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Games and Sports
Every culture has a special game that is easy to learn and fun to play. On Australasia Day we present a fusion of games from the Aboriginal Jig-saws of Australian Art-work to the...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union South - Small Rococo's

Fashion Show - Concealed
Welcome to a world of hidden identity, well kept secrets and warped conceptions. We bring to you vibrant, obscure, creative displays of character, interpreting CONCEALED in unique...

7:30pm-9:15pm, Arts Centre - Butterworth Hall

Fashion Show After Party
Ooh La La!!
Hollywood: where stars are born and dreams become reality! Come witness The Market Place being transformed into a glamorous setting that does justice to the world's...

11:00pm-2:00am, Union - Market Place

Australian Outback
Want to get away from the cold, the wind and the rain? Fancy a trip to warm, sunny
Australia? Crikey, we sure do and if you're thinking what we're thinking then join us at...

10:00am-4:00pm, (Union)

Great Barrier Reef
From the beautiful wet shores of one continent to the dry warm desert of another, come and explore nature at its best. Dip your eager feet into the smooth sand, and enjoy the...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union South - Grumpy John's

Tea in the Treetops
Ever wanted to know what it feels like to sit and relax in the canopies of the oldest rainforest in the world? Come experience this surreal atmosphere within our Rainforest...

10:00am-4:00pm, Rococo's

Workshops
Is your creative energy flowing? Want to have fun and get some hands-on experience, plus take home your very own piece of art? Then drop in at Cholo, where we have various...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union South - Cholo's

Zen Studio
Take a deep breath...feel it? Longing for a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere, away from work pressure? Why not just enjoy some moments of calm by yourself and let your thoughts...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union - Graduate Bar

Carnival: Explosion of Colour
Through the festive collaboration of individuals and societies, "Carnival: EXPLOSION OF COLOUR" aims to set off One World Week 2008 with an all enthralling bang! For two hours...

5:00pm-7:00pm, Piazza

Top B "STREET"
Get down and dirty to the likes of Akon, Kanye West, 50 Cent and many more this OWW at Top B "Street". Feel the street vibe, groove to the break dance beats and...

9:00pm-1:00am, Union - The Cooler

World Banana
The explosive energy of the OWW carnival doesn't stop in the early evening; it continues to grow and follows us into the market place for World Banana! Enjoy the great music, the...

9:00pm-1:00am, Union - Market Place

American Diner
Its time to appreciate American Musical History, whilst delving into the life of the typical American during the 40s - and what better way to do so than eating at an American...

10:00am-4:30pm, Union South - Quench

Beach Central
In the Marketplace, the beach of your dream awaits. After your pampering session in Grumpy John's: Salão de Beleza, come and bask under the sun, lay your beach towels out on...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union - Market Place

Café Amazonia
Café Amazonia is a tribute to the world's largest forested area: the Amazon. It features water, trees and lastly thatch, all authentic elements of this ecosystem....

10:00am-4:30pm, Rococo's

Caribbean Islands and Volcanos
An active volcano amidst a beautiful Caribbean island, swaths of red and orange organza shall flow over the seating area to show that lava overflows. Trees shall also line the area...

10:00am-4:30pm, Union South - Cholo's

Latin America
The Chilean slopes of the Atacama desert, the Ecuadorian snow-capped peaks of the Andes mountains, and the Chihuahuan desert region of Mexico all call the Latin America home. ...

10:00am-3:00pm, Union - The Cooler

The Wild West: An American Saloon
Travel back in time to years of historical significance in American culture; to the years of cowboys and Indians, of cattle ranches, saloons and Stetson hats. A period which has...

10:00am-4:30pm, Union South - Small Rococo's

WinterLude:The extreme landscapes of the Americas.
Welcome to the Christmassy vista of Canada, the snow capped mountains of the Andes, and unforgettably, the Niagara Falls draping across the entire landscape. Be astounded by the...

