STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2026 - BOLLYWOOD × DESI

Get ready for a night inspired by the energy, glamour and chaos of your favourite Bollywood college movies — brought to life at one of Nottingham’s most exclusive nightlife venues.

This Thursday, we take over the iconic SECRET VAULT for a high-energy night of music, colour, connections and unforgettable moments.

📅 Thursday, 1st October 2026
⏰ 23:00 – 03:30
📍 Secret Vault, Nottingham
📮 NG1 5GQ
🔞 18+ — Students & non-students welcome

Expect a non-stop mix of:

🇮🇳 Bollywood
🔥 Bhangra
🌍 Afro
🎤 Hip-Hop
💥 Commercial

From Bollywood anthems to club favourites, expect something for every kind of party crowd.

This isn't a student-only event — it's a night for everyone 18+.

Whether you're at UoN, NTU, working in Nottingham, visiting the city or simply looking for your next big night out, you're welcome.

Come with your friends, meet new people and experience the night in true Illuminight style.

Want to get involved?

🖤 SINGLE — BLACK
❤️ TAKEN — RED
🤍 IT'S COMPLICATED — WHITE

Pick your status. Pick your colour. Come dressed for it. 👀

The colour theme is optional, but we want to see Secret Vault full of colour.

Very few nights give you the chance to experience an event like this at Secret Vault.

With its unique atmosphere and limited capacity, expect a more intimate, energetic experience where the crowd and atmosphere come first.

This is a limited-capacity event.

Once the venue reaches capacity, entry will be subject to availability and tickets may no longer be available.

If you're planning on coming, don't leave it until the last minute.

Tickets are released in stages and prices may increase as each release sells out.

Secure your ticket early to avoid paying more later.

Come dressed for the occasion.

Whether you're going all-out Bollywood, keeping it classy or following the colour theme — bring your best look.

• 18+ only
• Valid physical photo ID required
• Students and non-students welcome
• Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled
• Management reserves the right to refuse entry
• Entry is subject to venue capacity and security procedures
• Please arrive early to avoid queues

🎓 STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2026

Come for the theme.
Come for the music.
Come for the crowd.

🎟️ LIMITED CAPACITY — BOOK NOW.

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Secret Vault, 3 Talbot Street, Nottingham, United Kingdom

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