WHAT IS THE SUMMER BALL?

The UWE Bristol Summer Ball is the end of year party organised by Dazed Events, Propaganda, and Sounds & Silences on behalf of The Students’ Union at UWE. It is running 25 May 2023 from 14:00 - 22:00 with several stages of music, entertainment, food stalls, bars and activities throughout the day. The event is only open only to UWE students plus their guests!

WHERE IS THE SUMMER BALL?

The Summer Ball is located at the picturesque 17th century Walton Castle just 30 minutes from UWE Campus. Buses run from UWE Frenchay Campus to the castle and will drop you back after the event. This travel is included in your ticket! 

CAN I BRING NON-STUDENT FRIENDS OR FRIENDS FROM OTHER UNIVERSITIES?

YES! You can bring one non-UWE guest, as long as it’s a UWE student purchasing the ticket for them, and they will need to arrive at the venue with you. Travel is also included in their ticket.

HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?

Tickets are starting from £35 but will rise in ticket tiers so it’s best to secure yours as soon as possible! All tickets must be purchased in advance

PURCHASE YOUR TICKET HERE

WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY?

For tickets purchased up to and including 28 February, if you are no longer able to attend then please get in touch via suevents@uwe.ac.uk explaining your situation and we will look into it for you.

 Applies to all tickets purchased from 1 March onwards:

Please check the event details carefully before purchasing a ticket as our event partners can’t offer a refund if the event is going ahead as planned. You will be able to claim a refund if the date or location of the event changes, or in the event of a cancellation.

If you no longer wish to attend the event, there is an option to transfer/sell your ticket to another student. Follow the steps here: https://help.fixr.co/en/articles/2032380-how-to-transfer-a-ticket

DO I HAVE TO BE OVER 18 TO ATTEND?

This is an 18+ event so you will need to bring your ID

CAN I PARK AT THE CASTLE?

No! All cars will be turned away at the gate.

IS THERE DISABLED ACCESS?

Yes! We really want everyone attending to have the most enjoyable time possible. If you have any accessibility needs, please get in touch with The Students' Union to organise this via suevents@uwe.ac.uk

CAN I BRING ALCOHOL?

You cannot bring alcohol but there will be alcohol sold at the event. There will be a main bar serving a variety of beverages, an inner bar within the castle, and a wine/cocktail bar.

WILL THERE BE FOOD AT THE EVENT?

Food will be available to purchase from a variety of street food traders for you to enjoy from day into evening.

IS THERE AN AFTER PARTY?

Yes! And if you have a ticket to the Summer Ball you can go to the after party for free!