Welcome Fest
It's not currently Welcome Fest season but we're super keen for it - head back to this page in January 2025 to find out what's happening. 💛
Before Welcome Fest starts, we're hosting a number of free International Welcome events from 23 - 27 July 2024! It's the perfect chance for both domestic and international students to get involved in campus life and make new friends.
Then join us for Welcome Fest on 29 - 30 July 2024 for two huge days stacked with heaps of freebies, over 110 club stalls, parties and so much more! Kick off the semester by discovering all that university life has to offer, don’t miss out on one of the best times of the year!
USU welcomes new and returning Members to Welcome Fest 2024. We're committed to ensuring a positive experience for everyone. Your safety and enjoyment matter to us.
INTERNATIONAL WELCOME
23 - 27 July
[All events are FREE. USU Membership and registration is required to attend these events]
Tuesday 23 July
Campus Race
Time: 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Location: Great Hall
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Wednesday 24 July
Welcome to Sydney Party (18+)
Time: 6:00pm - late
Location: Manning Bar
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*Manning Bar is strictly an 18+ venue. Physical ID is required on entry (no photographs or print outs) - only passports or Australian driver’s license will be accepted
Saturday 27 July
Welcome to Sydney Day Trips: Opera House Tour, Taronga Zoo, The Australian Museum, The Rocks Market
Time: dependant on trip selected
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WELCOME FEST
29 - 30 July
9:00am - 2:30pm
Free coffee for all USU Members with thanks to our partners Vittoria and MILKLAB
Location: USUeats Coffee Cart at Law Lawns
9:00am - 10:30am
Free breakfast for all USU Members
Location: USUeats Food Truck at Law Lawns
11:00am – 3:00pm
Someday Soon Pop-up
Location: Law Lawns
12:00pm - soldout
Free lunch for all USU Members
+Free Drink for USU Rewards
Location: USUeats Food Truck at Law Lawns
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Free Soft Serve for all USU Rewards Members
Location: USUeats Marquee at Law Lawns
Tuesday 30 July
From 5pm
Boss Coffee Presents: Welcome Fest Cinema
Location: The Refectory, Holme Building
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Wednesday 31 July
From 6pm
Party at Manning: Y2K (18+)
Location: Manning Bar
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SEM 2 EVENTS
Thursday 1 August
Language Exchange Launch Party
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: The Refectory, Holme Building
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Opting Out: Launch & Verge's 15th Birthday Party
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: Verge Gallery
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7 - 8 August
Student Artist Talks
11:00am - 12:30pm
Location: Verge Gallery
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Verge X PULP: The Wage Debate
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Verge Gallery
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Get the most out of Welcome Fest and become a USU Member now - it’s your key to joining clubs and unlocking your uni experience!
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