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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

LANS Sport Semester 1 Memberships
15th September 9am - 24th December 9pm
University of Birmingham
Join LANS Sport 6-a-side football or netball, or both! Welcomes all abilities. Memberships for Semester 1.
Refreshers Fair graphic display two students and the 20th January Refreshers Fair
20th January 11am - 4pm
Guild of Students
Let us welcome you back with Refreshers! Head to the Guild to meet popular brands and enjoy free gifts at our Refreshers Fair, take part in student group give it a go activity and ask questions at our Housing Fair.
Housing Fair graphic official Guild event Housing Fair
20th January noon - 4pm
Reception
Whether you’re living in student accommodation or the local community, this will be a great place to start as you begin thinking about where you’ll be living next year.
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.

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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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