Academic Opening 2025-2026.
Open Mind. Open Science. Open Campus.

Free to join us for a toast!

To toast the new academic year, you can choose from one of four bars scattered across campus. There’s something for every taste, mood, and style.

For the culture lover: at Bar Pilar you can sway to live music with a drink in hand. You’ll also get a sneak peek of the new expo Setting the table.

For the connoisseur: at the brewery of our bioengineers, you can taste the quirky VUB beer. The Darolus Tripel and Darolus Sour don’t just taste like craftsmanship, they carry a hint of academic daring too.

For the student spirit: drop by the bar of student circle Bierkultuur. They serve more than just beer! Will their infamous Alfredo – a cocktail with apple jenever and ice tea – be on the menu? You’ll find out on the spot!

For the caffeine-crusher or tea-sipper: at Bar Buna you can go for a matcha latte, lungo, or fresh ginger tea. Anything but your average soft drink!

Feeling hungry?

The food trucks are calling. From Italian pasta to Thai wok, from Belgian fries to Mexican wraps – every stand has both meat and veggie options.
Vegan? Head to the wraps by the amphitheatre, that’s your go-to spot.

Lost in the crowd?

You’ll find all food trucks and bars on the campus map.

Free drink vouchers

Payment is easy with cash, card, Payconic or drink vouchers.
After each tour and at the ceremony, you’ll receive two free drink vouchers.