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    Events in October

    Thu 1st October

    Bower Ashton Welcome Fair 2026
    11am - 3pm
    A Block, Bower Ashton Campus
    City Campus Students - The Bower Welcome Fair is your go-to for everything you need to know about life at UWE Bristol.!
    Free Drug Testing Kits @ Bower Freshers Fair
    11am - 3pm
    B Block, Room 0B018.
    Come and pick up a free drug testing kit and have a confidential chat with someone from the drop who can answer any questions and provide some harm reduction advice.
    passport to friendship
    noon - 1pm
    At the hub in H Block - Glenside campus
    Pick up your "Passport to Friendship" and enjoy fun conversation to earn stamps as you chat, laugh and get to know other students.
    Community Listening Exercise confidential 1:1
    2pm - 3:45pm
    Following recent developments, including the Supreme Court ruling, EHRC guidance, updates to the Trans and Non-Binary Policy, UWE Bristol has commissioned an independent Community Listening Exercise for staff and students. 45 min 1:1 slots.
    STUDENT LIFE SUPER SMASH BROS TOURNAMENT
    5:30pm - 8:30pm
    Purdown View Student Hub, Frenchay Campus
    You have to be in it to win it! Think you've got what it takes to be the last fighter standing
    BIG HELLO – GOSPEL CHOIR CENTRE FOR MUSIC
    7:30pm - 9:30pm
    Room 2B025, B Block, Frenchay Campus
    UWE Singers welcomes you back. Director, Joe Cryan is planning a full programme of rehearsals, including performances at St George's Bristol and Aerospace Bristol.

    Fri 2nd October

    UKFinnovator Bristol: FinTech & Blockchain Talent Accelerator
    2nd October 9am - 4th October 5pm
    Enterprise Park 1
    Join the UKFinnovator Bristol: FinTech & Blockchain Talent Accelerator and Shape the Future of Sustainable FinTech, Together
    Plant Pot Decorating (Bower Ashton)
    noon - 2pm
    A block shared space, Bower Ashton Campus
    Dercorate a pot and plant some seeds!
    Sip 'N' Paint (Frenchay)
    noon - 2pm
    Upper Engagement Space, Union 1
    Come along and enjoy some soft drinks whilst you paint and meet new people!
    STUDENT LIFE'S GOT TALENT WITH STUDENT LIFE
    6pm - 9:30pm
    Room 2D07, D Block, Frenchay Campus
    Got a hidden talent? Now's your chance to show it off! Join us for a fun-filled evening of live performances, audience voting, and great vibes.

    Sat 3rd October

    UKFinnovator Bristol: FinTech & Blockchain Talent Accelerator
    2nd October 9am - 4th October 5pm
    Enterprise Park 1
    Join the UKFinnovator Bristol: FinTech & Blockchain Talent Accelerator and Shape the Future of Sustainable FinTech, Together
    SIP AND PAINT PAINT AN AFFIRMATION JAR WITH STUDENT LIFE
    3pm - 6pm
    Room 3S501, S Block, Frenchay Campus
    Join us for a relaxing Sip and Paint session where you'll paint and decorate your own affirmation jar, then fill it with positive messages that remind you of your strengths and worth.

    Sun 4th October

    UKFinnovator Bristol: FinTech & Blockchain Talent Accelerator
    2nd October 9am - 4th October 5pm
    Enterprise Park 1
    Join the UKFinnovator Bristol: FinTech & Blockchain Talent Accelerator and Shape the Future of Sustainable FinTech, Together

    Mon 5th October

    TAKE A BREAK FROM LECTURES AT GLENSIDE WITH STUDENT LIFE
    10:30am - 1:30pm
    Glenside Library, Glenside Campus
    Come along, grab a drink, and enjoy a well-earned break – completely free!
    Create your own body butter at Bower.
    noon - 2pm
    A block shared space -Bower Ashton Campus, Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT.
    create your own custom body butter using natural ingredients in a fun, relaxed, and mindful environment with Wadziies Little shop.
    Shrinky Dink Key Chain and Jewellery Making
    1pm - 4pm
    Upper Engagement Space, Union 1, Frenchay Campus
    Join us and make your own keychain or jewellery using shrink plastic plus vibrant markers and chalks!
    Community Listening Exercise (1:1 Confidential)
    2pm - 3:45pm
    Following recent developments, including the Supreme Court ruling, EHRC guidance, updates to the Trans and Non-Binary Policy, UWE Bristol has commissioned an independent Community Listening Exercise for staff and students. 45 min 1:1 slots.