10:00am-4:30pm, Union - The Cooler

Caribbean Carnival \ Mardi Gras
Energy, beauty, passion and colour will litter the Rococo area. Mannequins adorned with Carnival costumes and sequins will display the intricate designs of these costumes. Mardi...

11:00am-4:30pm, Rococo's

Pancake Eating Competition
A battle of the Pancake Eaters. Who will triumph? The Task: eating a large plate of maple syrup dolloped pancakes. The Challenge: be the first to finish! Who will make the...

11:00am-12:00am, Union - The Cooler

Salão de Beleza: Beauty Salon
Join us in the Salão De Beleza, the beauty parlour found downstairs (Grumpy John's), just a short walk away from the beach, for hair braiding and other fantastic pampering...

11:00am-3:30pm, Union South - Grumpy John's

Tropical Inc - Macaws and Exotic Birds
Tropical Inc Ltd are a professional company, dedicated to the welfare of exotic animals. They travel all over the UK rescuing unwanted or mistreated exotics from Macaws, Pythons,...

11:00am-2:00pm, Union South - Cholo's

Warwick Students and the Americas: Students' experiences
What do you know of about the Caribbean? How do you perceive Latin America? What of the unknown traditions of North American culture that you had no idea about? This filmed...

12:00pm-12:30pm, Union - Market Place

Street Vibe Performance
Street Vibe has been predominately influenced by the hip hop movement and has used the art of dance to relating their experiences and their passion. They often combine elements of...

12:30pm-12:40pm, Union - Market Place

Latin American: A taste of colombian songs
The Latin American duo of Carlos and Alberto are performing traditional and contemporary Colombian songs. These songs reveal tales of adversity, love, devotion as well as provide...

1:00pm-1:15pm, Union - Market Place

Capoeira Demonstration
Martial Arts, dancing, acrobatics and music! Interested? Capoeira offers them all! Originally from Brazil this martial art flows with a samba like rhythm mixed with Ronaldinho...

1:18pm-1:45pm, Union - Market Place

Eqho Workshop: A guide to Hip Hop Dancing
A collective of young talented individuals who strive to celebrate our artistry through dance: the pinnacle of this being Street Dance. They amalgamate various styles of dance...

1:20pm-1:50pm, Union - Graduate Club

Break Dance Demonstration
The Warwick Break Dancing society feature many enthused b-boys and b-girls who energetically display an array of sommersaults and handstands, flares and combos. This group embodies...

1:45pm-2:00pm, Union - Market Place

Caribbean Heat Passa Passa Dance Demonstration
Caribbean Heat will be performing some of the latest 2007 Passa Passa dances. These dances originated in Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago, and used to express their creativity,...

2:20pm-2:30pm, Union - Market Place

Latin American Music: A Chilean presentation
This year, we are proud to showcase some of the university's musical talent with performances by our Latin American students. These gifted musicians will present the...

2:40pm-3:00pm, Union - Market Place

Capoeira Workshop
"Martial Arts, dancing, acrobatics and music! Interested? Capoeira offers them all! Originally from Brazil this martial art flows with a samba like rhythm mixed with Ronaldinho...

3:00pm-4:00pm, Sports Centre - Activities Room

Warwick Tap Performance
Warwick Tap is one of the only dedicated tap dancing societies in the country. Tap dancing originated in the United Stated in the 19th Century, and indeed is iconic of the region....

3:00pm-3:10pm, Union - Market Place

Warwick Sambestras: Sensational Performance
Samba has often been linked to Semba, a Congo-Angolan style of dance where the gentleman distinguishes the lady, a gesture commonly reenacted in old Afro-Brazilian dances. This...

3:30pm-3:50pm, Union - Market Place

Tap Dancing Workshop
Warwick Tap is one of the only dedicated tap dancing societies in the country. Tap dancing originated in the United Stated in the 19th Century, and indeed is iconic of the region....

