Open Days & Events

Experience Falmouth

Sitting in a coastal town yet internationally recognised as a hub of creative innovation, Falmouth University needs to be experienced to be believed. Find out what our university, location and students are made of by attending an in-person Open Day, campus tour, online event or visit our Virtual Experience page.

Have you already booked your Open Day and want to start planning your day? To make it as seemless and productive as possible, we have put all the information you need in one place.

What Happens at an Open Day 

Undergraduate Open Days

Parents smiling with daughter at an Open Day at Falmouth University
Open day Penryn mother smiling father daughter student mentor

Sat 23 May 2026

09:00 - 16:00

Open Day

In-person

Visit our beautiful campuses and explore our professional-standard facilities at an Open Day.

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Open Day 2

Sat 03 Oct 2026

09:00 - 16:00

Open Day

In-person

Visit our beautiful campuses and explore our professional-grade facilities at an Open Day.

Open Day
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Sat 24 Oct 2026

09:00 - 16:00

Open Day

In-person

Visit our beautiful campuses and explore our professional-standard facilities at an Open Day.

Open Day
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Sat 14 Nov 2026

09:00 - 16:00

Open Day

In-person

Visit our beautiful campuses and explore our professional-grade facilities at an Open Day.

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Wed 25 Nov 2026

12:00 - 17:00

Open Day

In-person

Visit our beautiful campuses and explore our professional-standard facilities at an Open Day.

Open Day

Free coach from Bristol

If you’re coming to our Open Day on Saturday 23 May 2026, you can take advantage of a free coach service running from Bristol Temple Meads Train Station to Falmouth University’s campuses in Cornwall and back again. 

Find out more

Campus accessibility

We have partnered with AccessAble, one of the UK's largest disability information providers, to produce an Access Guide for visiting, studying, and working at Falmouth University. The online guide includes detailed information on the accessibility of buildings and services across our two campuses.

See the Access Guide

GWR Discount

Visitors to our Open Days, interviews and applicant days can get a 20% discount on Advanced Purchase tickets* with Great Western Railway by booking through the link below:

Book tickets

Guests need to search from any destination on the GWR network to “Falmouth University”. Once they have gone through this they will arrive at the next section, where the discounted fares are marked with a red asterisk.   

*This discount will continue to be available up until 18 February. From 18 February 2026 to the end of March 2026, the discount will not be available due to a system change at GWR. The discount is valid on Advanced Purchase tickets only and can be redeemed on any Advanced Purchase tickets for dates a week before and a week after our events. If you have questions, please contact futurestudies@falmouth.ac.uk

Upcoming Campus Tours

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Open Day female ambassador by Students Union stand

Wed 01 Apr 2026

Campus Tours in April 2026

In-person

Book a Campus Tour now to discover our beautiful campus grounds and explore our vast range of profes...

Campus Tours in April 2026
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Open Day June 2019 - 34

Fri 01 May 2026

Campus Tours in May 2026

In-person

Book a Campus Tour now to discover our beautiful campus grounds and explore our vast range of profes...

Campus Tours in May 2026
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Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 09:50, performance starts at 10:00

Gusto Immersive: Pre-Release Catalogue Showcase

In-person

Experience a curated preview of pre-release surround sound music from Gusto Immersive.

Gusto Immersive: Pre-Release Catalogue Showcase
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ArtsCentre MUS304 Holding Image Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 10:50, performance starts at 11:00

Beth Payne

In-person

These are some songs that I have enjoyed writing and hope that someone enjoys listening to.

Beth Payne
A group of 4 leaning against a metal bar with blue sky in the background
ArtsCentre Joz Curren Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 10:50, playback starts at 11:00

Once I Said (Playback Session)

In-person

Once I Said, a Falmouth born band inspired by folk, shoegaze and indie rock, showcase their debut se...

Once I Said (Playback Session)
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ArtsCentre Willow Thomas Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 10:50, playback starts at 11:00

Chwill

In-person

Chwill Presents: Quail! A bedroom pop experience featuring lush doo woo and folk inspired sound desi...