    Tue 6th October

    PGR Community Fair
    11am - 3pm
    Union 1
    Come to Union 1 on Frenchay to meet other Postgraduate Research students at UWE Bristol and engage in community activities such as panel discussions, poster presentations and stalls.
    FREE TASTER GUITAR LESSONS CENTRE FOR MUSIC
    noon - 2:30pm
    Centre for Music, the Farmhouse, Frenchay Campus
    A relaxed lesson to try out our small group mini course. Bring your own guitar or use one of ours.
    LEARN TO CROCHET WITH STUDENT LIFE
    5:30pm - 8:30pm
    Room 2D007, Frenchay Campus
    Learn to Crochet from Scratch!

    Wed 7th October

    Global Café: cyber security
    10am - 1pm
    Global Lounge, Room 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
    Come along to the Global Café: Cyber Security event and play Frank’s Café – a series of games designed by UWE Bristol students.
    FREE TASTER SINGING LESSONS CENTRE FOR MUSIC
    11am - 1pm
    Centre for Music, the Farmhouse, Frenchay Campus
    Our incredibly popular singing sessions offer this relaxed lesson to try out our small group mini course.
    Lifting Taster Session #2
    1pm - 3pm
    Everlast Gym, Unit 3, Fox Den Rd, Stoke Gifford, Bristol BS34 8SP
    Hey! We're really happy that you're thinking of trying out the lifting club. Please fill out this google form to sign up, this will just help with monitoring numbers, find out who's coming and communicate with you with any updates. See you soon! :)
    Autism Support Group
    3pm - 4pm
    Wallscourt Park Common Room.
    Term time monthly group offering a relaxed, informal safe place to meet other students who identify as autistic .
    FREE TASTER ABLETON LIVE 12 TASTER SESSION CENTRE FOR MUSIC
    6:30pm - 8:30pm
    Centre for Music, the Farmhouse, Frenchay Campus
    Interested in making music, creating beats, or producing tracks?

    Thu 8th October

    First Crafty club of the year at Bower - make a bag buddy
    noon - 2pm
    A block shared space -Bower Ashton Campus, Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT.
    Come to the first crafty club of the year and make a simple (or not so simple) bag buddy!
    FREE TASTER DRUM LESSONS CENTRE FOR MUSIC
    noon - 2pm
    Centre for Music, the Farmhouse, Frenchay Campus
    Come and try our drum lessons for free before signing up for our four-week course.
    Community Listening Exercise (1:1 Confidential)
    2pm - 4:45pm
    Following recent developments, including the Supreme Court ruling, EHRC guidance, updates to the Trans and Non-Binary Policy, UWE Bristol has commissioned an independent Community Listening Exercise for staff and students. 45 min 1:1 slots.
    KARAOKE AND PIZZA NIGHT WITH STUDENT LIFE
    5:30pm - 8:30pm
    Purdown View MOVE Studio, Frenchay Campus
    This one’s going to be a night to remember — you’ll want to be there!

    Fri 9th October

    FREE TASTER PIANO LESSONS CENTRE FOR MUSIC
    11am - 1:30pm
    Centre for Music, the Farmhouse, Frenchay Campus
    Come and try our piano lessons for free before signing up for our four-week course
    Clothes Mending & Modifying Workshop with Rethrindle CIC
    noon - 2pm
    A block shared space, Bower Ashton Campus
    Learn to repair and re-energise your old clothing with Rethrindle CIC.
    SALSA NIGHT LET’S GET DANCING WITH STUDENT LIFE
    5:30pm - 8:30pm
    MOVE Studio Purdown View, Frenchay Campus
    Join us for a lively evening of salsa tuition with the marvellous Angie from SALSAJOY. Show off your best moves, learn some new ones, and keep the rhythm going with practice afterwards.

