Events in September

Tue 10th September

The Executive Officer team sat at a table in Blends. From left to right: Jack, Holly, Gabby and Pournami. Union on Tour - Leek
10am - 2pm
Leek Campus
Calling all Leek students - the Union is coming to you!

Thu 12th September

The Executive Officer team sat at a table in Blends. From left to right: Jack, Holly, Gabby and Pournami. Union on Tour - Chesterfield
9am - noon
Chesterfield Campus
Calling all Chesterfield students - the Union is coming to you!
The Executive Officer team sat at a table in Blends. From left to right: Jack, Holly, Gabby and Pournami. Union on Tour - Buxton
10am - 2pm
Buxton Campus
Calling all Buxton students - the Union is coming to you!

Sat 14th September

Irah from Chase and Status stood in front of a brick wall. Welcome UV Party ft. Irah
9pm - 3am
Popworld, Derby
Join us at the biggest club in Derby for the official welcome UV launch party with a special live guest performance!

Sun 15th September

Comedy Night with Daniel Foxx
10pm - 3am
Popworld
Comedy night at Popworld Derby with Daniel Foxx!

Mon 16th September

The Big Fat Freshers' Quiz
8pm - 11pm
The Friary
Put your mind to work at The Big Fat Freshers' Quiz!
A club night at Fever looking over a packed dance floor. Mayhem Monday Launch Night
10pm - 4am
Fever, Derby
Join us for your brand new student night!

Tue 17th September

Freshers' Fair event in the Atrium Freshers' Fair Day 1
10am - 3pm
The Atrium & Sports Centre, Kedleston Road
Join us for day 1 of our Freshers' Fair!
Debate - Give it a Go
4pm - 6pm
One Friar Gate Square, Court room
Come and Give it a Go with Debate in the court room at One Friar Gate Square!
Netball - Give it a Go
5pm - 6pm
Outdoor Court, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Netball on the outdoor court!
Rounders - Give it a Go
5pm - 6:30pm
Lower 3G Pitch, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Rounders on the lower 3G pitch!
Musical Theatre - Give it a Go
6pm - 9pm
Britannia Mill, BM119
Calling all performers and tech enthusiasts! Join us for an exciting chance to explore the world of Musical Theatre. Whether you want to shine on stage or explore behind-the-scenes roles, there's a place for you. No registration needed.
Lacrosse - Give it a Go
6:30pm - 8pm
Lower 3G Pitch, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Lacrosse on the lower 3G pitch!
Dance - Give it a Go
7pm - 10pm
Kirtley Dance Studio, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, DE22 1GB
Come and Give it a Go with Dance in the Kirtley Dance Studio!
Games Night
7pm - 11pm
The Hideout
Join the Board and Card Gaming society for an exciting Games Night at The Hideout in Derby! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for a fun evening out, we've got something for everyone.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - Give it a Go
8pm - 10pm
Kirtley Hall, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, DE22 1GB
Come and Give it a Go with BJJ in Kirtley Hall!

Wed 18th September

Freshers' Fair event in the Atrium Freshers' Fair Day 2
10am - 3pm
The Atrium & Sports Centre, Kedleston Road
Join us for day 2 of our Freshers' Fair!
Debate - Give it a Go
4pm - 6pm
One Friar Gate Square, Court room
Come and Give it a Go with Debate in the court room at One Friar Gate Square!
Policing - Meet and Greet
4pm - 7pm
The Mixing House
Feel free to come down at 4pm to The Mixing House, for drinks and a chance to meet and chat to the committee. This will also give you the opportunity to ask about joining the society and even the committee.
Rugby Union Men's - Give it a Go
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lower 3G Pitch, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Rugby Union Men's on the lower 3G pitch!
Climbing - Give it a Go
7pm - 9pm
Climbing Wall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Climbing in the climbing wall!
Rugby Union Men's - Give it a Go
7:30pm - 9pm
Lower 3G Pitch, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Rugby Union Men's on the lower 3G pitch!
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - Give it a Go
8pm - 10pm
Kirtley Hall, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, DE22 1GB
Come and Give it a Go with BJJ in Kirtley Hall!
An image looking over a packed dance floor at Popworld. Rammed Launch Party
10pm - 4am
Popworld, Derby
Join us as Rammed returns for another year of insane parties at Popworld Derby. It doesn’t get any bigger than this! #Rammed

