hEyQ Festival Maastricht: A Unique Student Experience on 18 October
Looking for something different to do in Maastricht as a student? Want to take a break from studying, meet new people, move your body and try something completely new?
On 18 October, hEyQ Festival is coming to Maastricht — a full day dedicated to movement, relaxation, mindfulness, connection and discovering new ways to feel good.
And yes: students get a special discount, making hEyQ an accessible day out for both Dutch and international students in Maastricht.
Looking for things to do in Maastricht as a student?
Student life in Maastricht is more than lectures, libraries, student associations and nights out.
Sometimes you simply want to do something different.
Maybe you’ve been sitting behind your laptop all week. Maybe you want to meet people outside your study programme. Or perhaps you’re looking for a way to slow down, get active and recharge without spending a fortune.
That’s where hEyQ Festival Maastricht comes in.
On 18 October, you can create your own festival experience by choosing from a programme of activities designed around movement, relaxation, wellbeing and personal discovery.
Whether you’ve never tried yoga before or you’re already into meditation and martial arts, you can find something that fits your vibe.
What is hEyQ Festival?
hEyQ is not your typical music festival.
It is a festival about feeling good, moving, connecting and discovering something new.
Throughout the day, you can experience different forms of movement and wellbeing, including:
Yoga
Qi Gong
Tai Chi
Meditation
Sound healing
Martial arts
Movement and wellbeing activities
You don’t have to be experienced. You don’t have to be super flexible. And you definitely don’t need to know what Qi Gong or sound healing is before you arrive.
The idea is simple: come as you are, choose what interests you and try something new.
A different kind of Sunday in Maastricht
Student weekends can easily become a cycle of studying, going out, sleeping in and doing it all over again.
hEyQ offers a different way to spend your Sunday.
Imagine starting your day with movement, trying a workshop you’ve never done before, taking time to relax and meeting people from different backgrounds — all in one day.
For international students, it can also be a great way to experience a different side of Maastricht and connect with people outside your usual university or social circle.
You don’t need to speak Dutch to enjoy the experience. hEyQ is designed to be welcoming and accessible, making it suitable for the international student community as well.
Student discount: make your ticket more affordable
We know that student budgets are real.
That’s why hEyQ Festival offers a special student ticket.
With the student discount, you can experience a full day of activities focused on movement, wellbeing and connection without paying the regular ticket price.
So if you’re a student in Maastricht — Dutch or international — remember to check the student ticket option when booking.
Bring your student ID and get ready for a day that’s a little different from your usual student routine.
Why students might love hEyQ
1. Try something completely new
Ever wondered what Tai Chi feels like? Curious about meditation? Want to try yoga but never found the time?
A festival is a low-pressure way to experiment.
You can discover activities that you might never normally book as a separate class.
2. Meet people beyond your study programme
Maastricht has a huge international student community.
At hEyQ, you can meet people who share an interest in movement, wellbeing and trying new things — even if you’re studying something completely different.
Come with friends or come by yourself.
3. Take a break from your screen
University life can mean hours of lectures, assignments, research and laptop time.
hEyQ gives you a reason to put your phone away for a while and reconnect with your body and the people around you.
4. No previous experience needed
You don’t have to be a yoga expert or a meditation pro.
The festival is about exploring, not performing.
Come curious rather than prepared.
5. Spend your Sunday differently
If your ideal Sunday isn’t another day of studying or recovering from a night out, hEyQ could be exactly the change of pace you’re looking for.
hEyQ Festival Maastricht for international students
Moving to Maastricht as an international student can be exciting, but building a social life takes time.
Events like hEyQ can be a great opportunity to discover people and activities outside the international student bubble.
You can come with your roommates, invite classmates or simply show up on your own.
The activities give you something to talk about — and you might leave with a new hobby, a new connection or simply a more relaxed feeling than when you arrived.
What should you bring?
Keep it simple.
Wear comfortable clothes that allow you to move, and bring whatever you normally need for a day of activities.
Most importantly: bring an open mind.
You don’t need to know exactly which sessions you’ll love. That’s part of the fun.
Ready to experience hEyQ?
If you’ve been searching for student activities in Maastricht, something different to do in Maastricht this October, or simply a way to take a break from university life, put 18 October in your calendar.
Come to hEyQ Festival, explore something new and spend a day moving, relaxing and connecting.
Students receive a special discount, so don’t forget to choose the student ticket when booking.
Discover the hEyQ Festival programme and get your student ticket at EQ Maastricht.
See you at hEyQ!
