbeth Dining Trucks will be on campus all week so you can try something different next time!

Live Music

12:30-13:30

Come and hear today’s selection of festive live music from our very own UoB Music ensembles.

Giant Snow Globe

12:00-16:00, University Square

Yep, that's right, we have a Giant Snow Globe on campus so you can take some cool selfies and videos. Don’t forget to share and tag us! #UoBChristmas

Hall Reps: It's Summer Somewhere

15:00-17:00, Aitken, The Vale Village

Join your Hall Reps at Aitken for a blast of summer in December, with an inflatable surfboard, goodie bags, and those summer vibes. Find out more.

Hall Reps: Pritchatt's Christmas 'Pritchmas'

15:00-17:00, Leo's Lounge, Pritchatts Park

Join your Hall Reps at Leo's for a festive film, snacks, and crafts! Find out more.

Hall Reps: Christmas in the Common Room at Oak Brook Park

19:00-21:00, Common Room, Oak Brook Park

Join your Hall Reps at Oak Brook Park for a FREE waffle stand a film to get into the festive spirit. Find out more.

Digbeth Dining Trucks

11:00-14:00

Sample some food delights from our Digbeth Dining trucks.

Live Music

12:30-13:30

Come and hear today’s selection of festive live music from our very own UoB Music ensembles.

Hall Reps: Battery Park Christmas Present

17:00-19:00, Common Room, Battery Park

Join your Hall Reps to get festive - Battery Park style! Head to the Common Room for hot chocolate, tasty snacks, and Christmas crafts. Find out more.

Take to the skies on the Ferris Wheel

12:00-18:00, Green Heart

Take to the skies with the popular fairground ferris wheel. Get a bird's-eye view of campus from all directions. No booking necessary.

Christmas Fair at the Guild of Students

14:00-20:00, Guild of Students

Get your festive spirit on and join this year’s Christmas Fair at the Guild of Students. Find student groups and local businesses selling fantastic gifts, food and clothing. Find out more.

Live Music

12:30-13:30

Come and hear today’s selection of festive live music from our very own UoB Music ensembles.

Christmas Crafts

15:00-17:00, Room 201 in the Arts Building

This activity is open to all students.

Pop in to the Arts Building for some Christmas craft fun. Hosted by the College of Arts and Law, this session is open to students across the University.

Hall Reps: One Christmas Evening at Tennis Courts

17:00-19:00, TC Common Room, Tennis Courts

Join your Hall Reps for a Christmas evening of free crafts, Christmas cards and mince pies!

Strictly Brum Dancing

18:45-21:00, Debating Hall, Guild of Students

Join BALADS for their annual charity fundraiser, Strictly Brum Dancing! Their 'celebrities' have been in training, and are ready to bring you an unforgettable night of sequins, sparkle, and all things Strictly - all while raising money for charity. Find out more.

Hall Reps: Christmas at Jarratt Hall

19:00-21:00, Jarratt Hall

Grab your friends and join your Hall Reps to come and decorate the Jarratt Hall Christmas tree, with decorations made by you! There will also be be FREE crepes, and a present from your Hall Reps. Find out more.

PGR Christmas Quiz – Online

19:00-21:00, online

Available to all postgraduate research students only.

Postgraduate Researchers from all Colleges are invited to take part in our festive quiz, hosted by the Westmere scholars. Don't worry if you are joining alone! The quiz will be against each other, and there will opportunities to talk with other PGRs. The theme of the quiz, is of course, Christmas!

Register for your place online

Take to the skies on the Ferris Wheel

12:00-18:00, Green Heart

Take to the skies with the popular fairground ferris wheel. Get a bird's-eye view of campus from all directions. No booking necessary.

Live Music

12:30-13:30

Come and hear today’s selection of festive live music from our very own UoB Music ensembles.

Christmas Crafts

13:00-13:45, SportExR Atrium

This activity is open to all students.

