What's On in Vejle – May 2026: Check out three events created for internationals by UCL students AND sign up for the Spring Reception


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Dear all,

May is here! And with it warmer weather - hope you are enjoying it, you never know when it changes here in Denmark.

This month Spinderihallerne is working together with students from UCL and they have made three events in May that are targeted at international citizens - check them out and join if you can!

Find them and other May events below!

AND remember to check out last month's clif hanger; you can read more about the Spring Reception and sign up for your (free) ticket already now! ⬇️

Remember you can also find events at Vejle Municipality's event page det sker.

And Spinderihallerne and the Libraries have more events if you speak a little Danish!

ENJOY!

Kind Regards Louise

Trivia & Karaoke Night in Vejle - May 5th

Ready for a fun night full of quiz, music, and great vibes? Join us for an unforgettable evening at Spinderihallerne!

Test your knowledge about Vejle
Compete in a fun music quiz
Take the stage during our karaoke break
Enjoy a drink & snacks included in your ticket

This event is for young international adults looking to meet new people, have fun, and enjoy a social evening in Vejle.

This event is organized by Service and Experience Management students from UCL Vejle.


	Read more and buy your ticket

Connect and Learn - May 12th

New in Vejle or looking to expand your network?

Join Connect&Learn for an inspiring evening of insights, networking, and new connections.

Hear Louise Nielsen from Vejle Municipality share insights about settling in and building a life in Vejle as a newcomer. Afterwards, stay for networking, great conversations, and the chance to meet new people and make new friends.

Join to connect, learn, and grow your network in Vejle.

Tickets are free, but registration is required. The ticket includes a shared meal.

Hosted by Service and Experience Management students from UCL Vejle, this event is designed to bring internationals together in a social and welcoming setting.


	Read more and sign up (free of charge)

Creative fun for EVERYONE - May 26th

Would you like to enjoy a cozy and informal creative afternoon?

Come join us for a relaxed painting session on canvas in inspiring and atmospheric surroundings.

We’ll be joined by artist Hege Dalsgaard, who will guide us through a fun and easy-going creative process. And don’t worry – you absolutely don’t need any drawing or painting experience. This event is for everyone, regardless of skill level.

When you’re finished, you’ll of course take your painting home as a personal keepsake from the day.

Bring a friend, or come on your own and meet new people – everyone is welcome!

The event is organized by students from Service and Experience Management at UCL Vejle.


	Read more and buy your ticket here

Meet Up - May 12th

Spinderihallerne and Vejle Municipality’s Newcomer Service invite you to join our informal and welcoming MeetUp, held at Spinderihallerne every second Tuesday of the month.


	Read about the meet up

Community Evening - May 19th

Join us for an easy-going evening at Spinderihallerne, where creativity, inspiration, and community meet – and new ideas can take shape.


	Read more about the Community Evening

Port & Pompons - May 21st

We will meet and enjoy a delicious glass and do informal creativity. No level required, it is not so much about the result as about the process and the togetherness.


	Read more about Port & Pompons

WE TEST THE SIRENS - May 6th

FROM MASTS AND MOBILES on May 6th at noon!

Do not worry, when the Danish Emergency Management Agency test the warning systems annually on the first Wednesday in May.

It is to ensure, that they work and to remind you what they sould like and mean, when real danger might arise.


	Read more at the agency's website and find link to various languages

Spring Reception - June 9th

Vejle's annual Spring Reception will take place on June 9th.

This year’s keynote speaker will be Meik Wiking.

Meik Wiking is the CEO of The Happiness Research Institute and is a New York Times and The Times Bestselling author. Meik has been called The Indiana Jones of Smiles and probably the World´s happiest man by The Times.

Besides his work at the Happiness Research Institute, he is Research Associate for Denmark at the World Database of Happiness, member of the policy advisory group for the Global Happiness Policy Report, and creator of the Happiness Museum in Copenhagen.

Meik is the author behind the books The Little Book of Hygge and The Little Book of Lykke that you most likely have seen at many airports when travelling.


	Read more about the Spring Reception and sign up

The World of the Egtved Girl - opens June 6th

Come to the opening celebration on Saturday, June 6 – and celebrate the brand-new museum.

Opening Celebration
The Egtved Girl is a unique part of Danish history, and now you have the opportunity to follow in her footsteps. After nearly a year of construction, we are opening a completely new museum in the very landscape where she lived and was buried 3,500 years ago.

The World of the Egtved Girl is not a museum with walls and display cases. Here, the stories are turned inside out and unfolded in nature. Visitors are invited to walk, run, crawl, and climb through five experience zones that bring the Bronze Age and the story of the Egtved Girl to life.


	Read more about the new World of the Egtved Girl

Curious Minds Vejle

A space for curious, creative people to share stories, passions, and projects. Monthly Met ups, hands-on sessions, real connections.

Follow social media for coming dates!


	Check out Curious Minds facebook

CoNet Meetup

CoNet is a space, powered by self-responsibility and collective empowerment, where professionals intentionally meet, share, and support each other.

Next date to come - follow Social Media to catch up!


	CoNet Facebook


	CoNet LinkedIn

Dates to be aware of in May

May 1st, often called International Workers’ Day or Labour Day, is a day dedicated to celebrating workers and the labour movement. In some countries, May 1st is a public holiday, while in others it is more of a symbolic day of activism and celebration. It varies depeing on a given work places' collective agreement if it is a day off or not.

May 5th in Denmark is known as Liberation Day (Befrielsesdagen). It marks the end of the occupation of Denmark during World War II.

Today, the day is remembered as a symbol of freedom and peace. Many Danes honor it by:

Placing candles in their windows on the evening of May 4
Attending memorial events
Reflecting on the importance of democracy and independence

It is not an official public holiday, but it remains an important historical day in Denmark.

May 14th is Ascension Day and May 24th + 25th is Pentecost - all three are national holidays and many supermarkets will be closed. Many Danes will also take the Friday after Ascension day off.

May 26th is King Frederik's birthday. It is not a day off but it is an official flag day and you will see flags many official places.

Newcomer Service

You are always welcome to contact me if you have any questions about life in Vejle.

Kind Regards Louise


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Trivia & Karaoke Night in Vejle - May 5th

Connect and Learn - May 12th

Creative fun for EVERYONE - May 26th

Meet Up - May 12th

Community Evening - May 19th

Port & Pompons - May 21st

WE TEST THE SIRENS - May 6th

Spring Reception - June 9th

The World of the Egtved Girl - opens June 6th

Curious Minds Vejle

CoNet Meetup

Dates to be aware of in May

Newcomer Service