Welcome Fayre @ Butchart…

Buchart Recreation Centre,

Aberdeen Students' Union

Category

Welcome/Freshers

Social Mixers and Networking

Kick off 2026 at the Welcome Fayre! Explore clubs, societies, sports stalls, grab free Domino’s, and meet new friends. Step-free, neurodivergent- and LGBTQIA+ inclusive. Fun, freebies, and student life all in one place!

Welcome Fayre January 2026 ?

Ready to kick off 2026 in style? The Welcome Fayre is back at Butchart, packed with everything you need to start uni life right.

What’s on?

Explore clubs, societies, and sports stalls: join, sign up, or just ask questions. Fancy teaching a class or running a session? Got a cool idea? Let us know, and we’ll help make it happen!

Grab a slice of Domino’s and check out all the stalls (including external organisations to be announced soon.) Freebies, fun, and new friends included!

How to get involved:

Want a stall, demo slot, or to volunteer? Sign-up links coming soon!

Or just bring your flatmates and come explore everything your Students’ Union has to offer.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible venue with step-free access

Accessible toilets on site

Assistance dogs welcome

Neurodivergent-inclusive with a quiet chill-out zone away from crowds

Low sensory map available on request in advance

LGBTQIA+ inclusive, culturally welcoming, and supportive of all identities

Clear visuals and signage to help navigate

Volunteers and wellbeing team onsite

First Aid team present all day