{"id":14413,"date":"2025-03-13T09:51:14","date_gmt":"2025-03-13T09:51:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.reading.ac.uk\/connected\/?p=14413"},"modified":"2025-03-13T13:17:51","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T13:17:51","slug":"the-community-festival-is-back","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.reading.ac.uk\/connected\/2025\/03\/13\/the-community-festival-is-back\/","title":{"rendered":"The Community Festival is Back!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The University of Reading’s much loved Community Festival is back for its third year – bringing together alumni, students, and the community for a vibrant day of entertainment, reconnection and exclusive alumni events!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Taking place on\u00a0Saturday 17 May 2025<\/strong>, this free one-day festival at the University of Reading\u2019s Whiteknights Campus promises live music, interactive workshops, creative spaces and delicious food. Whether you\u2019re looking to relive your University days or simply enjoy a family-friendly day out, there\u2019s something for everyone.<\/p>\n

Exclusive alumni events<\/strong><\/h4>\n

This year, we are excited to once again host some special alumni events, providing a chance to reconnect with fellow graduates and celebrate your time at the University of Reading.<\/p>\n

You can meet with fellow alumni over drinks and nibbles at our Alumni Drinks Reception or take a walk down memory lane with Michael Fulford, staff and member of The Friends of the University of Reading<\/a>, as he leads a tour of campus.<\/p>\n

You can also relive your student years with a trip to the Merch Store for some University of Reading memorabilia \u2013 just let them know you\u2019re a UoR alum and you can get a 10% discount.<\/p>\n

All our events are free but booking is mandatory<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 please book via the links below.<\/p>\n

Alumni Drinks Reception
<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Boardroom 2, Reading Students\u2019 Union, Whiteknights Campus
13:30 \u2013 15:00<\/p>\n

\"\"Join us and mingle with your fellow alumni for drinks and snacks at our Alumni Drinks Reception. Based in the Students Union, the boardroom overlooks Palmer Quad \u2013 the perfect place to reminisce with fellow alumni on your own unique student experiences. The reception is free of charge, but booking is mandatory<\/strong>. Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot now.

<\/p>\n

Please note that the Alumni Drinks Reception is limited to alumni attendees only, due to space limitations of our venue.<\/p>\n

Book the Alumni Drinks Reception now<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Whiteknights Campus Tours
<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Early Afternoon Tour: 12:30 \u2013 13:30
Late Afternoon Tour: 15:00 \u2013 16:00<\/p>\n

\"\"Enjoy a guided tour of the University\u2019s beautiful Whiteknights Campus – this year led by Michael Fulford – staff and member of The Friends of the University of Reading. With an extensive knowledge of the University\u2019s history, Michael will bring to life stories behind the spaces you once called home. These\u00a0<\/strong>tours are free of charge<\/strong>, and you\u2019re welcome to register for friends or family to join you. However, booking is required<\/strong>.

<\/strong>Please note both tours will follow the same route around campus.

<\/strong>Please book on to your preferred time today to secure your place.<\/p>\n

Book an Alumni Campus Tour now<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

The Community Festival
<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Whiteknights Campus
12:00 \u2013 17:00<\/p>\n

Alongside these alumni exclusive events, the Community Festival offers a packed schedule of engaging activities for all ages.<\/p>\n

\"\"This event will feature local artists, performers and community organisations, and visitors can get active with a host of sports taster sessions or a stroll around the stunning Whiteknights lake and gardens. The Community Festival will once again showcase some of the world-leading research currently taking place at the University in a range of easy-to-understand talks, workshops and interactive sessions for all ages.<\/p>\n

At the same time as registering for a campus tour or the Alumni Drinks Reception \u2013 or both \u2013 please also express your interest to attend the\u00a0overall Community Festival<\/strong><\/a>. The Community Festival and these alumni events are free of charge.<\/p>\n

We hope you will join us for these special events. We can\u2019t wait to welcome you back to campus to create more unforgettable memories together.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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