Tuesday June 24th 2025
St John's College
May Ball
ABOUT THE BALL
Stretching back to 1888...
...the annual St John’s College May Ball is one of the most lavish end-of-year parties around. Spanning the length of the College’s historic courts, the ball features dozens of musicians, all-you-can eat food & drink and a world-class firework display. Famously, the theme is kept a closely-guarded secret until the night itself.
2024 BALL
Discover the ball
Watch the highlights from the 2024 May Ball and find more videos on our YouTube channel.
2024 BALL
Discover the ball
Watch the highlights from the 2024 May Ball and find more videos on our YouTube channel.
EMPLOYMENT
Work at the 2025 ball
We are looking for dedicated individuals who want to be involved in a variety of roles including set-up, hospitality and clear-up.
In return, you’ll get the chance to be involved with planning one of the world’s most desirable parties, fair pay and a right-to-buy ticket for the 2026 ball.
For any specific queries, please contact employment@mayball.org.
Apply for jobs hereMEET THE COMMITTEE
The 2025 Ball Committee
OUR 2025 CHARITIES
Jimmy's Cambridge
Jimmy’s is a community-based charity providing both support and housing to people who are rough sleeping. Part of your ticket purchase will be donated to support their work.
Check them out online.
OUR 2025 CHARITIES
Mind
Mind is a charity that gives advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.
Check them out online.
OUR 2025 CHARITIES
Electric Umbrella
Electric Umbrella is a charity that uses music to bring people together, to create a sense of belonging and to make the world a better place. They are a community of rockstars and their mission is to empower and enrich the lives of adults with learning disabilities through music.
Check them out online.
OUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Access-a-ball Platinum
We are proud to be certified as Platinum for accessibility by Access-a-ball.
OUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Sustain-a-ball Platinum
We are proud to be certified as Platinum by Sustain-a-ball.
COPYRIGHT
© Copyright 2025 St John's College May Ball.
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