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Give It A Go

Would you like to develop a new hobby? Or maybe you'd like to experience a society activity before you join the group? Cue our Give It A Go activities!

Throughout the year we host various events where you can try your hand at calligraphy, first aid, ballroom dancing and so much more. This is the perfect opportunity for you to have fun and try something new.

So, what are you waiting for? Check out all of our Give it a Go activities below and sign up today!

Give It A GoEvents

Hindu Society Meet & Greet
29th September 6pm - 10pm
Guild Underground
MedSoc FitClub Social
29th September 7pm - midnight
Flight Club 13 Temple St, Birmingham B2 5BN
This is a fun, social event at Flight Club to welcome prospective students and students who were previously members of FitClub to our society.
Societies Night
29th September 7pm - 10pm
TBC
Star Wars Taster Screening
29th September 7pm - 10pm
University House 103
Join us for our first screening of the year where we will be watching a film that has been voted for BY YOU! If you would like to vote, make sure to come and see us at the society fair on Wednesday 24th September.
Pickleball session
30th September 1pm - 2pm
Slater Hall
Hello
orange background with text that reads societies fair roadshow, make the most from life in our accommodation Societies Fair Roadshow - The Vale
30th September 4pm - 7pm
Infusion, The Vale
Joining a society is a great way to make friends and try something new! At this fair you can meet societies and find out what they do, right on your doorstep.
Pole Fitness taster sessions
1st October 11am - 3pm
Underground/ dance studio
Your first step into the world of pole - fun, friendly, and free for beginners!
Netball Taster
1st October 1pm - 2pm
Bournbrook Pitches
Come along to our taster and see what Wednesday training is all about!
ELSA Taster Event
1st October 4pm - 6pm
Introduction to our society, presentation about ELSA and our activities which will include drinks and pizza from Joe's bar
orange background with text that reads societies fair roadshow, make the most from life in our accommodation Societies Fair Roadshow - Battery Park
1st October 4pm - 7pm
Battery Park
Joining a society is a great way to make friends and try something new! At this fair you can meet societies and find out what they do, right on your doorstep.
Video Games Society: Societies Fair Roadshow Stand - Battery Park
1st October 4pm - 7pm
Battery Park
Video Games Society will have a stand on the second day of the Societies Fair Roadshow at Battery Park - come over and say hi!
meet and greet
1st October 5pm - 7pm
meet and greet
ACS Meet and Greet
1st October 6pm - 9pm
Guild Council Chambers
Meet and Greet for all members of the African Caribbean Society to socialise, play games, and meet the new committee!
orange background with text that reads societies fair roadshow, make the most from life in our accommodation Societies Fair Roadshow - Pritchatts Park Village
2nd October 4pm - 7pm
Social Space, Pritchatts Park Village
Joining a society is a great way to make friends and try something new! At this fair you can meet societies and find out what they do, right on your doorstep.
Video Games Society: Societies Fair Roadshow Stand - Pritchatts Park Village
2nd October 4pm - 7pm
Social Space, Pritchatts Park Village
Video Games Society will have a stand on the third day of the Societies Fair Roadshow at Pritchatts Park Village - come over and say hi!
Debate Night
2nd October 6pm - 8pm
Guild of Students
A debate night held by the Birmingham University Labour Society in the Guild Council Chambers on Thursday 2nd October
BWEMS Fresher's Event
2nd October 7pm - 9pm
Medical School
A nice evening of introductions, quizzes and free pizza to get to know our society!
Taster Session 1
2nd October 7pm - 8:30pm
G08, University House
This will be our first session of the year! This is a taster session, where our members from last year will deliver 3 prepared speeches and we will have impromptu speeches for everyone to participate in!
Stanage Freshers Trip
3rd October 6pm - 5th October 8pm
Thorpe Farm Bunkhouse and Stanage Edge
Our Freshers Outdoor Climbing Trip to Stanage Edge in the Peak District. 2 days packed full of climbing with social activities in the evenings.
Tour of Birmingham City Centre
4th October 1pm - 4pm
Birmingham City Centre
Welcome to LATAM UOB, We will be running a tour of Birmingham city centre to introduce many of you to the iconic British city and help you out for future reference as a student here. Expect to meet new people and to make new friends, Nos vemos!
MechSoc Icebreaker
7th October 7pm - 9pm
Circo
Join us at Circo for our first social event of the academic year!
Pole Fitness taster sessions
8th October 11:30am - 3:30pm
Underground/ dance studio
Your first step into the world of pole - fun, friendly, and free for beginners!
An XC Class 170 crosses the viaduct at Selly Oak Canal Walk 2025
8th October 4:30pm - 7pm
Birmingham
Join us on a walk from the University into the city centre along the canal towpath which closely follows the Cross City line. Get to know your local area by coming along for a light-hearted stroll.
Games and Quizzes!
9th October 5pm - 7pm
Mermaid Bar
Come along and try out our cheese-themed quizzes, games, books, and more! If that's not your speed, we have cheese and drinks, and you can grab a table in the corner and chat or make some friends. Feel free to come and go as you please!
Pole Fitness taster sessions
15th October 11:30am - 3:30pm
Underground/ dance studio
Your first step into the world of pole - fun, friendly, and free for beginners!
BrumMUN 2026 logo BrumMUN 2026
14th March 9:30am - 15th March 5:30pm
University of Birmingham
We are proud to present the second iteration of BrumMUN! Delegates come from all over the country to create resolutions to global issues, from environmental to security. It's a brilliant oppurtunity to practice diplomacy and resolution building.

Give It A GoFAQs

The Give It A Go activities provide you with the opportunity to try out new hobbies, learn new skills, and take part in volunteering initiatives. Events are hosted by student groups or the Student Activities Team. Alongside being great fun, many of these activities give you the chance to see what societies you may like to join.

This page shows all of the activities under the Give It A Go scheme. Here you can find workshops, trips, craft sessions, volunteering opportunities, and more! We’re adding new events all of the time, so checking for new content.

Lots of activities will be drop-ins, meaning you can come along with no booking necessary. For some events like trips away from Birmingham may need you to book. If you like the sound of an activity, click on the event to read more about how to get involved.

We want to hear from you! If you have a great idea for an event that you’d love to see, or an activity you’d love to try out, please let us know by filling out our suggestions box! (Don’t forget to login first)

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