SU Fireworks 2026: Stalls & Performances

05/11/2026 - 05/11/2026

5pm - 9pm

Want to showcase your society or club at SU Fireworks 2026?

We're inviting societies and clubs to get involved by hosting a stall or taking to the stage with a performance!

🛍️ Host a stall

Showcase your society or club to the SU Fireworks crowd! You can choose to raise funds for your community or an external charity. Please note that products for sale will be randomly allocated and supplied by the SU.

🎤 Perform at SU Fireworks

Got a talent to share? We're looking for family-friendly performances of up to 15 minutes. You'll need to submit a video of your performance as part of your application. Performance videos will be reviewed and selected by the Student Leaders, so make your entry count!

👉 Sign up here to register your interest in hosting a stall or performing.

🙌 Want to volunteer instead? Society and club members can also sign up to volunteer as field marshals through the same Typeform. Find out more about the role here: Volunteers Wanted! SU Fireworks 2026!

We can't wait to see what your society or club brings to SU Fireworks!

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