On Sunday 23 November 2025, the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) will take part in the annual Brussels Science Festival at Muntpunt. Together with other Flemish higher education institutions in Brussels and the Flemish Government, the university brings science to the general public through a wide range of free activities. At the same time, VUB strengthens its societal impact by sharing knowledge beyond the walls of the campus.
Science and technology are changing the world and shaping a better future. It is therefore only fitting that all these fascinating research projects and impressive inventions are given the stage they deserve.
As an Urban Engaged University, VUB will showcase its groundbreaking research during Science Day, through a wide range of demonstrations, activities, walks, workshops, lectures, and screenings.
How about a scientific documentary on the last days of the dinosaurs, an interactive sign language workshop, or a creative session making glowing Christmas ornaments?
About the Brussels Science Festival
The Brussels Science Festival is a collaboration between Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Erasmushogeschool Brussel, Odisee University College, KU Leuven, SciMingo, FWO, and KAM, and is funded by the Flemish Government.
đź“… Date: Sunday 23 November
đź“Ť Location: Muntpunt (Munt 6, 1000 Brussels)
🕑 Time: 10:00 – 17:00
Also on 23/11: three VUB documentaries on Canvas
To mark the Day of Science, VRT channel Canvas is broadcasting a series of scientific documentaries that premiered at the DocVille festival — including three films featuring research at the VUB. The perfect activity to enjoy from the comfort of your sofa.
22:45 – The Day the Sunlight Stopped Shining (Professor Pim Kaskens)
A documentary that sheds new light on the end of the dinosaur era and the catastrophic consequences of the Chicxulub meteorite impact.
23:15 – Testerep (Professor Soetkin Vervust)
Testerep was a peninsula off the coast of Ostend until the Middle Ages, before it was swallowed by the sea. The documentary uses this vanished landscape to explore how we, as humans, observe and study the world.
23:30 – Coral City (Professor Marc Kochzius)
A film about an underwater expedition around Sri Lanka, where researchers map the migration patterns of corals.
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The world needs you
This initiative is part of VUB's public programme, a programme for everyone who believes that scientific knowledge, critical thinking and dialogue are an important first step to create impact in the world.
As an Urban Engaged University, VUB aims to be a driver of change in the world. With our academic edcuational programmes and innovative research, we contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations and to making a difference locally and globally.