Chwill
A person mixing a live band with a mixing desk in view
ArtsCentre Kat Dale Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 11:50, performance starts at 12:00

KD Sound featuring Nihilistic Endeavour

In-person

Experience the noise of ‘Nihilistic Endeavour’ on 13th May for a set of high energy death metal ...

KD Sound featuring Nihilistic Endeavour
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ArtsCentre Abby Pengelly Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 12:50, performance starts at 13:00

Asteria Music Label Launch Event

In-person

Asteria Music presents a comprehensive and immersive showcase featuring all of the work our label ha...

Asteria Music Label Launch Event
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ArtsCentre Yannis Lee Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 12:50, playback starts at 13:00

Yannis Lee

In-person

I will present a playback showcase of original works that demonstrate the many things that influence...

Yannis Lee
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ArtsCentre Callie Jackson Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 12:50, playback starts at 13:00

Morning, Cat

In-person

Morning, Cat are a four piece band formed in Falmouth, Cornwall.

Morning, Cat
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ArtsCentre Emily Collis Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 13:50, performance starts at 14:00

Emily Collis

In-person

Emily Collis is a singer- songwriter, blending introspective lyricism with indie-folk influences. ...

Emily Collis
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ArtsCentre Harry Morse Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 14:50, playback starts at 15:00

Monodisk

In-person

Monodisk is an audio-visual artist that blends intricate breakbeats, classic drum machines, and knot...

Monodisk
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ArtsCentre MUS304 Holding Image Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 14:50, playback starts at 15:00

Ethan Dunn

In-person

My portfolio showcases music that I have produced this term for various bands and artists.

Ethan Dunn
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ArtsCentre Jude McBride Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 15:50, performance starts at 17:00

Jude McBride: Lock In! Uh Oh, Jingo!

In-person

Live at Studio K presents: ‘Lock In!’ A performance of progressive rhythm and experimentation by...

Jude McBride: Lock In! Uh Oh, Jingo!
Falmouth University students sat on the terrace at Gylly Beach Cafe with the sea in the background
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Wed 13 May 2026

16:00 - 17:00

Money Management Masterclass

Online

An online masterclass on how to budget and manage your money effectively while studying at universit...

Money Management Masterclass
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ArtsCentre Joel Yarwood Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 16:50, playback starts at 17:00

Goosy

In-person

Join Goosy as he unveils his self-produced EP in an intimate visual playback experience.

Goosy
A silhouet image of a person mixing a live band in a gig studio
ArtsCentre MUS304 Holding Image Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 16:50, playback starts at 17:00

Reece Jerrom (distrokid)

In-person

An ep/album that will be played from Spotify once uploaded through distrokid.

Reece Jerrom (distrokid)
A silhouet image of a person mixing a live band in a gig studio
ArtsCentre MUS304 Holding Image Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 16:50, performance starts at 17:00

Taylor Hopewell

In-person

There is no place I can build myself, so I build around myself.

Taylor Hopewell
A silhouet image of a person mixing a live band in a gig studio
ArtsCentre MUS304 Holding Image Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 17:50, performance starts at 18:00

Lewis Bell

In-person

A music performance featuring the work of Lewis Bell.

Lewis Bell
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ArtsCentre Fin Corrigan Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 17:50, performance starts at 18:00

Fin Corrigan

In-person

Showcase of production sound, post sound and compositions for 3 short films:

Fin Corrigan
A silhouet image of a person mixing a live band in a gig studio
ArtsCentre MUS304 Holding Image Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 18:50, playback starts at 19:00

Michael Harverson

In-person

A playback session featuring the work of Michael Harverson.

Michael Harverson
A silhouet image of a person mixing a live band in a gig studio
ArtsCentre MUS304 Holding Image Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 18:50, playback starts at 19:00

Dylan Astill

In-person

A playback session featuring the work of Dylan Astill.

Dylan Astill
A group of people sat on steps covered in grass
ArtsCentre Alfie Mear Summer 2026

Wed 13 May 2026

Doors open 19:50, performance starts at 20:00

Rouge Retrograde

In-person

We are a versatile band showcasing a cabaret-style event featuring covers of songs by renowned artis...

