Event Information
CARDIFF STUDENTS’ UNION × G.O.A.T EVENTS UK presents THE OFFICIAL CARDIFF DIWALI BASH 2026 - FAKE WEDDING EDITION💍🪔🔥
From the founders of Cardiff Holi Festival, the Festival of Lights returns to Y PLAS, Cardiff Students’ Union — this year with a shaadi twist!
THE WEDDING IS FAKE. THE PARTY IS VERY REAL. 🪩🔥
Think full-on Bollywood wedding energy, Punjabi bangers, Bollywood anthems and a dancefloor packed with students celebrating Diwali together!
Last year’s Cardiff Diwali Bash was an absolute ROADBLOCK, and if you were at our recent Cardiff Freshers night, you already know what happens when GOAT takes over the Students’ Union. 😮💨
💍 THE FAKE WEDDING EDITION
FINALLY, A REASON TO REWEAR THAT SHAADI OUTFIT! 👀💃
We’re bringing the big fat Indian wedding vibes to Cardiff - minus the actual wedding! Get your group together and come dressed like you’re attending the wedding of the year.
BRING OUT YOUR LEHENGAS, SAREES, KURTAS, SHERWANIS & YOUR BEST SHAADI FITS! ✨
Traditional and festive outfits are highly encouraged, but not compulsory.
🎓 STUDENTS FROM ALL UNIVERSITIES WELCOME WITH VALID STUDENT ID!
🚨 WHAT TO EXPECT 🚨
- 500+ STUDENTS celebrating Diwali together 💃
- FAKE SHAADI ENERGY and festive outfits 💍
- GREAT-VALUE STUDENT DRINKS 🥤
- LIVE DJs & PERFORMERS 🎧
- STATE-OF-THE-ART SOUND SYSTEM 🎵
- LIGHTING & LASERS ⚡
- FELLOW CU, CMU STUDENTS & BEYOND
- EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY 📸
- LOTS MORE SURPRISES TO COME! 👀
🎧 LIVE ON THE NIGHT
DJ NIKHIL — COMING ALL THE WAY FROM MUMBAI, INDIA!
🔊 MUSIC POLICY 🔊
BOLLYWOOD | PUNJABI | GARAGE | SOUTH ASIAN
🧑🤝🧑 Entry Policy
Strictly 18+. A valid student ID is required for entry.
View our full Terms & Conditions.
❗ Safety in Our Venues
Y Plas is one of the largest Students' Union nightclubs in the UK and home to some of the biggest student events in the country. Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment is at the heart of everything we do.
As a not-for-profit Students' Union, we invest heavily in welfare, security, trained staff and venue safety measures so that students can enjoy their night with confidence.
We ask everyone attending YOLO to play their part by respecting fellow students, following staff instructions and ensuring their behaviour reflects our Code of Practice.
👉 Find out more about safety in our venues here.
📢 Join the G.O.A.T Events Team
Want to be part of the action?
Become a G.O.A.T Events promoter and enjoy exclusive perks, including:
🎟️ Free entry to events
💷 Commission on every ticket you sell
⭐ VIP benefits
🤝 Meet students from across Cardiff and grow your network
Interested? Send a DM to @goateventsuk on Instagram.
📸 Photography & Filming
Photographers and videographers will be capturing content throughout the event for promotional purposes.
If you would prefer not to appear in any photographs or videos, please let a member of the media team know or avoid the areas where filming is taking place.
♿ Accessibility
Step-Free Access – Y Plas has step-free access via the lift outside the Centre for Student Life. Please speak to security.
Accessible Toilets – Step-free accessible toilets are available in Cwtch, Y Plas and the Balconi. These are accessed using a RADAR key, available from the Welcome Centre.
Emergency Evacuation – Evacuation procedures are in place to ensure your safety while taking individual access requirements into account.
Quieter Spaces – If you need a break from the event, quieter spaces are available in Cwtch and The Lodge.