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Celebrate 50 years of Maastricht University with us! On this page you will find the latest news and updates about our anniversary. Stay up to date and don’t miss a moment of this special year.

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Maastricht University celebrates 50th anniversary together with city and region

Maastricht University is celebrating its 50th anniversary. What started as a small medical faculty has grown into an international university. The university celebrates this anniversary together with the city of Maastricht and the region.

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Open Call - Artist in Residence

Artists from all disciplines, such as musicians, theatre makers, visual artists and writers, are invited to take part in a one-month research residency at Maastricht University. Sign up for the open call!

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Tour
12 Aug 2026

City Tour: 50 Years of Maastricht University

Join us in celebrating 50 years of Maastricht University and discover the city from a new perspective.

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Tour
12 Aug 2026

City Tour: 50 Years of Maastricht University

Join us in celebrating 50 years of Maastricht University and discover the city from a new perspective.

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Party
31 Aug 2026

Opening Academic Year 2026/27

On Monday, 31 August, we will celebrate the start of the 2026/27 academic year at the Theater aan het Vrijthof.

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Party
31 Aug 2026

Opening Academic Year 2026/27

On Monday, 31 August, we will celebrate the start of the 2026/27 academic year at the Theater aan het Vrijthof.

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Party
04 Sep 2026

PAS Festival 2026

A double celebration in the city centre: PAS Festival marks its tenth edition as well as 50 years of Maastricht University, with an extensive programme for young and old alike.

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Party
04 Sep 2026

PAS Festival 2026

A double celebration in the city centre: PAS Festival marks its tenth edition as well as 50 years of Maastricht University, with an extensive programme for young and old alike.

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08 Sep 2026

'Together Towards Wellbeing' workshop series

During these free workshops, you'll discover how daily habits, mindfulness, and mental resilience can contribute to greater balance, connection, and well-being.

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08 Sep 2026

'Together Towards Wellbeing' workshop series

During these free workshops, you'll discover how daily habits, mindfulness, and mental resilience can contribute to greater balance, connection, and well-being.

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Tour
22 Sep 2026

UM50 Venlo Tour (NL)

Discover UM in Venlo during a free guided tour of the Brightlands Campus Greenport Venlo.

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Tour
22 Sep 2026

UM50 Venlo Tour (NL)

Discover UM in Venlo during a free guided tour of the Brightlands Campus Greenport Venlo.

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23 Sep 2026

ETPathfinder Open Day — Listening to the Universe

Dive into the science behind black holes with this free tour.

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23 Sep 2026

ETPathfinder Open Day — Listening to the Universe

Dive into the science behind black holes with this free tour.

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Tour
28 Sep 2026

Guided Tour of the Special Collections of the University Library (Dutch)

An exclusive look behind the university library's vault door.

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Tour
28 Sep 2026

Guided Tour of the Special Collections of the University Library (Dutch)

An exclusive look behind the university library's vault door.

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