    Sun 11th October

    THE SIX TRIPLE EIGHT CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH
    5:30pm - 8:30pm
    MOVE Studio Purdown View, Frenchay Campus
    Join us for a special Black History Month screening of The Six Triple Eight, the remarkable true story of the only all-Black, all-female battalion to serve overseas during World War II.

    Mon 12th October

    TAKE A BREAK FROM LECTURES WITH STUDENT LIFE
    10:30am - 1:30pm
    Room 2D11, The Space, Frenchay Campus
    Drop in for a relaxed continental breakfast with delicious pastries, fresh fruit, and hot coffee.
    Community Listening Exercise (online)
    noon - 1pm
    Online
    Following recent developments, including the Supreme Court ruling, EHRC guidance, updates to the Trans and Non-Binary Policy, UWE Bristol has commissioned Advance HE to lead an independent Community Listening Exercise for staff and students.
    Community Listening Exercise (1:1 Confidential)
    2:30pm - 4:15pm
    Following recent developments, including the Supreme Court ruling, EHRC guidance, updates to the Trans and Non-Binary Policy, UWE Bristol has commissioned an independent Community Listening Exercise for staff and students. 45 min 1:1 slots.

    Tue 13th October

    Fabric Printing: Dye Sublimation with Blue Roll Press at Bower
    noon - 2pm
    A block shared space -Bower Ashton Campus, Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT.
    This workshop is run by Bristol based Print Collective, Blue Roll Press, try out Fabric Printing : dye Sublimation,
    International student drop in
    noon - 1:30pm
    Outside Onezone, Frenchay Campus.
    Find out more about the academic and language support UWE offers international students or ask a question about a course assignment you are working on.
    Hoops Against Hate Wheelchair Basketball
    1pm - 3:45pm
    Centre for Sport, Frenchay Campus
    As part of Hate Crime Awareness Week, UWE Bristol is teaming up with Avon and Somerset Police for a wheelchair basketball event. There will be free food whilst stocks last and chances to win prizes.
    LEARN TO CROCHET FROM SCRATCH! WITH STUDENT LIFE ASSISTANT SAMA
    4:30pm - 7:30pm
    Glenside Library, Glenside Campus
    Ever wanted to learn how to crochet completely from the beginning?

    Wed 14th October

    Global café: Wellbeing Get-2gether
    noon - 1pm
    Global Lounge, Room 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
    A get together to have fun and meet new friends.

    Thu 15th October

    Free Drug Testing Kits @ Frenchay
    11am - 3pm
    Meeting Room 4, Students Union Building 1
    Come and pick up a free drug testing kit and have a confidential chat with someone from the drop who can answer any questions and provide some harm reduction advice.
    International student drop in at Bower
    noon - 2pm
    A block shared space -Bower Ashton Campus, Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT.
    Find out more about the academic and language support UWE offers international students or ask a question about a course assignment you are working on.
    Nature Gelli Printing at Bower
    noon - 3pm
    Bower Ashton campus, A Block Shared Space
    Join us for Nature Gelli painting and create your very own print to decorate your room!
    DJ WORKSHOP CENTRE FOR MUSIC
    4pm - 6pm
    Learn the Basics of DJing with DJ Elley Phunk

