Join thousands of students at London's biggest freshers fair – a must-attend student event packed with freebies, music, brands, and unforgettable experiences.
london's biggest student event
Get ready for one of the biggest student events in London, featuring live music, giveaways, major brands, entertainment, and everything you’d expect from an unmissable freshers fair.
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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 names to the capital’s favourites. Chat with reps, try out products, and unlock exclusive student offers across 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 London 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 London 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 London. This includes students from:
University College London (UCL)
King’s College London
London School of Economics (LSE)
Queen Mary University of London
University of Westminster
London Metropolitan University
Goldsmiths, University of London
City, University of London
London South Bank University
University of the Arts London (UAL)
Imperial College London
Whether you’re a fresher or returning student, you’re welcome to attend!
Freshers Festival London takes place at the Business Design Centre, a central London venue with easy access from tube, train, and bus routes across the city.
Address: Business Design Centre Ltd, 52 Upper St, London N1 0QH
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.
It’s more than just a freshers fair — Freshers Festival brings together the best of student life in one place, with huge brand activations, entertainment, and an unbeatable atmosphere right in the heart of London.
While Freshers Festival is perfect for freshers settling into student life, it’s open to all students in London — 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 London’s biggest freshers fair highlights.