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Flamingo Bingo

Village: Newport Student Village Location: Common Room Start Time: 9:00PM 10 January 2026 End Time: 11:59PM 10 January 2026

Get ready for a night of laughter, music, and mayhem
at Flamingo Bingo

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Welcome Back Breakfast

Village: Surrey House, Goldsmiths Student Village Location: Surrey House Reception Start Time: 8:30AM 12 January 2026 End Time: 10:00AM 12 January 2026

Hungry for some delicious breakfast?

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Murder Mystery Night

Village: Rusholme Place Location: Reception Start Time: 5:30PM 12 January 2026 End Time: 7:30PM 12 January 2026

Are you ready to put your detective skills to the test? Come along to our Murder Mystery Night!

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Murder Myster Monday

Village: Newport Student Village Location: Common Room Start Time: 8:30PM 12 January 2026 End Time: 11:00PM 12 January 2026

Step into a night of intrigue, deception, and deadly secrets at Murder Mystery Monday!

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Coffee |Tea and Biscuits ☕🍪

Village: McMillan Student Village Location: Reception Start Time: 9:00AM 13 January 2026 End Time: 2:00PM 13 January 2026

❄️ Cold weather calls for cosy moments! ❄️
Pop in and warm up with a cup of tea or coffee, enjoy some yummy biscuits☕🍪, and relax with a friendly chat with our lovely team 💬💛

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SU: Games Con

Village: Peel Park Quarter Location: That End, Northside, University House, Salford Start Time: 6:00PM 14 January 2026 End Time: 10:00PM 14 January 2026

Welcome to GamesCon 2026 – level up your university experience and join the Gaming Society, Tabletop Society, and Esports Society.

Embark on a quest through diverse gaming stations, from consoles to tabletop treasures, and engage in friendly competitions for the evening.

Open to all students, GamesCon is your chance to power up your semester with camaraderie and fun.

Tickets! You can just turn up at the event on the day, but we recommend booking a ticket to avoid disappointment and save you time signing in on the day.
Atmosphere! Expect a lively atmosphere, some conversation, games music/sounds and competitive language.
Accessibility! We do our best to accommodate all access needs where possible. Should you require anything, please speak to the staff and committee there, and they will adjust the activity as needed.
What you need! All equipment will be provided; just bring yourself

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Quiz night with Jake

Village: Newport Student Village Location: Common Room Start Time: 9:00PM 14 January 2026 End Time: 10:30PM 14 January 2026

Think you’ve got what it takes to be the ultimate quiz champion?

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Hot Chocolate

Village: John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts Location: JL Reception Start Time: 11:00AM 15 January 2026 End Time: 1:00PM 15 January 2026

Indulge in a steaming cup of hot chocolate with the topping of your choice, including fluffy marshmallows, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cocoa dust.

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Learn to Lift- Session One

Village: Peel Park Quarter Location: Ranulf Gym Start Time: 4:00PM 15 January 2026 End Time: 5:00PM 15 January 2026

Come to the free gym in the Ranulf building to join the introductory session learning how to lift and properly begin your physical health journey. Newcomers and experienced lifters are welcome. Come benefit from the experience of professional, qualified trainers.

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Dry January Mocktail Making and Cards Against Humanity

Village: Peel Park Quarter Location: Lowry 1 Reception Start Time: 6:00PM 15 January 2026 End Time: 7:30PM 15 January 2026

Whether you are doing dry January or not, join us for some refreshing classic mocktails and endless fun with cards against humanity!