Discover something different this Culture Festival! From Monday 02 March – Sunday 15 March take part in some amazing events to discover new cultures, traditions, food and more!
Take a look at all the events we have coming up below and book your tickets to take part.
- Time: 11:00 – 16:00
- Date: Thursday 05 March
- Location: Garden Court, Building 40 & Redbrick
Join us in celebrating the rich diversity at the University of Southampton through food, music, games and performances from different cultures around the world. We welcome you to enjoy the event’s safe space to learn, share, and connect, and most importantly have fun!
- Time All Day
- Date: Tuesday 17 February – Thursday 19 March
- Location: Concourse, Building 42
A stand on the concourse to help those taking part in Ramadan by providing dates and Naked Bars with information about Ramadan to educate.
- Time: 12:00 – 14:00
- Date: Wednesday 04 March
- Location: Jubilee Plaza
Mark your calendars—Holi is back on campus, bigger and brighter than ever!
Join Indian Society for an unforgettable celebration of Holi—the festival of colours, joy, and togetherness. Get ready to throw vibrant gulal (coloured powder), dance to energetic Bollywood beats, and soak in the festive atmosphere with friends old and new.
Whether you’re celebrating Holi for the first time or it’s a tradition you cherish, this is your chance to experience the magic of colour, music, and community spirit right here on campus.
Interfaith & Belief Human Library
- Time: 11:00 – 13:00
- Date: Wednesday 11 March
- Location: Faith & Reflection Centre
To celebrate the connection between culture and faith, the Faith & Reflection Centre are hosting our first Interfaith & Belief Human Library as part of Culture Festival.
You’ll be able to hear stories from different people of different faiths and belief systems from different backgrounds. Simply borrow a ‘human book’, chat, and be curious.
Anime and Manga Society - Bunkasai
- Time: 14:00 – 18:00
- Date: Saturday 14 March
- Location: Building 54 Room 7033, 7035, 8031 & 8033
A Japanese cultural festival put together by the students, where everyone showcases their talents in themed rooms and fun games. Activities include a cosplay cafe, carnival games, haunted escape room, and arts and crafts.
SIT & Eat
- Time: 18:00 – 21:00
- Date: Saturday 14 March
- Location: Faith & Reflection Centre
The Singapore, Indonesian and Thai Society would like to invite you to come along for the return of our SIT & Eat event this year where you will get the chance to taste the flavours of Southeast Asian food! Don’t miss out on the delicious, authentic culinary showdown where you will be a part of voting for who you think has the best menu of the night.
Sinhala and Tamil New Year Celebrations
- Time: 13:00 – 17:00
- Date: Wednesday 18 March
- Location: Nuffield Lawn – Outside Building 38
Join us for one of Sri Lanka’s most joyful festivals filled with delicious sweets, exciting games, and heartwarming traditions. Avurudu/Puthandu is all about family, community, and new beginnings. Come experience the vibrant spirit together! Drop by anytime for a world of fun!
