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Culture Fest Burns Night
- Culture Fest Burns Night The Union, Main Hall Thursday 22-01-2026 - 18:30 until Thursday 22-01-2026 - 22:30
Culture Fest Burns Night
Culture Fest is back 🎉
Welcome back to Manchester Met! As part of Future Me Week, we’re bringing you a night of fun, friendship, and Scottish tradition. 🎭
Kick things off with an interactive activity designed to help you meet new people and make friends.
📸 Capture the memories at our photobooth.
🍹 Enjoy great drink deals throughout the evening.
💃 Then get ready to boogie at our Ceilidh for Burns Night!
What’s a ceilidh? It’s a lively Scottish group dance, full of energy, music, and laughter.
Do I need to know the steps? Not at all! Our caller will guide you through every move, so everyone learns together.
What’s Burns Night? It’s a celebration of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns, and a chance to enjoy Scottish culture, music, and dance.
Come along, join the fun, and be part of Culture Fest!
What you need to know:
- Date: Thursday 22 January, 18:30 – 22:30
- Location: The Union, Manchester Metropolitan University
- Tickets: Free but limited, please book in advance to secure your spot. Bring your student ID if you have it!
🕺 Who can come?
All MMU students are welcome! Come along solo and make new friends through our interactive activities, or bring a group and enjoy the night together.
🎤 What type of atmosphere should I expect?
Fun, lively, and welcoming! Expect a mix of games, a photobooth, great drink deals, and of course the Burns Night ceilidh, full of music, dancing, and laughter.
🎟️ Do I need a ticket?
Yes, tickets are free but required. A limited number may be available at the door, but booking in advance is the best way to avoid missing out.
♿ Is the event accessible for all?
The Union’s Conference Suite is on the first floor and fully accessible via lift, with toilets on all floors. Our reception team will be available if you need any assistance.
☎️ Who should I contact for more information?
For more info about this event, contact s.u.events@mmu.ac.uk
📍 Where is The Union?
The Union
21 Higher Cambridge Street,
Manchester
M15 6AD
Venue/Timing
Venue : The Union, Main Hall
Type: Main Events, Welcome Back
Start Date: Thursday 22-01-2026 - 18:30
End date: Thursday 22-01-2026 - 22:30
Location
Contact Details
S.U.EVENTS@MMU.AC.UK
Terms and Conditions
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This ticket is issued on behalf of The Union, MMU and is subject to the following Terms and Conditions:
- Refunds are only available up to 48 hours before the event start time. We cannot process ticket refunds after this point
- Once purchased, your ticket cannot be exchanged, transferred, or resold
- Admission will not be given to the event without a valid ticket unless the event is explicitly non-ticketed
- For the safety of our visitors, The Union, MMU reserves the right to refuse admission, and may, on occasion conduct security searches
- The Union, MMU reserves the right to alter or vary the content or timing of the event due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control without being obliged to refund or exchange tickets
- The Union, MMU cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage to personal property that you bring to the event
- Personal arrangements you make concerning the event, for example travel and accommodation costs, are made at your own risk, and The Union, MMU cannot be held financially responsible for any losses
- The Union, MMU will not be liable for any loss or damage caused by, suffered, or incurred by the visitors, which include:
- Breakdown of machinery or equipment
- Failure of supply of electricity or other utilities, leakage of water, fire, flood & explosion
- Strike or labour dispute, external road or building works, Government controls, restrictions or prohibitions or any other Government act or omission whether local or national
- Act of terrorism or any circumstances outside the control of The Union, MMU which may cause the event to be interrupted or cancelled
- CCTV is active for security purposes during the event and visitors may also be filmed or recorded for promotional content
- We may use your email address to specifically contact you about any changes to the event (e.g. rescheduling or cancellation). 11. All events are restricted to age 18+ unless specifically noted on the event page. All guests are required to provide proof of age if asked by the security staff. You can be refused entry if you don’t provide an ID. Acceptable forms of ID: a photo driving licence, passport, or proof of age card (such as the PASS card from the national Proof of Age Standards Scheme).
- We will always respect your privacy and any personal communication and will always comply with relevant data protection legislation
- If you have any queries regarding your ticket order, please call 0161 247 1162 or contact theunion@mmu.ac.uk
The Union, MMU
21 Higher Cambridge Street,
Manchester
M15 6AD
Registered UK Company number: 12714026
Charity number: 1191269