Thu 19th September

Seven potted plants lined up on a set of drawers. There is a variety of plants and sizes. Plant Crazy!
10am - 3pm
Atrium, Kedleston Road
We have Plant Crazy in the Atrium!
Warhammer society give it a go! Bring your army and play, have a go at a demo game or do some painting! 19th September, Kedleston road campus, Room N501 Warhammer - Give it a Go
2pm - 7pm
Kedleston road campus, room N501
Bring your army and play, have a go at a demo game or do some painting!
Anime and Manga - Give it a Go
5pm - 9pm
Kedleston Road Campus, N109
Come and Give it a Go with Anime and Manga in room N109 at the Kedleston Road Campus!
Pole Fitness - Give it a Go
5pm - 7pm
Kirtley Hall, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, DE22 1GB
Come and Give it a Go with Pole Fitness in Kirtley Hall!
Cheerleading - Give it a Go
5:30pm - 7pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Cheerleading in the sports hall!
Squash - Give it a Go
5:30pm - 7pm
Squash Courts, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Squash at the squash courts!
American Football - Give it a Go
6pm - 7:30pm
Lower pitch, sports centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with American Football on the lower 3G pitch!
Musical Theatre - Give it a Go
6pm - 9pm
Britannia Mill, BM119
Calling all performers and tech enthusiasts! Join us for an exciting chance to explore the world of Musical Theatre. Whether you want to shine on stage or explore behind-the-scenes roles, there's a place for you. No registration needed.
Hockey - Give it a Go
7pm - 8:30pm
Saint Benedicts CVA, Duffield Road, Darley Abbey, Derby, DE22 1JD
Come and Give it a Go with Hockey at Saint Benedicts CVA! Please wear suitable sport clothing and don't forget to bring a drink.
Dance - Give it a Go
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Kirtley Dance Studio, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, DE22 1GB
Come and Give it a Go with Dance in the Kirtley Dance Studio!
Futsal Men's - Give it a Go
8:30pm - 10pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Futsal Men's in the sports hall!

Fri 20th September

Debate - Give it a Go
3pm - 5pm
One Friar Gate Square, Court room
Come and Give it a Go with Debate in the court room at One Friar Gate Square!
Board and Card Gaming - Give it a Go
4pm - 7pm
Kedleston Road Campus, Room TBC
Come and Give it a Go with Board and Card Gaming, room TBC!
Imagineers - Give it a Go
4pm - 6pm
Kedleston Road Campus, Room TBC
Come and Give it a Go with Imagineers, room TBC!
Anime and Manga - Give it a Go
5pm - 9pm
Kedleston Road Campus, N410
Come and Give it a Go with Anime and Manga in room N410 at the Kedleston Road Campus!
Publishing Give it a Go - Making Zines!
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kedleston Road Campus, N109
Give it a go! This event is for you to get to know more about us: Who are we? What do we do? What do we have planned for this year? You'll get all the answers at this event, whilst making miniature zines that you can take home!
Taekwon-Do - Give it a Go
6pm - 8pm
Kirtley Dance Studio, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, DE22 1GB
Come and Give it a Go with Taekwon-Do in the Kirtley Dance Studio!
Publishing - Meet & Greet
6:30pm - 7:30pm
The Jonty Farmer
This is an additional meet and greet hosted after our first GIAG session on Friday, 20th September.
Cricket - Give it a Go
7pm - 8:30pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Cricket in the sports hall!
Musician and Band - Give it a Go
7pm - 9pm
Markeaton Street Campus, room MS219A/C
Come and Give it a Go with Musician and Band in the music studios at Markeaton Street Campus, room MS219A/C!
Futsal Women's - Give it a Go
8:30pm - 10pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Futsal Women's in the sports hall!
Students in Popworld at a foam party, covered in foam on the dance floor. Foam VS Paint Party
10pm - 3am
Popworld, Derby
Join us at the biggest club in Derby for a fresher’s classic party but this year with a twist! We will be combining our two biggest events into one epic night! This is going to get messy!

Sat 21st September

Policing Give it a Go - Murder Mystery
11am - 1pm
To Be Confirmed
Want to be a detective or a part of the police? Try a murder mystery to see if this is the one for you! A fun taster session for you to make friends and socialise with other students, as well as other events which will be more tailored to policing.
A bartended in The Hideout pouring some shots. ABBA Brunch
4pm - 7pm
The Hideout, Derby
Join us at The Hideout for 2 hours of bottomless drinks and a meal of choice.

Sun 22nd September

Lacrosse - Give it a Go
noon - 2pm
Sturgess Field, Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 1FT
Come and Give it a Go with Lacrosse on the Sturgess field behind the Jonty Farmer pub!
American Football - Give it a Go
2pm - 4pm
Lower 3G Pitch, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with American Football on the lower 3G pitch!
Archery - Give it a Go
3pm - 5pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Archery in the sports hall!
Rugby Union Women's - Give it a Go
6pm - 7:30pm
Lower 3G Pitch, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Rugby Union Women's on the lower 3G pitch!
Ultimate Rave Bingo. Students in fancy dress sat on long benches at tables. Ultimate Rave Bingo
6pm - 11pm
Popworld, Derby
This is nothing like any other bingo you have ever been to; Ultimate Rave Bingo is a touring bingo show that never performs the same show twice.

