Edinburgh Events

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Thu 4th September

StepZero: Start your Green Journey: 4th September 10am - 2pm; Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh; Join the Solution - Eco Fun, Facts & Friendship with Net Zero Society

Ladies Learn to Lift 2: 4th September 1pm - 1:45pm; Oriam, Edinburgh; Build confidence in lifting weights!

Bob Ross Paint-Along: 4th September 2pm - 4:30pm; Zeros, Edinburgh; Join the Art Society for a Bob Ross Paint-Along and unleash your inner artist. No experience needed - just good vibes and a splash of creativity.

International Student Welcome: 4th September 2pm - 4pm; James Watt 2, Edinburgh; You will have the chance to meet a range of services that provide support and guidance to our students alongside other international students.

Coffee and Cake: 4th September 2:30pm - 3:30pm; Chaplaincy, Edinburgh; Chill at the Chaplaincy with some home baking and a hot drink.

Freshers' Week Escape Room (Early): 4th September 3:30pm - 6:30pm; Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh; Can you escape before the time runs out?

Unwind and Design: 4th September 3:30pm - 4:45pm; Chaplaincy, Edinburgh; If you're feeling overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle of Welcome Week, join us for a craft session at the Chaplaincy.

Freshers' Week Escape Room (Late): 4th September 4:45pm - 8pm; Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh; Can you escape before the time runs out?

Silent Disco - Edinburgh: 4th September 5pm - 6pm; Library, Edinburgh; Get to know the Edinburgh campus library by joining us for a silent disco.

The HW Music Society ‘Band Mixer’: 4th September 6pm - 8pm; Heriot Watt Student Union , Edinburgh; Connect with fellow musicians and start building your next band.

Fri 5th September

Introduction to the UK and Scottish Education System: 5th September 1pm - 2pm; Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh; A must-attend session for international students to unpack how learning works across the UK and Scotland.

Edinburgh Dungeon Day Trip: 5th September 2pm - 5:30pm; Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh; Step into the eerie depths of Edinburgh Dungeon for a thrilling journey through Scotland’s dark history.

Pentland Hills Trip: 5th September 3pm - 6pm; Chaplaincy, Edinburgh; Enjoy magnificent views of Edinburgh whilst walking in the Pentland Hills, all while being guided by one of our International Workers

Welcome and Wellbeing Hub: 5th September 3pm - 4pm; Wellbeing Services Office, Edinburgh; Explore wellbeing services.

Mafia in the Woods: A Game of Secrets & Survival: 5th September 4pm - 6pm; Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh; Step into the shadows with International Cultural Society for a thrilling outdoor game of Mafia - tea, tales and treachery await in the woods.

Sat 6th September

Freshers Week Edinburgh Walking Tour: 6th September 11:45am - 3:30pm; Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh; Uncover Edinburgh's stories of Crime and Punishment. An Edinburgh local guide will take you on a walking tour of the city, following the stories of crimes, hangings, and jail time!

Big Supermarket Shopping Trip: 6th September 1:40pm - 4pm; Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh; A big supermarket shop made easy — head to Hermiston Gait for all your essentials in one convenient stop!

International Campus Tour: 6th September 2:15pm - 3:30pm; Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh; Discover your new academic home with the Nigerian and Friends Society on a campus tour made for international students.

Multicultural Mixer: 6th September 3:30pm - 5:30pm; Zeros, Edinburgh; A multicultural mixer celebrating culture, community and building connections - led by the Black Voices Project.

Vigil Mass: 6th September 6pm - 7pm; Chaplaincy, Edinburgh; The Chaplaincy is holding a Vigil Mass for our Roman Catholic students.

Sun 7th September

Global Church Service: 7th September 11:30am - 1pm; Chaplaincy, Edinburgh; A Christian worship service on campus.

Welcome BBQ: 7th September 3pm - 5pm; Chaplaincy, Edinburgh; The Chaplaincy invites you to attend a welcome BBQ, with vegetarian options available.