4:15pm-4:45pm, Union - Graduate Club

International Food Festival
Get ready to celebrate with:
1.An amalgamation of global flavours and tastes.
2.A fountain of smooth and sensuous chocolate.
3.A Vodka Luge to blow you away with vodka...

7:00pm-12:00am, (Union)

Fairy Tale Land
A place to relax in the magical and dramatic atmosphere of a traditional European fairy tale. Sit and reminisce by reading fairy tale stories by favourite European authors such as...

9:00am-4:30pm, Union South - Cholo's

France
"La belle France" in Rococos brings a number of events and activities to get you in the French spirit. You will find collages featuring fashion from past to the present...

9:00am-4:30pm, Rococo's

InterRail
Europe Day is the place to be for a whirlwind tour of some of the most exciting European destinations as you hop aboard our InterRail train. The entire union will be dedicated to...

9:00am-4:30pm, Full Union

Café Europa
A chance to experience the authentic café atmosphere of the continent, but with a twist! This café will have the usual tempting Italian coffee and French pastries in...

9:30am-4:30pm, Union South - Quench

Coliseum
The Piazza will be transformed into the world famous Coliseum, aiming to portray the strong ancient Roman/Italian culture. We will kick off in the morning with gladiator battles...

10:00am-4:00pm, Piazza

Eastern Europe
The area near the pool tables will turn into one of the most exciting InterRail destinations - Eastern Europe. Russian Speaking, Eastern European and Polish Societies will all be...

10:00am-3:30pm, Union South - Pool Tables

Egg Painting Workshop
Together with the Craft society, Europe Day Team brings to you an egg painting workshop. Eggs have a very symbolic meaning, especially for Slavic Europe, where different techniques...

10:00am-1:00pm, Union South - Pool Tables

The Netherlands
Why travel and spend money to go to the Netherlands when it is coming to you - to our own union! Look out for windmills, tulips and that bright orange the Dutchies are ever so...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union South - Small Rococo's

Formula 1 Simulator
Has driving a Formula 1 car been a dream of yours? Europe Day will turn this fantasy into reality as we bring to the Students' Union the excitement and adrenaline rush of Formula 1...

11:00am-4:00pm, Union - The Cooler

Oktoberfest
The Grumpy John's bar is recreated into a tent portraying Germany's ever famed 'Oktoberfest'. There will be beer, fun, frolic and live bands playing music. Roam...

11:00am-4:30pm, Union South - Grumpy John's

Pizza workshop
The Pizza workshop is an opportunity to learn to make the 'perfect pizza'! This event will open the 'oven doors' to Italy and give an insight into the most famous...

11:00am-12:00pm, Union - Market Place

Gypsy Tent
Matters of the occult and superstition have always been close to European rural beliefs. Therefore, One World Week brings this aspect of European culture to Warwick's...

12:00pm-2:00pm, Union South - Pool Tables

Eurovision
A great chance for anybody who enjoys singing, dancing and jamming to let their passion and talent shine through to take over the MarketPlace stage and leave the onlookers in awe!...

3:00pm-4:30pm, Union - Market Place

Disney Score
Whatever happened to Snow White and her Seven Dwarves? Or to Mickey, Donald, Goofy and Pluto? Surely everyone remembers Winnie the Pooh?!
Well if you do, then you know where...

9:00pm-1:00am, Union - Market Place

The Med Party!
The most eclectic night of the week! A blend of the cultures from all around the Mediterranean Sea will be entertaining you on this 'must attend' night! With many traditional...

9:00pm-1:00am, Union - The Cooler

Shanghai 1920
We're back in time to Old Shanghai to experience an amazing night of karaoke! Come and sing in the spotlights like a star or simply chill out to awesome Jazz music and enjoy...

10:00pm-1:00am, Union - Graduate Bar

Ancient Egyptian Tomb
Ever wondered what it was like on the inside of a Pyramid? The Cholo area will house the event called The Tomb, where students will be able to view and touch mummies, jewellery and...