Mon 23rd September

Four IKEA flags against a clear blue sky. IKEA Trip
1pm - 5pm
Kedleston Road Campus
Back by popular demand, our IKEA trip is back for the second year in a row. This is the perfect chance to get your essentials and kit out your new room! Pre-booking is essential so head to our website to secure your spot.
Football Women's - Give it a Go
4pm - 5:30pm
Upper 3G Pitch, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Football Women's on the upper 3G pitch!
Pool & Snooker - Give it a Go
5pm - 7pm
Corn Exchange Sports Bar, Albert Street, Derby, DE1 2DS
Come and Give it a Go with Pool and Snooker at the Corn Exchange in town!
Medieval Reenactment - Give it a Go
6pm - 9pm
Kedleston Road Campus, N502
Come and Give it a Go with Medieval Reenactment in room N502 on the Kedleston Road Campus!
Tennis - Give it a Go
6:30pm - 8pm
Tennis Courts, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Tennis on the outdoor tennis courts
Climbing - Give it a Go
7pm - 9pm
Climbing Wall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Climbing in the climbing wall!
History - Quiz Night
7pm - 10pm
Mr Grundys Tavern, 32-34 Ashbourne Road, Derby, DE22 3AD
Test Your Knowledge: History Society's Inaugural Quiz Night!
Hockey - Give it a Go
7pm - 8:30pm
Saint Benedict CVA, Duffield Road, Darley Abbey, Derby, DE22 1JD
Come and Give it a Go with Hockey at Saint Benedicts CVA! Please wear suitable sport clothing and don't forget to bring a drink.
Cheerleading - Give it a Go
8pm - 10pm
Kirtley Hall, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, DE22 1GB
Come and Give it a Go with Cheerleading in Kirtley Hall!
Ice Breaker Quiz Night
8pm - 11pm
The Friary
Quiz night at The Friary is not your average quiz night. Blending interactive and physical elements, this quiz is winnable for all abilities and knowledge.
A club night at Fever looking over a packed dance floor. Mayhem Monday
8pm - 4am
Fever, Derby
Join us for your brand new student night!

Tue 24th September

The Spring Market Fair - lots of market traders in the Atrium. Artisan Alley
10am - 3pm
Atrium, Kedleston Road
Join us at Artisan Alley, a market trader fair with a variety of stalls and with lots of goodies for you to pick up!
Warhammer society give it a go! Bring your army and play, have a go at a demo game or do some painting! 24th September, Kedleston road campus, Room N506 Warhammer - Give it a Go
2pm - 7pm
Kedleston road campus, room N506
Bring your army and play, have a go at a demo game or do some painting!
Netball - Give it a Go
4pm - 5:30pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Netball in the sports hall!
Pole Fitness - Give it a Go
5pm - 7pm
Kirtley Hall, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, DE22 1GB
Come and Give it a Go with Pole Fitness in Kirtley Hall!
Rounders - Give it a Go
5pm - 6:30pm
Lower 3G Pitch, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Rounders on the lower 3G pitch!
Squash - Give it a Go
5:30pm - 7pm
Squash Courts, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Squash at the squash courts!
Lacrosse - Give it a Go
6:30pm - 8pm
Lower 3G Pitch, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Lacrosse on the lower 3G pitch!
Dodgeball - Give it a Go
7pm - 8:30pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Dodgeball in the sports hall!
Movie Night
7pm - 11pm
The Hideout
Join the Musical Theatre and Film & Cinema societies as they host the official freshers' movie night!
Taekwon-Do - Give it a Go
7pm - 8:30pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Taekwon-Do in the sports hall!
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - Give it a Go
8pm - 10pm
Kirtley Hall, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, DE22 1GB
Come and Give it a Go with BJJ in Kirtley Hall!
Students dancing on benches at Stein Strasse Bierkeller Party
10pm - 3am
Stein Strasse
Join us for an unforgettable night at Stein Strasse for the full bierkeller experience with 2-pint steins, massive list of cocktails and benches that you can dance on all night long.