    Fri 16th October

    DJ workshop with Elley Phunk at Bower
    noon - 2pm
    Students' Union Cafe and Bar-Bower Ashton Campus, Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT.
    Become empowered through DJ workshops. This session run by DJ Elley Phunk is designed to increase confidence in using contemporary and relatable sound equipment, whilst providing the power to connect people through the enjoyment of music.
    Greener Futures Launch Social
    2pm - 4pm
    MR1, Students Union Building 1, Frenchay Campus
    Get stuck into Greener Futures with a range of sutainable craft activities!
    CARROM BOARD EVENING WITH STUDENT LIFE
    5:30pm - 8:30pm
    Purdown View Hub, Frenchay Campus
    Think you've got what it takes to master the board? Come along to our Carrom Board Evening!
    BME Speed Friending: REP YOUR FLAG!
    6pm - 9pm
    Union 2, The Students' Union Frenchay Campus
    All students welcome! Come and join us for our popular speed-friending event, and if you can, come dressed in your county's flag colours!

    Sat 17th October

    BRISTOL ZOO WILD PLACE STUDENT LIFE ARE GOING TO THE WOODS
    11:15am - 4pm
    The Student Life Team will leave the Frenchay Campus at 11.30 - please meet them at the bus stops by 11.15. Alternatively you can meet the team at the venue at 12.15 (Address: Zoo Project, Blackhorse Hill, Bristol BS10 7TP).
    Enjoy an outdoors trip and discover the wildlife at this incredible space.

    Sun 18th October

    HALLOWEEN CRAFT EVENT AT GLENSIDE PAINT SPOOKY CERAMICS
    2pm - 5pm
    Glenside Library, Glenside Campus
    Join the student life team for a Halloween craft event. Come and decorate a spooky tea light holder. We will provide material and equipment - including an electric candle.

    Mon 19th October

    PAINT A TOTE BAG STUDENT LIFE CRAFT EVENT
    5:30pm - 8:30pm
    S Block, Room 3S501, Frenchay Campus
    Express yourself and honour Black history in this hands-on, drop-in painting event!

    Tue 20th October

    International student drop in
    noon - 1:30pm
    Outside Onezone, Frenchay Campus.
    Find out more about the academic and language support UWE offers international students or ask a question about a course assignment you are working on.
    GUIDE DOG VISIT AT GLENSIDE COME MEET THE DOGS WITH STUDENT LIFE
    2pm - 4pm
    Outside of Glenside Library, Glenside Campus
    The dogs are coming! Join us in Glenside Library and enjoy an afternoon of puppy fun.

    Wed 21st October

    Community Listening Exercise (in person)
    noon - 1pm
    Meeting Room 1, Frenchay
    Following recent developments, including the Supreme Court ruling, EHRC guidance, updates to the Trans and Non-Binary Policy, UWE Bristol has commissioned Advance HE to lead an independent Community Listening Exercise for staff and students.

    Thu 22nd October

    Air dry clay ghosts at Bower
    noon - 2pm
    A block shared space -Bower Ashton Campus, Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT.
    Make your own air dry clay ghost or decorate a ready made one.
    International student drop in at Bower
    noon - 2pm
    A block shared space -Bower Ashton Campus, Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT.
    Find out more about the academic and language support UWE offers international students or ask a question about a course assignment you are working on.
    Starting Block activity at Glenside: ‘Studying in the UK’
    noon - 1pm
    Room 2D009 Glenside
    Studying in the UK – top tips for new international students Participate in activities to improve your critical thinking skills, explore time management tools, and learn strategies to better understand UK accents.
    Starting Block activity at Bower: ‘Studying in the UK’
    2pm - 3pm
    Room 1B001, Bower Ashton
    Studying in the UK – top tips for new international students Participate in activities to improve your critical thinking skills, explore time management tools, and learn strategies to better understand UK accents.

    Fri 23rd October

    Black History Month Hall of Fame
    noon - 2pm
    D Block corridor, Frenchay Campus opposite OneZone
    Mo, The Students' Union president and Thayu the BME Officer, are honouring our community by showcasing inspiring students and staff to be part of their 'Black History Hall of Fame'. Join us for the unveiling ceremony at 12.
    Create your own body butter at Glenside
    noon - 2pm
    create your own custom body butter using natural ingredients in a fun, relaxed, and mindful environment with Wadziies Little shop.
    Starting Block activity: ‘Studying in the UK’
    1pm - 2pm
    Room 4D024 Frenchay
    Studying in the UK – top tips for new international students Participate in activities to improve your critical thinking skills, explore time management tools, and learn strategies to better understand UK accents.

