On Friday 6 December 2024, our popular Festive Family Event returns to Highfield Campus for another year. Staff and students with young children are invited to join us for a magical afternoon of crafts, activities and entertainment.
Please note that there are limited Storytime with Santa slots remaining – if they have sold out, please book a “Festive Family Event WITHOUT Santa Storytime” ticket and email [email protected] with your preferred storytime slot to be added to a waiting list.
This year’s event will run from 15:30-19:00 and is the perfect way to start the festive season, with Bubbles Man, Crazy M, free refreshments including hot chocolate and a seasonal snack, face painting, crafts, and of course the opportunity to sit down and enjoy Storytime with Santa (limited tickets).
There will also be plenty of photo opportunities, and a range of additional food and drinks available to purchase.
Register for your free tickets now
It is important to us that our Festive Family event is inclusive and accessible to all. We are offering shorter and more relaxed visits with Santa and will also have a Relaxed Room available with quieter activities and crafts. These sessions may be particularly suited to families where a parent, carer or child is disabled or neurodivergent. If you would like to register for this please fill out this Microsoft Form instead of the Eventbrite link above. Please be advised that there are a limited number of relaxed Santa sessions.
This event is for the families of staff, students, alumni and supporters of the University of Southampton. Our whole community is welcome, regardless of faith or cultural heritage.
Tickets are free, however please ensure you register your entire party and provide any dietary requirements. If you have any queries about this event, please contact [email protected].
For more information, visit the Festive Family SharePoint page.
Watch our highlights video from last year’s event:
You may also be interested in our annual Festive Lights Celebration on Thursday 28 November – details coming soon. Please note that children are not permitted to attend the Festive Lights Celebration.