Welcome Week this year is 22-28th September 2025.
New to the university, or want an active refresher? Ensure you take advantage of all the events taking place during Welcome Week. We even host additional events before Welcome Week for early arrival students, and some continue beyond into October.
Visit CitySport
You'll be able to try the gym completely for FREE during the first week of term: 29th September to 5th October 2025. All you need to do is download the CitySport app and add the Pay As You Go membership to your account.
CitySport will also be hosting group facility tours throughout Welcome Week and the first week of term to show you our fantastic building, highlight all activities available, and answer any of your questions.
All Welcome Events
Sport and Leisure staff will be representing CitySport at the following events. Ensure you come say hi to find out more about our programmes, access discounted offers, and take part in activities, with prizes on offer!
Day | Event | Location | Description |
| Saturday 20th September - Sunday 5th October | CitySport Tours | CitySport | CitySport will be running tours of the facility every 30 minutes - on the hour and every half hour - between 10am and 6:30pm. |
Monday 22nd, 9am-5pm | Freshers Fair | University Building, Pavilion | Come say hello as you wonder around all the stalls during the Freshers Fair. We will have time-limited offers for you! |
Tuesday 23rd,11am-3pm | Sport in the Square | Northampton Square | Join us, at the SU's event, and a range of sport and fitness activities, in Northampton Square. |
Wednesday 24th, 7am-10pm | CitySport Open Day | CitySport | CitySport will run free badminton, pickleball, and basketball sessions, enable free gym access, and provide a several free group exercise classes. Check out the full timetable below and book all sessions via the CitySport app.
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| Monday 28th September - Sunday 5th October | CitySport Free Gym | CitySport | Access the gym for free this week. Just ensure you have downloaded the CitySport app and have the Pay As You Go membership. |
Please ensure you dress appropriately for any activities that you are taking part in.