Join thousands of students at Glasgow’s biggest freshers fair – a must-attend student event packed with freebies, music, brands, and unforgettable experiences.
glasgow's biggest student event
Get ready for one of the biggest student events in Glasgow, packed with live music, giveaways, big-name brands, entertainment, and unmissable freshers fair fun.
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From pizza slices to skincare samples, Freshers Festival is packed with 100s of student freebies and brand discounts. Grab bags of free stuff and score deals you won’t find anywhere else – just for showing up!
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Discover your new favourite student-friendly brands – from global icons to Glasgow gems. Chat with reps, try products, and unlock student-only offers from fashion, tech, food, fitness and more.
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Freshers Festival is where your social life kicks off. Whether you’re coming solo or with your flatmates, it’s the perfect chance to meet new people, join societies, and get plugged into campus culture.
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With live DJs, surprise guests, Insta-worthy setups, and immersive brand activations, Freshers Festival is more than just a fair – it’s a full-on experience. Come for the freebies, stay for the energy.
Freshers Festival Glasgow is your one-stop shop for all things student life — packed with freebies, live entertainment, big brands, and more. Whether you’re here for the food, the fun, or the freebies, there’s something for everyone.
Grab a bite from local vendors and student-favourite food brands, with plenty of free samples and options to keep you going throughout the day.
From wheel spins to scavenger hunts, get stuck into fun challenges and win epic prizes — from vouchers to tech and everything in between.
Catch live sets throughout the day from up-and-coming artists and DJs bringing energy to every corner of the venue.
Be the first to experience new product drops and exclusive activations from big-name brands and fresh startups.
Explore part-time roles, internships, and career support from employers who actually want to hire students like you.
what you need to know
Whether you're wondering what to bring, who can attend, or what makes this Glasgow freshers fair so popular, our FAQs cover everything you need to know before the big day.
The event is open to all college and university students in Glasgow and nearby areas, and we welcome students from across Scotland too. This includes students from:
University of Glasgow
Glasgow Caledonian University
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow School of Art
City of Glasgow College
Glasgow Clyde College
Glasgow Kelvin College
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
West College Scotland (Paisley campus)
UWS – University of the West of Scotland (Paisley campus)
Whether you’re a fresher or returning student, you’re welcome to attend!
Freshers Festival takes place at Scottish Event Campus (SEC), right in the heart of Glasgow city centre — just a short walk from all major transport links.
Address: Scottish Event Campus (SEC), Glasgow
Think snacks, drinks, beauty samples, vouchers, tech trials, discount codes and tons of student-friendly products from brands you know (and new ones you’ll love).
Absolutely. Expect live music, food stalls, DJs, brand experiences, networking zones, society stalls, job opportunities and much more — it’s an experience, not just a fair.
Yes, you’ll need a free ticket to get in – but don’t worry, it only takes a minute to register. Just bring your e-ticket.
Freshers Festival isn’t just another student event — it’s the biggest freshers fair in Glasgow, bringing together top brands, live entertainment, and thousands of students under one roof. It’s the ultimate way to kick off the academic year.
While Freshers Festival is perfect for freshers settling into student life, it’s open to all students in Glasgow — from first-years to final-years, postgrads to college students. If you’re studying, you’re invited.
We’ll share the full lineup of activities, brand stalls, and entertainment on our socials. Expect regular updates in the lead-up to the event so you don’t miss any of Glasgow’s biggest freshers fair highlights.