COVENTRY EVENTS

Although you’re not going to be short of entertainment from the comfort of your own spacious accommodation, with your gym, cinema room and games room, there’s also loads of entertainment available in Coventry! There is always something to see and do in this vibrant city, with a wide range of interesting and exciting festivals and informative museums.

The SU at Coventry University is home to many events throughout the year, including regular comedy shows with award-winning comedians, the Moving in Party to provide the best welcome possible for brand new students, regular quiz nights, movie nights, sports fairs, and of course the previously mentioned BOOM! student night at JJ’s every Tuesday.

student events at coventry

If you fancy some theatre, The Belgrade is a 850-seat theatre that plays host to regular touring productions, whilst The Albany Theatre is an Art Deco building that is home to a theatre, studio space, and dance performances, comedy, and music events. There’s also some really interesting museums in Coventry, The Transport Museum and The Watch Museum both highlight aspects of Coventry’s industrial development.

Designed by architect Sir Basil Spence following the bombing of the city in 1940 it was opened in 1962, Coventry Cathedral is a great place to visit. Whether you want to take a stroll and soak up the amazing architecture, or sit close by with a coffee taking in the scenes, these stunning views won’t disappoint you!

There are plenty of festivals throughout the year too, including the Coventry Coffee Festival, which is home to a wide range of speciality coffees, cake, coffee machines, and speciality tea. The British Science Festival is spread throughout venues in Coventry and Warwickshire, and hosts experts and professionals from the industry offering free talks, debates, and live shows. The Boudica Festival is a fantastic celebration of woman in the music industry, including showcases and live performances from some fantastic woman and non-binary artists in music.

For a nice quiet picnic in the park with your mates, you could visit Coombe Abbey Park, which offers 500 acres of beautiful gardens, woodland, lakeside walks and bird watching. There are also picnic/BBQ areas if you fancy a burger, as well as plenty of activities and events throughout the year. This park is ideal if you want a quiet break from studying and want to unwind.

If you’re more of a sporty person and fancy a break from the gym at your accommodation, you could visit the Coventry Sport and Recreation Centre where there are lots of classes to choose from for all different levels and abilities.

You could even try The Ballroom Climbing wall if your strength is up to it! Coventry is also a famous hub of music during the 2-Tone era, with famous bands such as The Specials coming from the city, perfect to boogie to!

For those with a good aim, Delta Force Paintball in Coventry is perhaps the best-recognised name in the sport of paintball today. With over half a million paintball players through their doors last year alone, you’d be guaranteed some great fun with your friends, just be careful you don’t give them any bruises!

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