Rouge Retrograde
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ArtsCentre MUS304 Holding Image Summer 2026

Thu 14 May 2026

Doors open 09:50, performance starts at 10:00

Izzie Hill

In-person

A performance featuring the work of Izzie Hill.

Izzie Hill
A silhouet image of a person mixing a live band in a gig studio
ArtsCentre MUS304 Holding Image Summer 2026

Thu 14 May 2026

Doors open 10:50, playback starts at 11:00

Jeremy Linn

In-person

A playback session featuring the work of Jeremy Linn.

Jeremy Linn
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ArtsCentre Sylvie Rose Horne Summer 2026

Thu 14 May 2026

Doors open 10:50, playback starts at 11:00

Foxhunt (Playback Session)

In-person

There is a space between your eyes, in mind, and whats in front of you. Listen in to hear a Debut of...

Foxhunt (Playback Session)
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ArtsCentre Ethan Freitas Summer 2026

Thu 14 May 2026

Doors open 10:50, event starts at 11:00

FrostBound Records Exhibition

In-person

Come through to celebrate the release of FrostBound Records MIX_01, a project bringing multiple arti...

FrostBound Records Exhibition
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ArtsCentre Emma Lifford Summer 2026

Thu 14 May 2026

Doors open 11:50, performance starts at 12:00

Silken Fashion Show

In-person

Step into the Silken fashion and live music show and immerse yourself in Vivienne Westwood's iconic ...

Silken Fashion Show
Two images side by side of two dancers. One on a dark footpath looking up at a light and one on top of a hill during the daytime
ArtsCentre Company Dusk and Red River Summer 2026

Thu 14 May 2026

Various times, please see event listing

Company Dusk and Red River

In-person

A double bill performance featuring Company Dusk and Red River.

Company Dusk and Red River
A silhouet image of a person mixing a live band in a gig studio
ArtsCentre MUS304 Holding Image Summer 2026

Thu 14 May 2026

Doors open 12:50, playback starts at 13:00

Dom Earnshaw

In-person

A playback session featuring the work of Dom Earnshaw.

Dom Earnshaw
A silhouet image of a person mixing a live band in a gig studio
ArtsCentre MUS304 Holding Image Summer 2026

Thu 14 May 2026

Doors open 12:50, playback starts at 13:00

Isaac Tinley

In-person

A playback session featuring the work of Isaac Tinley.

Isaac Tinley
An illustrative picture of a person sat on the floor with a laptop computer in front of them
ArtsCentre Johnny Parker Summer 2026

Thu 14 May 2026

Doors open 12:50, event starts at 13:00

DFTG: Jude in the Undertow

In-person

No, but seriously, imagine it: It's 2015. Your favourite site is threatening to plaster ads on ev...

DFTG: Jude in the Undertow
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5 Reasons to attend an Open Day


Thinking about an Open Day? Current student, Alice shares 5 reasons why it’s worth the trip: from meeting future lecturers to exploring campus life and choosing your university with confidence.

Discover why an Open Day is worth it

Explore ways to visit and experience Falmouth

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Open day Penryn mother smiling father daughter student mentor

Open Days

Our Open Days are the perfect way to get a taste of student life at Falmouth

Open Days
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Campus Tours

Take a look around our facilities and campuses, get a real feel for what it's like to study in our c...

Campus Tours
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Open day illustration talk

Events

From student life to application advice, our series of online  and in-personmevents are perfect for getting a real feel for our creative community.

Events
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Penryn Campus Pano 2021

Virtual Experience

Live outside the UK? Can't visit in person? No problem. Experience Falmouth University on this Virtu...

Virtual Experience
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UCAS Exhibitions

We attend UCAS exhibitions across the UK and virtually. See when we’ll be visiting an exhibition n...

UCAS Exhibitions
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Virtual Tour

Get a 360º feel for our facilities, accommodation, town and scenery in just a few clicks.

Get your prospectus

Find out about our undergraduate and postgraduate courses and get a taste of life in Falmouth and our facilities, by viewing our prospectus online or by ordering a printed copy.

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