The Official Southampton Freshers Icebreaker

27 Sep 2025,

The Cube

SUSU

The Official Freshers Icebreaker is coming to SUSU!


Over the last 16 years, Icebreaker has provided a right of passage for 500,000+ students… now it's your turn. This is not just an event… It's a tradition!


The Official Freshers Icebreaker offers something everyone can enjoy, working hard to make their event the most inclusive there is. Big parties and drinking might not be your thing, but Icebreaker is all about making friends and being the standout night as you adjust to university life and enter adulthood!


Every ticket includes an Icebreaker wristband with social challenges.


Expect:


 • On Stage Performances


• Prizes You Can't Live Without


• Cheap Student Drinks


• T-Shirt Giveaways


• Giant Icebreaker Venue Décor


• Freshers Best DJs


• "What The Duck?" yellow duck prize.


 


Photography & Filming
Photography and filming will take place at this event. This content may be shared on social media, on our website, and in marketing materials. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact sucomms@soton.ac.uk



Safety Information


Before you enter, we will ask to search your bags and pockets - this is to ensure everyone's safety during our event. You will also be subject to a metal wand detection safety precaution.


Student ID and Age Verification ID (regardless of age) are compulsory in order to enter the event. Please have this to hand.


The safety bus will be running throughout the night and is free to use. Signage will direct you to the bus.


If you feel overwhelmed or ill throughout the night, please see a member of staff who will direct you to the welfare space, or to first aid.


Please note that there will be the use of flashing lights & strobes during the event.


SUSU has a zero tolerance to drugs. Please see the full SUSU Safety Policy here.


 


Accessibility Information


Noise Level


This event will have loud music.


This event noise will be equal to a concert.


Capacity


We are expecting it to be a crowded event.


Quiet Space


There will not be a quiet space available at this event.


Lighting


This event will have flashing lights.


Food


There will be food to purchase at this event.


Toilets


There is single stall, gender neutral and disabled toilets available at this event.


Seating


There will be some seating available at this event.


Alcohol


There will be alcohol for sale at this event.


There will be free drinking water available at this event.


Accessibility


There are lifts and step-free access points available at all our events.


Safety Bus


The Safety Bus will be running from Crescent on Highfield Campus from 21:00 till 02:00.


British Sign Language


Unfortunately, we do not have the resources to provide BSL, however if you have your own support, they are more than welcome to join.


Is there something missing or would you like to speak to the team ahead of your visit? Please email suevents@soton.ac.uk

The Organisers

SUSU

We are the University of Southampton Students’ Union (also called "SUSU"). We are here to represent the voice of students at every level and ultimately make their university experience unforgettable. Independent from the University, we're run by students, for students!

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