Pop in to the Arts Building for some Christmas craft fun. Hosted by the College of Life and Environmental Sciences, this session is open to students across the University.

Drop in and Draw at the Barber

13:15-13:45, Barber Institute of Fine Arts

Join the Barber for a fun, social and relaxing drawing session.
It has limited spaces so booking is essential. No drawing experience necessary, all materials provided. Book now.

PG Christmas Crackers make and take

14:00-16:00, Lecture Room 4 (101), Arts Building

Available to all postgraduate students.

Come along for a festive afternoon with your fellow postgraduate students and make a traditional Christmas cracker. Hosted by the College of Arts and Law, this session is open to PG students across the University.

Festive Yoga

16:00-17:00, Library Training Room, 4th floor, Main Library

Unwind and relax with some yoga in the Library Training room, where you will take in the beautiful views of campus and see all the twinkly lights. Book your place.

Hall Reps: Elgar Court Christmas Jumpers Decorating

17:00-19:00, Chamberlain Tower, The Vale

Join your Hall Reps to decorate your own Christmas jumper to take away and enjoy, and pick up your FREE Christmas treat bag too!

Take to the skies on the Ferris Wheel

12:00-18:00, Green Heart

Take to the skies with the popular fairground ferris wheel. Get a bird's-eye view of campus from all directions. No booking necessary.

Live Music

12:30-13:30

Come and hear today’s selection of festive live music from our very own UoB Music ensembles.

Christmas Crafts

13:00-13:45, The Undercroft, Biosciences Building

This activity is open to all students.

Pop in to the Arts Building for some Christmas craft fun. Hosted by the College of Life and Environmental Sciences, this session is open to students across the University.

Christmas Board Game Café

13:00-16:00, downstairs in Costa Coffee, University Centre

Settle in for an afternoon of board games - will you crack the Codenames, go wild for Go Sushi, save the Forbidden Island, or will Ticket to Ride be just the ticket for you? Whether you come with friends, or come alone, our friendly Global Ambassadors will welcome you in - and there's even a free drinks voucher for the first 50 students!

Commuter Students' Christmas Social

13:00-15:00, Mermaid Bar, Guild of Students

Join the Guild of Students for their regular Commuter Students' Social in Mermaid Bar, and meet other local students who travel in to campus. Find out more.

Christmas & 90s Dance Party

16:00-17:00, Sport & Fitness Centre

With your favourite festive tunes, 90s favourites, Christmas lights and dance moves for everyone, this is the ultimate Zumba mash-up party! Book now.

Get crafty with Pause

13:00-15:00, Library Lounge, Main Library

Pop by the Main Library for some Christmas crafts and friendly faces, with Pause. This session is open to all students, including those over the age of 25.

Hall Reps: Christmas Grotto at Chamberlain

19:00-21:00, Chamberlain Ground Floor, The Vale Village

Join your Hall Reps for gingerbread house making, mince pies, Christmas movies, and even a buffet! Find out more.

Take to the skies on the Ferris Wheel

12:00-18:00, Green Heart

Take to the skies with the popular fairground ferris wheel. Get a bird's-eye view of campus from all directions. No booking necessary.

Live Music

12:30-13:30

Come and hear today’s selection of festive live music from our very own UoB Music ensembles.

Postgraduate Networking Mixer

16:00-18:00, Mermaid Bar, Guild of Students

Head to the Guild of Students for their Postgraduate Networking Mixer - a great way to meet other Postgraduate Taught (PGT) and Postgraduate Research (PGR) students! Hosted by your Postgraduate Officer, this event is free of charge. Find out more.

Hall Reps: Tennis Court Festive Feast

17:00-19:00, Tennis Courts - by blocks 14, 15 and 16

Join your Hall Reps for your FREE Christmas dinner in a bap!

Take to the skies on the Ferris Wheel

12:00-18:00, Green Heart

Take to the skies with the popular fairground ferris wheel. Get a bird's-eye view of campus from all directions. No booking necessary.

