Utrecht Science Week 2025

From Friday, September 26th to Sunday, October 5th, Utrecht Science Park will be transformed into an open house for (applied) science and innovation for everyone.

The Netherlands’ largest science park, where 31,000 employees and 55,000 students work daily towards a healthy, sustainable society, is offering a rich program this week with engaging lectures, interactive workshops, guided tours, and high-profile interviews. Visitors can register now (free of charge) for the various program components.

Utrecht Science Week kicks off with a special lecture by Prof. Dr. Jan van de Winkel, founder and CEO of Genmab, an international biotechnology company specializing in antibody therapies for the treatment of cancer and other serious diseases. During this Utrecht Science Lecture on Friday, September 26, he will explore how immunotherapy is revolutionizing medicine.

Varied program for various target groups

After the weekend, there will be lectures, workshops and tours for those interested in science and innovation, policymakers, healthcare and sustainability professionals, and families with children.

Utrecht Science Week offers a unique opportunity to see where and how the science of the future is being shaped. Visitors gain access to normally closed facilities such as the high-tech plant lab NPEC , can participate in guided tours at Utrechtinc , and join an expedition to Amelisweerd .

You can also get inspired during Sustainability Day at Utrecht University of Applied Sciences and Utrecht University, and contribute your ideas about AI in healthcare at UMC Utrecht. There are also various student events, such as the Utrecht Science Week Pub Quiz and the finals of the Sustainable City Challenge , where students will pitch their ideas for making various Utrecht neighborhoods more sustainable.

Utrecht Science Week concludes on Sunday, October 5th, with a special event for younger visitors, as it’s Science Weekend . During this national science weekend, visitors can explore the world of research, technology, and innovation in an accessible and interactive way. From conducting experiments in a real laboratory to building their own robots or discovering how pediatricians and researchers collaborate on groundbreaking treatments. This year, visitors will get a unique behind-the-scenes look at Utrecht University of Applied Sciences, Utrecht University, the Wilhelmina Children’s Hospital (WKZ), and the Princess Máxima Center, among others.

Full program

There’s much more to experience during Utrecht Science Week. Visitors can view the full program and register here . All events, except the Betweterfestival , are free to attend, but some have limited space, so registering soon is recommended.

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