FIVE MUSIC ARENAS
The Summer Ball site is turned into a mini superclub on the fields for you and your friends to enjoy the biggest student event of the year! The main arena will host a range of live acts throughout the night including top DJs and live acts plus a headphone disco - look out after Easter when the full line up is released! Hop from the main tent over to the four satellite tents hosted by the biggest nights on campus, Flirt meets Milk it, Alt meets the Sound Experiment and Vibez meets international to the mix the night up plus the casino lounge, whatever you're into there's something for everyone.
Posted 17/05/11
FAIRGROUND RIDES
Twister, dodgems and more, this wouldn't be a Summer Ball with out all the fun of the fair! After you've danced away in the tents then get some fresh air by heading outside to the fair ground rides in your tux or ballgown and rock it up on the waltzer and dodgems - all for free!
Posted 13/01/11
HEADPHONE DISCO
3000 headphones = one massive silent disco! Yes the main arena will be the coolest place to be once the Indie Vs Dance Anthems start later on in the night. Pick up you headphones, choose a channel and dance the night away. Remember to bring your £5 deposit!
Posted 13/01/11
BIG WHEEL
Big wheels keep on turnin'...all night long at the Summer Ball. Take your special someone or your group of best friends for a magical ride over the beautiful scenery of Wivenhoe Park, under the moonlight.
Posted 03/05/11
SX:TV CONFESSIONS BOOTH
Have you got a secret you've been holding on to throughout the whole of Uni and are just dying to give up? Is it time to confess to your housemates? Then make sure you stop by the big brother style SXTV confessions chapel and confess all to the vicar and camera!
Posted 03/05/11
CASINO
Chillout Jazz, ambient music, and plush seating with cocktail bar...relax in this heated tent whilst sipping on cocktails or have a flutter on the 6 gaming tables, including the most popular casino games, Roulette and Blackjack, for a chance to win stunning prizes.
Posted 03/05/11
MY BIG FAT GIPSY FORTUNE TELLER
Come and visit Rosie Lee, the infamous fortune teller...Tea leaves, crystal balls, tarot cards, magic 8 ball and clairvoyance. Perhaps you'll find out what's in store for the night ahead?
Posted 03/05/11
LAS VEGAS CHAPEL OF LOVE
An unforgettable mini drive through a Las Vegas wedding chapel. Let Elvis marry you at the Mini Las Vegas Drive-in, have your picture taken in a mock bridal outfit, get your marriage certificate, and rejoice in Elvis tunes and flashing lights - bringing the Vegas to Wivenhoe. Oh, and he will even conduct civil partnership weddings!
Posted 03/05/11
FESTIVAL STYLE FOOD STALLS
Fill up on delicious oriental noodles, home-made curry, American hot dogs and more!
Posted 03/05/11
GOLDFISH BOWL COCKTAIL BAR
Sip on a thirst quenching fishbowl cocktail from the al fresco bar...yummm.
Posted 03/05/11
INFLATABLE FUN ZONE
Indulge your inner child with inflatable Lazerquest, Human Table Football and more!
Posted 03/05/11
ARABIC SHISHA TENT
Over 15 pipes and an assortment of aromatic tobaccos, tea and coffee.
Posted 03/05/11
SURVIVORS PHOTO
Have you got the stamina to survive?
If so you will get free access to the survivors photo taken, which can be downloaded after the event. Spot yourself in a 'Where is Wally' type picture and strike a pose if you'd like to make it easier! A great way to end a fantastic night of entertainment.
Posted 03/05/11