Welcome Fest Sem 1 2024
Before Welcome Fest kicks off, we're hosting a number of free International Welcome events from 6 - 10 February. It's the perfect chance for both domestic and international students to learn more about campus life and make new friends.
Then join us for Welcome Fest on 14 - 16 February for three huge days stacked with heaps of freebies, over 180 club stalls, parties and so much more! It's the perfect time to make friends at the start of Semester.
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. For USU’s Official Statement Regarding Welcome Fest:
INTERNATIONAL WELCOME
6 - 10 February
[All events are FREE. USU Membership and registration is required to attend these events]
Tuesday 6 February
Campus Race
Time: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Great Hall
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Wednesday 7 February
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 10 February
Welcome to Sydney Day Trips: Featherdale Wildlife Park, Taronga Zoo, Luna Park and Coogee Beach
Time: dependant on trip selected
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Join NowWELCOME FEST
14 February
9:00am - 3:00pm
Free coffee for USU Members
Location: USUeats Coffee Cart at University Place
9:00am - sold out
Free breakfast for USYD Students
Location: USUeats Food Caravan Cart at Great Hall
10:00am – 10:30am
USU Rewards Spin + Win
Location: USU Rewards Tent
10:00am – 11:30am
2024 Welcome Ceremony
Location: In front of Great Hall
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12:00pm - sold out
Free lunch for USU Members
+Free Drink for USU Rewards thanks to our partner Solo
Location: USUeats Food Truck at University Place
12:00pm – 1:00pm
ESSSENSSSE by HOSSEI Live Performance
Location: Verge Gallery
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2:00pm – 3:00pm
Free Soft Serve for USU Rewards Members
Location: USUeats Food Caravan at Great Hall
3pm – 5pm
Live Acts on Main Stage
Location: Outside the Quad
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Acoustic Music Performances
Location: Hermann’s Bar and Courtyard
6:00pm – late
Party at Manning (18+)
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
15 February
9:00am - 3:00pm
Free coffee for USU Members
Location: USUeats Coffee Cart at University Place
9:00am - sold out
Free breakfast for USU Members
Location: USUeats Food Caravan Cart at Great Hall
10:00am – 10:30am
USU Rewards Spin + Win
Location: USU Rewards Tent
12:00pm - soldout
Free lunch for USU Members
+Free Drink for USU Rewards thanks to our partner Solo
Location: USUeats Food Truck at University Place
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Free Soft Serve for USU Rewards Members
Location: USUeats Food Caravan at Great Hall
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Acoustic Music Performances
Location: Hermann’s Bar and Courtyard
5:00pm – 9:00PM
Welcome Fest Outdoor Cinema: Spirited Away
Location: Main Stage, Outside the Quad
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6pm – late
ESSSENSSSE by HOSSEI Exhibition Opening Night
Location: Verge Gallery
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7:30pm – 9:00PM
Sydney Comedy Festival Preview Night
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
16 February
9:00am - 3:00pm
Free coffee for USU Members
Location: USUeats Coffee Cart at University Place
9:00am - sold out
Free breakfast for USU Members
Location: USUeats Food Caravan Cart at Great Hall
10:00am – 10:30am
USU Rewards Spin + Win
Location: USU Rewards Tent
12:00pm - sold out
Free lunch for USU Members
+Free Drink for USU Rewards thanks to our partner Solo
Location: USUeats Food Truck at University Place
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Free Soft Serve for USU Rewards Members
Location: USUeats Food Caravan at Great Hall
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Acoustic Music Performances
Location: Hermann’s Bar and Courtyard
USU Clubs
USU has 180+ Clubs to choose from so there's something for everyone. Find out what your favourite Clubs are doing during Welcome Fest!
CLUB STAGE
14 February
11:30am - 12:30pm
Jazz Society presents 'Jazz Jam', a collaborative Jazz ensemble
1:00pm - 2:00pm
DJ Set by DJ Society
15 Febuary
10:00am - 10:30am
Sketch Comedy and Acting Sets by Science Revue Society
10:45am - 11:30am
Marching Band Performance by SUMBA
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Pop songs with UniJam
2:00pm - 2:30pm
A cappella Choir by SUMS
16 February
10:00am - 10:30am
Game Show with SUDATA
10:45am - 11:30am
Medieval Fighting Group with Society for Creative Anachronism
12:30pm - 1:00pm
Dance Performance with live music by Ekansh Indian Cultural Society
1:15pm - 2:00pm
A cappella Choir by BarberSoc
USU REWARDS EXCLUSIVES
USU Rewards is the ultimate way to experience uni life at USYD! For just $45 for, enjoy feeling like a VIP every day as you unlock exclusive perks and discounts at every opportunity.
Plus, during Welcome Fest Rewards members will receive these exclusive benefits:
FREE tote bag + goodies
FREE meals, drink and coffee everyday
FREE soft serve ice-cream
FREE prizes at exclusive spin and win
20% discount at USYD Store pop-up