10:00am-5:00pm, Union South - Cholo's

Bedouin Lounge
The Bedouin café will be an enthralling mixture of scents and tastes to blow your senses. Immerse yourself in an iconic middle-eastern café, and enjoy the best that...

10:00am-5:00pm, Rococo's

Savannah Camp
A campsite synonymous with the rolling grasslands of the Serengeti Plains will be tucked away in the intimacy of Rococo. Come and relax around our campfire, sip at an African...

10:00am-5:00pm, Rococo's

The 'Village'
The Cooler will be transformed into a fusion of villages as found around the Middle East and Africa. Come discover secrets, visions and truths. You may think the media tells you...

10:00am-5:00pm, Union - The Cooler

Bahari Beach Bar
Want to relax, feel sand between your toes and
wind in your hair? Beach 'Bahari' in South Central will satisfy all those needs! Our setup will transport you to those beautiful...

10:30am-5:00pm, (Union)

Falconry
Come meet Chris Neal and his magnificent birds of prey. Experience the ancient art of falconry, a favourite pastime for Sheiks in the Middle East. Learn from Chris'...

10:30am-4:00pm, Union South - Grumpy John's

Fortune Telling
Alan Mcnamara is back again! Come get your fortune told, your palm read and learn of the skills it takes to be a good fortune teller! You might just find out if you're going to be...

10:30am-5:00pm, Union South - Small Rococo's

Reptiles
Grumpy John's is transformed into a shelter for an array of live animals only found overseas. It's a chance to get close and personal with some of the most beautiful...

10:30am-4:00pm, Union South - Grumpy John's

Voodoo Cave
An air of supernatural enchantment will be taking over the Cholo pool table area on Thursday 24th Jan. From bottles of spells and potions to voodoo dolls, this area is sure to...

10:30am-4:00pm, Union South - Cholo's

Beers and Wines of Africa
Africa is home to some of the world's finest beverages. Middle East and Africa Day is proud to bring a selection of 'Africa's Finest Nectar' to Warwick. Savour the...

11:00am-4:00pm, Rococo's

Tropical Inc.
Tropical Inc Ltd are a professional company, dedicated to the welfare of exotic animals. They travel all over the UK rescuing unwanted or mistreated exotics from Macaws, Pythons,...

11:00am-2:30pm, Union South - Cholo's

ACS - Learn to shake it!
The African and Caribbean Society will be holding a live performance and workshop! Come watch them proudly display their African heritage and talents. There's also a chance to...

1:00pm-1:45pm, Union - Market Place

Belly Dance Workshop
The Belly Dance society will be giving a special live performance in the market place. Watch them pay homage to this spectacular ancient Middle Eastern art form. They will also...

3:00pm-4:00pm, Union - Market Place

Drumming Workshop and Jam
Come together to enjoy making music in its simplest form. Watch the Drumming Society perform unique sets live in our union, then get the chance to learn the basics followed by a...

4:00pm-5:00pm, Union - Market Place

Ahlan Terrace
"Ahlan" literally means "make yourself at home". Sit back, relax and take time to enjoy the rich, relaxed atmosphere of a traditional Middle-Eastern night. With...

10:00pm-2:00am, Union - Graduate Bar

Atlantis
Need a break from the heat downstairs? Dive into the underwater party that is Atlantis, the lost Empire. DJ Taks will surely make you move with slick tunes of Funky House and...

10:00pm-2:00am, Rococo's

Pressure - Black Party
Underground! Rave! Black!
One World Week Pressure returns and may truly be the biggest Black Party Warwick University has ever witnessed. Fancy yourself as an absolute raver?...

10:00pm-1:00am, Union - The Cooler

Vapour - White Party
Electrifying! Hypnotizing! White!
White is the colour of purity, sterility and innocence. It is shiny and affirmative, as fierce as red, as definite as black. Get ready to be...

