Venue Info
De Montfort University, DMU, Leicester LE1 9BH
Welcome Fair: Part One
De Montfort University, Leicester
Free
The most famous event of Freshers Week just keeps getting BIGGER and BETTER!
Join us for two unforgettable days of excitement at the De Montfort University Welcome Fair, brought to you by your students' union.
? What to Expect
? Brand Activations & Freebies
Meet some of the UK’s biggest and best brands ready to welcome you to student life:
Fitness & Wellbeing: PureGym, The Gym Group, SportsDirect.com
Tech & Lifestyle: Currys, Boots Opticians, Beauty Bay
Food & Leisure: HungryPanda, Hollywood Bowl, Epic Paintball, Phoenix Cinema & Arts Centre, Curve Theatre
Careers & Support: TCS Recruitment, Department for Education, Gk Telecom, St Johns Ambulance
Travel & City Life: National Express, Bid Leicester
Expect giveaways, discounts, competitions, and plenty of freebies!
? Societies & Sports Clubs
From sports and arts to volunteering and tech—discover your community and find your people.
? Games & Activities
Interactive challenges, live demos, and plenty of ways to get involved.
? Festival Vibes
Fair rides, music, and a buzzing atmosphere to keep the Freshers energy alive all week long.
⏰ Beat the queues and book a slot for priority access!
Even better—Welcome Festival wristband holders get automatic priority entry.
? 10 – 11am Accessible Hour
A low-sensory environment for a calmer experience.
✨ Each day is different, so come along and see what surprises are waiting!