How to Celebrate Carnival?

18 February 2026 | Category: Culture, Student life

Every February, you notice how people from the Netherlands and Germany dress up in colourful costumes, have drinks and dance in the streets. This is known as the Carnival celebration, a cultural celebration unique to the region. What is Carnival, and how is it celebrated? Let’s find out! Background History…

Cultures of WUR – Calçotada

Enjoying calçots
2 May 2025 | Category: culinary, Student life

Wageningen is home to a vibrant international community, and with that comes a rich mix of cultural traditions shared and celebrated throughout the city. A standout example of this cultural exchange is Calçotada, a festive event that took place here recently. But what exactly is Calçotada, and how do people…