SU Makes: Decorate a Diya

Thursday 23 October 2025

7pm - 8:30pm

SU Lounge

Decorate a Diya for Diwali ✨


Join us to celebrate the Festival of Lights! Come along and decorate your own diya (a traditional clay lamp) to bring a little extra glow to your Diwali.
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of creativity, traditional music, and tasty snacks, and learn more about the meaning behind this vibrant celebration.

✨ Event Details:

🕓 Time: 7pm-8:30pm
📍 Location: SU Lounge
💫 Who can join: All students are welcome — no experience needed!

Bring your friends, get creative, and add some sparkle to your Diwali! 🌸

Venue Capacity: 30

Entry is on a first come first served basis

FAQs

Q: Do I need to arrive at the beginning?

A: You can drop in to the event anytime 

Q: Do I have to stay until the end?

A: No youre free to leave whenever you want

Q: Do I need to bring money?

A: Nope! Our events in the SU Lounge are free of charge, just bring yourself!

Q: Will there be alcohol?

A: We will provide free hot drinks and refreshments but no alcohol is permitted!

Q: Can I come by myself?

A: Absolutely! Events are a great place to meet new people, lots of students come alone and meet people

Q: When is the last entry?

A: Best to arrive at least 30 mins before the end time to alow yourself enough time to do the activity

Q: How do I find the location?

A: This event is taking place in SU Lounge, more information on how to find the venue can be found below!

Q: Is the venue accessible?

A: Yes, there is step free access to this venue

 

If you have any further questions about this event please don't hesitate to email susouthend@essex.ac.uk

The SU Lounge is located on the same street as the Gateway Building ( Elmer Approach) as if you were headed to the High street:

To access the SU lounge you will need to scan your student card 

Here is a link for google maps to the location :

SU Lounge Google Maps Link 

 

TICKETS:

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