What's on
Find out all about our upcoming and weekly events.
Get ready for Kickstart 2025!
Join us on Campus between 10am – 3pm for games, freebies, student offers and more from our amazing Kickstart Sponsors.
When: Monday 17 to Friday 21 February , Monday 24 and Tuesday 25 February
Check out our S1 2025 Kickstart Sponsors and Kickstart Sessions and Schedule.
Chatswood Precinct Tour
Thursday 20 February 2025, 4pm – 7pm
Join the Macquarie Buddies for a tour of the bustling precinct of Chatswood. Discover the delicious cuisine, abundant shopping choices and vibrant night markets.
Bring: Water bottle; Opal card or credit card for transport costs; Dinner - you can either bring it or buy it at the time
Meet: 1 Central Courtyard
Register with your >Kickstart registration link or meet us at the meeting point.
Sydney Sights Walking Tour
Saturday 22 February 2025, 10am – 4pm
Get to know Sydney! The Macquarie Buddies will take you to iconic landmarks in the CBD such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House and Darling Harbour. This event is free to join but you'll need to pay for food, drinks and public transport.
Bring: Water bottle; Opal card or credit card for transport costs; Lunch - you can either bring it or buy it at the time
Meet: 1 Central Courtyard
Register with your Kickstart registration link or meet us at the meeting point.
Celebrate Mardis Gras @ Macquarie
Join us on campus Thursday 27 February to celebrate the 2025 Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival.
Mardi Gras Stall outside 18 Wally's Walk, 11am – 2pm
The Queer Collective and the Women's Collective will co-host a Mardi-Gras stall on campus featuring a range of rainbows, free goodies and prizes to be won.
Drag Trivia at UBar 4pm – 6pm
Get ready for a fabulous evening of fun and laughter with UBar's popular Drag Trivia. Gather your team, don your best rainbow and sequins, and enjoy an unforgettable trivia experience to celebrate diversity and inclusion. Groups can book a table or just turn up and play on the day.
Social Sport Comps – spaces still available
Registrations close Wednesday 26 February
Sports include netball, basketball, volleyball, and 6-a-side soccer. Registrations for our Semester 1 comp close Wednesday 26 Feb so be quick - spots are filling up fast! You can register as an individual (to be placed in a team) or register a whole team.
Summer markets and movie screening
Thursday 27 February, 1pm – 6pm
The markets are back for 2025! Now happening just once a season, don’t miss the first markets of the year. There will be artisan stalls to browse all afternoon in the Central Courtyard, followed by a free screening of Wonka at 6pm.
Back to Sem Party at UBar
Friday 28 February, 6pm – 12am
Join UBar as we bring you the first big party of the year! Dust off your best fit and kick off the new year at the most exciting venue on campus. Don't miss out on our amazing DJs, pizza and happy hour from 6-9pm. This event is sure to sell out so get your tickets early.
More information and buy tickets
SEA LIFE Aquarium
Saturday 1 March, 10.30am – 3pm
Join the Buddies and experience the iconic wonders of SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium’s unique marine environments. Discover an incredible 4,000+ animals from over 300 different species – the world’s largest variety of Australian aquatic life!
Bring: Water bottle; Opal card or credit card for transport costs; Lunch – you can either bring it or buy it at the time
Meet: 1 Central Courtyard
Cost : $25 - Buy your ticket
Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk
Friday 7 March, 10.00am – 3pm
New to Sydney? Join the Buddies for a Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk – a breathtaking 6km journey along some of Australia’s most iconic beaches! Take in spectacular ocean views, visit scenic spots, and make new friends along the way.
Bring: Water bottle; Opal card or credit card for transport costs; Lunch – you can either bring it or buy it at the time
Meet: 1 Central Courtyard
Donate blood
Thurs 6 and Fri 7 March, 9am – 2:30pm
The Blood Mobile Donor Centre will be on campus outside the Library. Check if you're eligible, then if you are, please help save lives and register to donate.
25% off Sydney FC home games
From now until the end of April 2025, MQ students and staff will receive 25% off tickets to Sydney FC Men's and Women's home games.
- Head to Sydney FC Ticketek
- Enter the MQ discount code "MACUNI25" in the password box
- Click > "Unlock Tickets"
- Choose your seats and click > "Next"
- Go to checkout and make purchase.
During session we have some great weekly events you can join in.
Come along to our weekly events to unwind, meet new people and have some fun. Most of our weekly events do not require registration, so all you need to do is show up!
English Conversation Club - improve your English speaking skills
Starts Week 1, Session 1 2025
Come along to the English Conversation Club run by the Buddies at MQ! We provide a casual, fun and supportive environment to practice your English. Show up and meet like-minded peers and improve your English in no time!
Dates: Every Tuesday, 12pm – 1pm (excluding mid-session break)
Location: Library Building, Level 4, Room M4.01
Neurodivergent Skillshops
Run online weekly, the peer-inclusive small group skillshops are tailored to students who identify with Autism, ADHD, SLD or interested in Assistive Tech.
Ubar daily deals - returning in Session 1 2025
Do you love fun and free social activities?
Make sure you follow Ubar on Instagram to find out about their Session 1 Daily Deals and upcoming events. We'll be running weekly bingo, trivia, live music, pool comps and more! Plus daily happy hour from 4pm – 6pm and heaps of prizes and vouchers to be won each week. So stick around after your classes to meet up with friends and make some new ones.
Did someone say reward?
Download the new Campus Life rewards app to start earning 10% off purchases at participating outlets.
Download from Google Play or the App Store
Campus Treasure Hunt is back for 2025
Love discovering new coffee spots and up for a challenge? Take this as a sign to try out a new place each time you’re on campus and you might get rewarded for your adventure. Simply make at least one purchase at all five participating outlets during the promotional period (10 February – 4 April) for your chance to win some great prizes including a Nintendo Switch, gym membership at our Sport and Aquatic Centre and $150 worth of coffees.
Daily Deals at Ubar
Ubar has some great daily deals this session and they’re not just for students. There’s weekly bingo, trivia, live music, pizza specials and more! Plus, daily happy hour from 4pm to 6pm and heaps of prizes and vouchers to be won each week. So why not make Ubar your place to unwind after work and enjoy a drink with a view.
Follow Ubar on Instagram for all the latest offers
Giant Garden Games
Open weekdays 10am – 3pm
The Campus Common (opposite the Waranara Library) has been re-activated with giant chess, cornhole, Jenga and more. Bring your friends, it's completely FREE.