Freshers Fair: all you need to know for the biggest event of the year
We’re so excited for our JMSU Freshers Fair which is taking place on Friday 27 September 2024 at the Exhibition Centre Liverpool, from 10.30am to 5pm. Last entry to the fair will be at 4:45pm.
Please bring your LJMU Student Card or you will not be permitted entry.
We will be hosting a quiet period between 10.30-11am, students are then welcome to attend from 11am onwards. Please don't worry if you've specified a 'morning' or 'afternoon' ticket. If you have bought a morning ticket but now can only attend in the afternoon, or vice versa - just come along when you can. Please note that even with a ticket, we will need verify your LJMU student status at entry, either with your student card or enrolment letter.
We have designated quiet spaces, as well as ear defenders and ear plugs for students who need them. We also have multi faith prayer rooms available. Please look out for our directional signage in the Fair, or speak to a member of staff for support.
While the fair is only a short walk from our campuses and many of our student accommodations, we will be providing a free shuttle bus service for students to get to the fair.
What to Expect
As well as free Domino's Pizza on arrival, the fair will host lots of fun and exciting commercial stalls such as Amazon, Barburrito, Epic Paintball, Barbers No.1, Boux Avenue, Linx, Pop Works, Bierkeller, Pure Gym, Jollibee, Nerds Candy to name a few.
We will also have over 200 of our wonderful student groups, and over 30 external volunteering partners, partner charities, not to mention our brilliant LJMU services who we partner with every day.
You will have unlimited, free access to our Miami Fair ride and you will get to experience performances at The Stage from our student groups.
Don't forget, you'll get plenty of freebies including our limited edition Freshers T-shirt, tote bag, pen, notepad, wall planner and so much more. You will also have access to cafes on site so you can buy drinks and refreshments. You'll be able to chat to our staff team, including our Student Officers and even our mascot - John Paws!
Two coaches running all day between LJMU and the Exhibition Centre
We are providing coach transport to the fair from five different university buildings, running on a loop from 9.30am all day until the end of the event with the final coaches returning to campus between 5pm and 5.15pm. There will be one wheelchair space on each coach. There will be staff at each location if you need assistance, look out for the JMSU lollipops! If you are struggling to find us, please speak to the receptionist at the building location.
Coach 1
Pick-up route: LJMU Student Life Building, Liverpool L3 5LJ – Redmonds Building, Brownlow Hill L3 5UG – John Foster Building, 80-98 Mount Pleasant L3 5UZ – James Parsons Building, Byrom Street L3 3AF – Tithebarn Building, 79 Tithebarn Street L2 2ER – Exhibition Centre, L3 4FP
Coach 2
Pick-up route: Tithebarn Building, 79 Tithebarn Street L2 2ER – James Parsons Building, Byrom Street L3 3AF– John Foster Building, 80-98 Mount Pleasant L3 5UZ– Redmonds Building, Brownlow Hill L3 5UG – LJMU Student Life Building, Liverpool L3 5LJ - Exhibition Centre, L3 4FP
If you want to travel on your own to the fair, please take a look at our guide to Freshers Fair video.
If you have any queries about the fair, please email our team and they will be happy to help.
Don't worry if you cannot attend, everything is readily accessible on our website, and we will host lots of events throughout the year so you can learn more about your Students' Union. See you soon!
At JMSU, we are committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and we uphold a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of harassment or discrimination. We expect everyone to engage respectfully, creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. Any attendee who does not uphold these values will be asked to leave to ensure the safety and comfort of others. Our approach is aligned with LJMU and JMSU Respect Always charter.
Please also don't forget to check our event terms and conditions.