    Sun 25th October

    HALLOWEEN FILM NIGHT- TIM BURTON EVENING WITH STUDENT LIFE
    5:30pm - 8:30pm
    MOVE Studio Purdown View, Frenchay Campus
    We will get out the beans bags, the hot drinks and snacks, and snuggle down for a fun and spooky film evening. Movies: Frankenweenie and Sleepy Hollow

    Mon 26th October

    An image with a megaphone, and the words STUDENT REP CONFERENCE Student Rep Conference #1
    5pm - 7pm
    Hybrid, room announcement to come.
    Student Rep Conference is a platform for Student Reps, Lead School Reps and the VP Education to gather, discuss, and address issues affecting students.
    HALLOWEEN CRAFT EVENT PAINT SPOOKY CERAMICS
    5:30pm - 8:30pm
    MOVE Studio Purdown View, Frenchay Campus
    Join the student life team for a Halloween craft event. Come and decorate a spooky tea light holder. We will provide material and equipment - including an electric candle.

    Tue 27th October

    Virtual Epilepsy Education Part 1 - for Student Nurses and Midwives
    10am - noon
    Online Event
    Part 1: The basics of epilepsy. A free practical 90-minute session designed specifically for student nurses and student midwives.
    International student drop in
    noon - 1:30pm
    Outside Onezone, Frenchay Campus.
    Find out more about the academic and language support UWE offers international students or ask a question about a course assignment you are working on.
    HALLOWEEN PARTY GLENSIDE CAMPUS IT’S SPOOKY SEASON!
    6pm - 9pm
    Glenside Campus Room OSC014
    Join Us for the Ultimate University Halloween Party! Get ready for a night of thrills, chills, and an unforgettable fun Halloween Bash!

    Wed 28th October

    Safety pop up with UWE Police at Bower
    noon - 1:30pm
    A block shared space -Bower Ashton Campus, Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT.
    Come and chat to the UWE Police, about any safety concerns that you have or find out about Apps, websites and organisations that can help keep you safe.

    Thu 29th October

    Free Drug Testing Kits @ Bower
    11am - 3pm
    B Block, Room 0B018.
    Come and pick up a free drug testing kit and have a confidential chat with someone from the drop who can answer any questions and provide some harm reduction advice.
    Smoke Free Bristol at Frenchay
    11:30am - 2pm
    OneZone, Frenchay Campus
    Smoke Free Bristol will be coming in to offer free support to quit tobacco use.
    International student drop in at Bower
    noon - 1:30pm
    A block shared space -Bower Ashton Campus, Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT.
    Find out more about the academic and language support UWE offers international students or ask a question about a course assignment you are working on.
    Pumpkin Carving at Bower
    noon - 2pm
    A block shared space -Bower Ashton Campus, Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT.
    Come and get spooky and carve a pumpkin and eat sweets - No Tricks All treats!! Everything supplied. Limited number of Pumpkins so come early to avoid disappointment.

    Fri 30th October

    HAUNTED AND HIDDEN BRISTOL HALLOWEEN WALKING TOUR WITH THE STUDENT LIFE TEAM
    6pm - 8pm
    Meet the team at UWE bus stops at 17.00 in time to leave by 17.15 to travel into Bristol City Centre, or meet at the Bristol Cathedral main doors (located at College Green, Bristol BS1 5TJ) at 18.00
    Join the Student Life Team for a tour of Bristol's spooky parts.

    Sat 31st October

    FIREWORK NIGHT 31ST OCTOBER WITH STUDENT LIFE
    5:30pm - 9pm
    UWE Bus Stops, Frenchay
    Get ready for a spectacular Halloween evening as we head to THE RETRO REVENGE, a fantastic fireworks display choreographed to music.
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