Christmas jumper day

Join the nation by wearing your favourite Christmas jumper on Christmas Jumper day and help support Save the Children. Find out more.

Westmere PGR Christmas Party

15:00-19:00, Westmere House, Edgbaston Park Road

Available to all postgraduate research students only.

Postgraduate Researchers from all Colleges are invited to get into the festive spirit with a Christmas Party at Westmere House, your PGR Community Hub! We'll have some festive drinks and snacks and a few games, all sound tracked to some classic Christmas songs. Come by yourself to meet new friends, or arrange a get together with your research network.

Register for your place online

Live Music

12:30-13:30

Come and hear today’s selection of festive live music from our very own UoB Music ensembles.

Hall Reps: Mason Christmas Mini Market Bonanza

14:00-16:00, outside Mason Halls, The Vale Village

Join your Hall Reps for FREE hot chocolate, waffles, and non-alcoholic mulled wine at their Christmas bonanza! Find out more.

Hall Reps: Jingle & Mingle at Metalworks

18:00-20:00, Metalworks Common Room

Grab your flatmates and join your Hall Reps to decorate your very own Christmas tree, with some tasty cupcakes to keep you going! Find out more.

Safety Claus is coming to town!

15:00-17:00, Beorma Bar, Guild of Students

Visit your Community Wardens from the Guild of Students for some (elf and) safety advice and equipment to keep your house secure over Christmas! Pick up some freebies, and enjoy some hot drinks and snacks.

Postgraduate Yoga - Monday Wind-down

16:00-17:00, Online via Zoom

Join the University Graduate School for a live, online yoga session. The class is open to all postgraduates (taught and research) and is taught by qualified instructor, Sarah. Register now.

Christmas Crafternoon

12:30-14:30, Room G05, University House

Get crafty and make some traditional British Christmas Crackers for you and your friends! Hosted by the College of Social Sciences, this event is open to all students.

Christmas in these Isles

From 14:00, St Francis Hall, Worship Room, building O2 on the Edgbaston campus map

Join us for food, festive activities, games and discussion on the traditions and meaning of Christmas!

Open to all students, but may be particularly relevant for international students who are staying in Birmingham over the festive period.  

Get crafty with Pause

13:00-15:00, Library Lounge, Main Library

Pop by the Main Library for some Christmas crafts and friendly faces, with Pause. This session is open to all students, including those over the age of 25.

Christmas Board Game Café - hosted by the University Graduate School

13:00-16:00, upstairs in Bramall Music Building, Chancellor's Court

Settle in for an afternoon of board games - will you crack the Codenames, go wild for Go Sushi, save the Forbidden Island, or will Ticket to Ride be just the ticket for you?

Whether you come with friends, or come alone, our friendly Westmere Scholars will welcome you in - and there's even a free drinks voucher for the first 50 students!

Christmas Crafternoon

13:00-15:00, Room G05, University House

Get crafty and make some traditional British Christmas Crackers for you and your friends! Hosted by the College of Social Sciences, this event is open to all students.

Christmas Board Game Café - hosted by our International Student Association

13:00-16:00, upstairs in Bramall Music Building, Chancellor's Court

Settle in for an afternoon of board games - will you crack the Codenames, go wild for Go Sushi, save the Forbidden Island, or will Ticket to Ride be just the ticket for you?

Whether you come with friends, or come alone, our friendly International Students' Association team will welcome you in - and there's even a free drinks voucher for the first 50 students!

PGT Café: Christmas on Campus

15:00-17:00 at the Guild, Mermaid Bar

Open to all postgraduate taught students

Postgraduate taught student staying on campus for the Christmas break? You are warmly invited to join the University Graduate School and Guild of Students for an afternoon
of relaxed Christmas festivities!

Meet some new people, including PGT students from across the University and our new PGT Ambassadors, take part in some informal Christmas traditions, and enjoy traditional British Christmas food and drink

Register for your place online

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