10:00pm-2:00am, Union - Market Place

Betty's Tea Room
Come and have a traditional cream tea all day in Rococos. Try a range of different teas and see which is your favourite. Or just come along to relax with a cuppa and a scone. The...

10:00am-4:00pm, Rococo's

Blackpool Beach
Being in the midlands means that many of us never go anywhere near the beach the whole time we're at university. But we say, why go to the beach when we can bring the beach to...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union South - Grumpy John's

House of Fun
Enter back through the tunnels of time into everyone's favourite childhood day out as you enter the UK Day's very own Funfair, presented in all its vibrancy in the Cooler...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union - The Cooler

Sherwood Forest
Come and take a stroll through Sherwood Forest in small Rococo's all day. Bring your hamper and tablecloth and have a teddy bears picnic or just lose yourself in the...

10:00am-4:00pm, Rococo's

Sports Moments
Britain is the birthplace of many world-renowned sports such as Rugby, Cricket and of course Football. These sports are enjoyed throughout the world and Britain has always keenly...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union South - Cholo's

The Capital
Enter the metropolitan heart of Great Britain in our urban London area going on all day in Cholo. Experience the hustle and bustle of this dynamic and exciting city. Grab yourself...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union South - Cholo's

The Red Lion
Welcome to The Red Lion, a classic British pub. For one day only all day in Cholo, you can bask in the lovely dingy atmosphere of a traditional British public house (minus the...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union South - Cholo's

Wine Tasting
Learn more about English wines by coming upstairs in the union to our all day free wine tasting. Taste a wine that is made locally and is 100% sophisticated. Try it with locally...

10:00am-4:00pm, Union South - Cholo's

Juggling Jamboree
Ever wondered how jugglers keep their balls in the air while making it look so easy? But when you try you can only ever catch one? Well in this 40 minute session you can learn how...

11:00am-11:40am, Union - Market Place

Jive workshop
Need a quick and easy dance routine to impress on the dancefloor?? This workshop has all the classic moves from 'big fish, little fish' to 'where's the dj'! Get your evening...

11:40am-12:20pm, Union - Market Place

Mad Hatter's Tea Party
This year we will be welcoming you all to another brilliantly eccentric Mad Hatter's Tea Party in Rococo's at 1 o'clock! Come and enter the weird and wacky world of mad hat...

1:00pm-3:00pm, Rococo's

Mini University Challenge
See if you're better than the people on University Challenge with our event in the Marketplace that starts at 1 o'clock! Take on a panel of four lecturers in a bid to gain...

1:00pm-2:30pm, Union - Market Place

Royal Variety Performance
It is the 'gem' of UK Day; be in the Marketplace at 2.30pm or miss out on a glorious spectacle of talent! Based on the annual televised performance performed in front of...

2:30pm-4:00pm, Union - Market Place

Apocalypto
Before we take you on a journey around the world tomorrow at the World Party, we want you to experience one more explosive and energetic jungle party. Another first for OWW, get...

10:00pm-2:00am, Union - The Cooler

Apres-Ski
Done with the slopes for this season? Leave your skis and snowboards behind, and bring along your dancing shoes! Warm up, unwind and boogie it down on the dance floor, at the...

10:00pm-2:00am, Union - Graduate Bar

Reflections
You're fulfilled now that you've seen it all: the larger than life decor, the blinding lights, the heart-pumping music. All you want at this point is to sit down, have a drink and...

10:00pm-2:00am, Rococo's

SensAsian
Colour! Energy! Utopia!
SensAsian is back to grace OWW! We will tease you with a little traditional Asian culture recapturing that exciting old-school street festival feeling,...

10:00pm-2:00am, Union - Market Place

World Party
This year the World Party includes two distinct events: The Performance and The Night itself. Reflecting everything that is celebrated during the week this is the finale of One...

8:00pm-1:00am, Union - Market Place