Wed 25th September

Live DJ Fitness Classes
noon - 4pm
Sports Centre
This year’s event is packed with FREE fitness classes, each accompanied by live DJs to keep the energy high and the vibes even higher.
Imagineers - Give it a Go
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Kedleston Road Campus, Room TBC
Come and Give it a Go with Imagineers, room TBC!
five people in a line holding out wine glasses. Mocktail and Quiz Night with Advice
5pm - 7pm
Basecamp, Kedleston Road Campus
Join Advice for a Mocktail and Quiz Night!
Publishing - Give it a Go
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kedleston Road Campus, N406
Come and Give it a Go with Publishing in room N406 at the Kedleston Road Campus!
Climbing - Give it a Go
7pm - 9pm
Climbing Wall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Climbing in the climbing wall!
Musician and Band - Give it a Go
7pm - 9pm
Markeaton Street Campus, room MS219A/C
Come and Give it a Go with Musician and Band in the music studios at Markeaton Street Campus, room MS219A/C!
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - Give it a Go
8pm - 10pm
Kirtley Hall, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, DE22 1GB
Come and Give it a Go with BJJ in Kirtley Hall!
Welcome to the City Pre-Drinks
8pm - 11pm
The Hideout, Derby
A great opportunity for you to socialise with your new fellow students. Come alone or bring a friend – we can’t wait to welcome you!
Students dancing in Popworld at one of their zoo themed parties. Rammed Zoo Party
10pm - 4am
Popworld, Derby
Another classic freshers’ night, it’s the zoo party! Join us at Rammed, the biggest student night in Derby, for the hottest chart music along with some throwback classics.

Thu 26th September

Christian Union - Give it a Go
12:01am - 11:59pm
One Friar Gate Square Campus, Blends
Come and Give it a Go with Christian Union in Blends, One Friar Gate Square! Times TBC.
A selection of leather jackets on a rail Freshers' Sustainability Day ft. Vintage Folk
10am - 3pm
Atrium, Kedleston Road
Join us for a day of all things sustainable - including Vintage Folk Ltd!
Cheerleading - Give it a Go
5:30pm - 7pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Cheerleading in the sports hall!
Tennis - Give it a Go
5:30pm - 7pm
Tennis Courts, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Tennis on the outdoor tennis courts!
Drag Karaoke with Angela Bra
8pm - 11pm
The Friary, Derby
Did someone say Drag Karaoke?!
A dancer in a festival party outfit on stilts with wings in Rev de Cuba. Salsa Party
9pm - 3am
Rev de Cuba, Derby
Welcome to Derby, Amigo’s. Expect live performances, dancers, giveaways and so much more! It’s going to be a night to remember!

Fri 27th September

The Atlantis inflatable water park at Moorways Sports Village. Moorways Water Park Day
12:30pm - 2pm
Moorways Sports Village
Make a splash during freshers' and join us at the Moorways Sports Village for a Water Park Day!
Taekwon-Do - Give it a Go
6pm - 8pm
Kirtley Dance Studio, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, DE22 1GB
Come and Give it a Go with Taekwon-Do in Kirtley Dance Studio!
Cricket - Give it a Go
7pm - 8:30pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Cricket in the sports hall!
Futsal Women's - Give it a Go
8:30pm - 10pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Futsal Women's in the sports hall!
Big Narstie pointing at the camera. Freshers' Finale ft Big Narstie!
10pm - 3am
Popworld, Derby
Let's finish Freshers where it all began - in Popworld! We have a huge guest performance lined up!

Sat 28th September

Give it a go hike to Matlock!
8:15am - 2pm
Derby Bus Station
Join us for a hike around Matlock! Check out our Instagram @uodhikingsoc for more information!
Board and Card Gaming - Give it a Go
noon - 5pm
Britannia Mill, room tbc
Come and Give it a Go with Board and Card Gaming at Britannia Mill, room TBC!

Sun 29th September

Archery - Give it a Go
3pm - 5pm
Sports Hall, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Come and Give it a Go with Archery in the sports hall!

Mon 30th September

The Executive Officer team sat at a table in Blends. From left to right: Jack, Holly, Gabby and Pournami. Union on Tour - Peak Court
noon - 4pm
Peak Court
Calling all Peak Court residents! Come and meet the Union!
Football Women's - Give it a Go
4pm - 5:30pm
Upper 3G Pitch, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
Pool & Snooker - Give it a Go
5pm - 7pm
Corn Exchange Sports Bar, Albert Street, Derby, DE1 2DS
Medieval Reenactment - Give it a Go
6pm - 9pm
Kedleston Road Campus, Room N502
Come and Give it a Go with Medieval Reenactment in room N502 on the Kedleston Road Campus!
Rugby Union Women's - Give it a Go
6pm - 7:30pm
Lower 3G Pitch, Sports Centre, Kedleston Road Campus
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