The Event Award

Recognising a brilliant event organised by a society or volunteering team. This event doesn’t have to be largescale with a huge budget. We are just as interested in smaller scale events – as long as they made a difference to attendees. We’re looking for real innovation and a fantastic experience for attendees.

The longlist

iNUGSC 2023, UCL - This is the UK’s largest student-led surgical conference. Over 400 attendees joined the 2 day event which included world renowned international speakers Dr Jeelani and Dr Swee Chai Ang.

LGBTQ+ History Month Ball, University of Bristol - The ball had over 150 attendees and included vegan food, a photobooth, a jazz orchestra, a DJ and a raffle raising money for Bristol Refugee Rights. As well as a celebration, the event raised awareness of notable icons from LGBTQ+ history.

Holi Celebration with Dundee University Indian Society, University of Dundee - This year’s festival brought together more than 500 people to enjoy food, a DJ and access to coloured powder and white t-shirts. The aim was to build community and connect cultures.

Bristol Chinese Students' and Scholars' Association, University of Bristol - The spring festival marketplace celebrated the 2023 Chinese New Year and was open to all students and staff at the University. Over 400 students joined the celebrations.

The Midnights Release Party with Taylor Swift Society, Exeter Students' Guild - The Taylor Swift society ran a Midnights release party with a quieter listening section for the first hour, before a club event. This ensured all members would enjoy themselves.

The Big Geek Fundraiser, Edge Hill University - The Big Geek Fundraiser included 15 stalls and gaming tournaments including cards and Super Mario Brothers. It raised £680 for the Proud Trust.