As we bid farewell to 2025, we’re looking forward to what’s in store for new and returning students ahead of our first Welcome of 2026.
Whether you’re moving to a new city, or looking for things to do with your friends when you get back on campus, our first Welcome event kicks off on 

CU Coventry

Monday 12 January

Welcome Fair - Explore our services, meet our friendly teams and learn more about Welfare & Wellbeing, Sports & Societies, Advice Service and Representation – plus freebies.

Thursday 15 January

CU Coventry Murder Mystery Afternoon - This free interactive event is a great way to meet others, as small teams look to solve different mysteries – can you solve the case? 

Tuesday 20 January 

CU Coventry Board Games Afternoon - Make friends and relax with some familiar board games at this free event for all students to attend over lunch time.

Thursday 22 January

Arts and Crafts Polaroid Picture Frames -  Bring your creativity and create your very own picture frame – we’ll take a retro polaroid picture for you as a keep sake.

Coventry University 

Monday 12 January / Sunday 18 January /  Sunday 25 January 

Mystery Movie Night at Square One - A month of motors. January kicks off our weekly free film night at The Hub with films that live in the fast lane, from real racing rivalries to slick heists and heartbeat-rattling chases.

Monday 19 January

Sports Day - Kick off the action at the Alison Gingell building in Coventry with free activities like Glow In The Dark Badminton, as well as the chance to join one of our sports clubs or join our gym. 
Game and Greet - Here’s also plenty on in The Hub for students to try out games, crafts, sports, and wellbeing activities — come solo or with friends. 

Tuesday 20 January

Fresher Fair – Returning to The Hub with the chance to explore brands and businesses with great offers and freebies for students to take away. 

Wednesday 21 January

Activities Fair – Join us at The Hub and explore everything Your Students’ Union has to offer from societies and sport, to representation and wellbeing. Keep your eye out for freebies and games all day.

Wednesday 28 January

International Day Fair – Grab one of our passports and celebrate different cultures and countries, including interactive stalls, performances, food and drink to collect stamps from countries you visit on the day. 

Don't forget that you can follow all the latest updates, events and activities by following us on Instagram @covunistudents or if you're looking for some Coventry Life inspiration, give our @yoursu.life Instagram a follow.