The Charity Balls held by the Kate Kennedy Club

The Kate Kennedy Club organises 3 charity balls for students each year: Opening Ball, May Ball, and Procession Ball.

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The Charity Opening Ball

There is no better way to kick off the academic year in St Andrews than attending Opening Ball, hosted by the Kate Kennedy Club. Throw on your black tie, and enjoy live music and DJs until the early hours; all in support of our chosen charities.

Opening Ball 2024 took place at Bowhouse, and welcomed nearly 1,500 guests. Details about Opening Ball 2025 will follow shortly.

The Freshers' Table; An unmissable opportunity to meet lots of new people!

The Charity May Ball

Whether it is the end of your first, or last, year at St Andrews, the Kate Kennedy Club’s Charity May Ball is the perfect way to celebrate it. With exams out of the way, enjoy a night filled with music and rides before you leave the bubble for the summer.

May Ball 2025 took place at Earlshall Castle, hosting nearly 1,500 students and raising money for charity. May Ball 2026 will be announced in the new year.

The Procession Ball

On the night of the Procession, we invite all students and residents who participated in the Procession, Life Members, current Club members, and friends of the Club, to celebrate another year of this great tradition.

If you are taking part in the Procession and would like to attend, please get in touch with the Club.

Emma Andersson (President 2024-25) with Will Press (President 2025-26)