Varsity 2026 – Come Support Your Team
Get ready for this year’s Varsity – the ultimate inter-university sports competition between rivals Southampton and Portsmouth. This year’s Varsity takes place away at Portsmouth, and events will spread from Wednesday 06 May to the final on the 09 – 10 May 2026!
Tickets are now on Sale – There are 2 options available which are with and without the Afterparty.
To ensure a safe Varsity, all attendees must follow the Varsity Code of Conduct. Any breaches could result in removal from the event.
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Fixture Timetable
The fixures for Varisity will be released soon!
FAQs
When and where is Varsity 2026?
Varsity 2026 is being hosted in Portsmouth and events will be hosted in a range of venues across multiple dates. Varsity week with start with Rugby & Futsal on Wednesday 06 May followed by events on Friday 08 May and then the main Varsity weekend on 09 – 10 May 2026 . If you have any questions please contact sususport@soton.ac.uk
What does my ticket include?
There are 2 ticket options this year – with or without After Party. These include;
Main Varsity Ticket
- Varsity 2026 T-shirt – This is your entry ticket to fixture venues. T-shirts will be available to collect from The Locker, Building 42 You must show your ticket Confirmation to collect your T-shirt.
- Coach transport to and from Portsmouth for the 4 Main dates for Varsity Fixtures
Main Varsity Ticket including After Party
- Varsity 2026 T-shirt – This is your entry ticket to fixture venues. T-shirts will be available to collect from The Locker, Building 42 You must show your ticket Confirmation to collect your T-shirt.
- Coach transport to and from Portsmouth for the 4 Main dates for Varsity Fixtures
- Wristband entry into Fishies sponsored Afterparty being held at Circuit – ( entry must be prior to 11.20pm) on Sunday 10th May
How do I collect my Varsity t-shirt?
You will be emailed when your Varsity T-shirts is available to collect from The Locker, Building 42. You will need to show your ticket confirmation in order to collect. Sizes will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. Please remember that you must wear your Varsity T-shirt to gain access to all Varsity 2026 events and venues.
Where can I view the Varsity 2026 fixture?
Fixtures are currently being finalised and will be available to view on this page soon – keep checking back for updates.
Who do I contact if I have any questions?
If you have any questions, please contact sususport@soton.ac.uk
