Oxford University Biological Society Ball 2023

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Oxford's first ever Biological Ball is approaching in less than a week! We hope that you are just as excited as we are. Here are a couple of things to note.

1. Get your wristbands beforehand
To save time on the night, please get your wristbands from us beforehand. Please bring your ticket and Photo ID. You cannot collect someone else's wristband for them as we have to verify every ticket holder's identity. We will be distributing them on the following days:

- Thursday (2nd March) 2:00pm-4:00pm @ The Waterstones Cafe (Broad St. OX1 3AF)
- Friday (3rd March) 2:00pm-4:00pm @ South Parks Rd. Common Room (formerly Plant Sciences Common Room)

You can also get your wristband from us on the night, but we ask that you please avoid doing so to help us manage the long queues resulting from this. Last entry will be at 8pm!!!

2. What to bring on the night
Please bring your wristband, ticket, and Photo ID. Persons under the age of 18 years will not be allowed inside the venue.

3. When to arrive
Plan to arrive at 6:45pm to be ready for doors opening at 7pm. Last entry is at 8pm. You are able to leave and return to the museum at any time. However, we will refuse entry to anyone without a wristband after 8pm.

4. What to wear
The dress code is black tie, but you may wear anything you like. We want you to feel comfortable and have fun! (Plus points for dressing on theme :))

5. Safety and Welfare
Professional security guards and first-aiders will be on-site to assist with any health and safety issues.
In addition, the Museum Lecture Theatre will be set up as a quiet space should you need to step away from the noise. There, you can find two peer supporters as well as water.

6. Liability
The museum is kindly hosting us at this very special venue. Please respect and take care around the valuable specimens, some of which are hundreds of years old. You will be liable for incurring damage on the museum specimens.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

We are hiring ball staff, specifically peer supporters, a stage manager, and someone to help our VR staff.
Please fill out our application form, to be considered and contact us if you have any questions:

BioSoc Ball Staff Application We are looking for staff to help with BioSoc Ball on the 4th of March 2023. Please fill out the form to be considered and we will contact you as soon as possible. Virtual Reality Support (£10.50/h from 7pm-11pm): We will be providing three VR headsets for guests to try out. The company supplying us...

If you didn’t manage to get a ticket, you can now join our waiting list:

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SOLD OUT 🥳
We’re so touched by everyone’s enthusiasm and hope that you’re just as excited as we are for the 4th March!!!

Tickets go live at 6pm TODAY!
Follow this link: https://biosocball.getqpay.com/
Apologies there seems to be a problem with loading the QPay webpage (too many people are trying to access it at the same time). It seems to be working better on the QPay App. We will try and solve this issue as soon as we can. So sorry!

✨SOLD OUT in minutes!!! We’re sorry if you didn’t manage to get an Early Archosaur Ticket. General release tickets will be available on Friday at 6pm!✨

A little programme sneak peek 🫣

Expect a wide variety of music and entertainment. More details to come as we’ll be introducing our artists in the coming weeks.
The lovely Vaults & Garden Cafe will be supplying us with fully vegetarian bowl food (with vegan options) as well as fun cocktails (+ mocktails 🍹). And to top it off, we’ve planned so many fun activities to keep you on your toes all night 🥳

TICKETS DROP TOMORROW!!!

Exciting news!!!
Early Archosaur Tickets (£55) will go on sale this week on Wednesday (1st Feb.). BioSoc members get exclusive early access and will receive the QPay link at 5pm, so make sure to check your inbox! (For our alumni BioSoc members: make sure the email address registered on your QPay account is up to date).
Remaining Early Archosaur tickets will be available for everyone else at 6pm. The link will be posted on our socials. There are limited Early Archosaur Tickets so stay on your paws.

General Release tickets (£65) will be available to buy on Friday (3rd Feb. @ 6pm) using the same QPay link. We will post the link and reminders on our socials.

If you submitted an Access Ticket application, you should’ve heard back from us via email.

Theme Reveal - A Land Before Time

An elaborate invitation drops through the ferns…
We are taking you back hundreds of millions of years to a time before humans existed. Oxford’s Museum of Natural History is decked out with entertainment for one night only. Wander amongst the mighty creatures who ruled the land, sky, and sea of the past, dance under the moonlight and cetacean constellations, and immerse yourself in the wonders and special museum specimens. Surrounded by the roaring symphony of a thrilling live indie musical lineup, you’ll also be able to unravel abominable mysteries and trace an enigmatic voyage to unlock an elusive treasure.

We look forward to welcoming you all (biologist or otherwise) on the 4th of March 2023.

For anyone wishing to step into the land before time for a fun night in the museum after hours, snag your entry ticket in 3rd week!

Early archosaur tickets will be available for £55 and general release tickets will cost £65. These prices include food, unlimited drinks, and entertainment. The dress code is black tie, but you may wear anything you feel comfortable in. Stay tuned for our programme!

Our Instagram Ticket Giveaway has begun!!! 🌸😱

Don’t miss your chance! Head to our Insta tomorrow for the chance to win a FREE ticket!!!! ✨✨✨

We would like to offer Access Tickets to as many students as we can and will assign these based on an honours system. Please apply by filling out the form if you consider yourself eligible for an access ticket (ball ticket at a reduced price) and we will be in touch: https://forms.gle/tYyCsHMVkEhzcFDq5

Stay tuned for tickets! We're opening Access Ticket applications tonight (check our socials for the application form).

We are so excited to announce the Oxford University Biological Society Ball 2023! Everyone is welcome to attend, including non-BioSoc members and non-biologists.

To stay up to date, follow our instagram and this page.

More information including launch party, theme reveal, and ticket release will follow in the new year! Happy Holidays and wishing you all a restful vac 🥳