Events

The new Evolution garden in the Utrecht University Botanic Gardens is unique. Here you will take a green time travel from the first plants, the algae, all the way to the flowering plants. Walk through 900 million years of plant evolution firsthand and discover how and when certain plants evolved and what significance it had for life on Earth.

Broaden your horizon with a summer course in an inspiring international environment. The Utrecht Summer School offers a broad selection of over 150 summer courses in various disciplines, both on location as well as online. The Summer School is a partnership of Utrecht University, HU University of Applied Sciences, HKU University of the Arts and the University of Humanistic Studies. These institutions of higher education offer high quality, fully accredited summer courses in English at Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD level. Apply now and design your perfect summer!

Walking during your work or study day offers many benefits. Not only does it help clear your mind, but it also boosts creativity. In addition, it contributes to greater efficiency and productivity. Try moving your brainstorming sessions, meetings, and introductions outdoors and take advantage of the benefits of walking.

On Friday, June 27, 2025, more than 150 students from the Master’s program in Applied Data Science at Utrecht University will present their graduation projects during the annual ADS Student Conference. This year, for the first time, a company fair will be organized in parallel with the conference.

On 28 and 29 June 2025, Ronald McDonald House Utrecht will organise the fourteenth edition of HomeSport Events. This year, the event has an extra focus on its 35th anniversary. Participants will be challenged to cycle, run or walk for 24 hours throughout the Netherlands to raise money for House Utrecht. The proceeds will allow parents to stay close to their sick child at the Wilhelmina Children’s Hospital and the Princess Máxima Center

Join us on  June 30th at Tivoli Vredenburg, Utrecht for Regenerative Medicine Center Utrecht (RMU) 10-Year Anniversary Science Event, a celebration of progress, innovation and teamwork in regenerative medicine.

The U-Forward Life Sciences BreakFast is the go-to meeting place for life sciences entrepreneurs in the Utrecht region. Join us on 1 July to connect with peers, exchange insights, and collaborate on advancing innovations in life sciences.

Soon to be a lively innovation hub where future innovators in Life Sciences & Health will thrive, right in the heart of Utrecht Science Park. A pioneering place where start-ups and scale-ups have access to everything they need to grow. We would like to offer you the opportunity to get a first look at this exciting project before it is unveiled to the general public.

Do you want to understand what it takes to launch a science-based startup? UtrechtInc’s four-week Ideation Program, a simple free online evening course, could be your first step towards making a significant impact with your research.

From 26 September to 5 October, we enjoy a rich and varied programme of appealing lectures, interactive workshops, guided tours and high-profile interviews, around (applied) science at the Utrecht Science Park. Events such as the Betweter Festival, the Weekend van de Wetenschap and the Sustainability Day are also part of the programme.

On Friday evening, November 7, the very first edition of the USP Night Run will take place!
This new concept replaces the familiar Campus Run and promises an unforgettable evening. In the dark, participants will run along an atmospherically lit course, passing light installations, live music, bands, and surprising entertainment along the way. It will be a unique blend of sport and experience—perfect for those who love running and ambiance. After the run, there will be a lively afterparty to celebrate your achievement together with other participants!

Leading Together in Life Sciences & Health: Building High-Performing Teams to Drive Innovation and Benefit Society