Tickets sales for 2019 May Ball open 10 February

This year's May Ball has a lot to live up to following the success of last year's Valhalla. But the committee, under the direction of May Ball President Ruben Nijk, is determined to create an equally exciting and entertaining event.

Ticket sales open at 12.00 on Sunday 10 February via the May Ball website.

Note that there will be a limited number of discounted Early Bird tickets for £89 only, exclusively for Wolfson students. So be quick and don’t miss out on this benefit!

Standard tickets will cost £99.

VIP tickets, which offer early access, a champagne reception and a special musical treat, will cost £119.

A limited number of 25% off Bursary Tickets will be available for bursary holders at £75.

What's on

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