At SSC2025 there will be regular breaks for social interaction. Additionally, we foresee and plan for the following social events on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
✨Monday Evening: Open Invite for Loose Socialising
For those arriving Monday and particularly early-career researchers, we have made a reservation at the beach bar Hart Beach in Den Haag.
🕕 Time: Evening time. Reservation begins at TBD.
🎉 Program: None. Come to the beach & enjoy the sun setting
🧭 Travel Advice: For a more scenic route, take the tram 1 from Delft Station to Tramhalte Keizerstraat, Den Haag. From there, it is a 15-minute walk along the beach promenade to the beach bar. For a quicker route, take the train to Den Haag HS and continue via tram line 1 along the same way.
🥂 Tuesday Evening: Welcome Drinks & Mingling
Ease into the conference with an informal evening of good conversations and cheerful glasses. Whether you’re meeting old colleagues or making new connections, this is your chance to settle into the SSC 2025 vibe in a relaxed setting.
🕕 Time: Evening (exact time & location to be announced)
🎉 Expect: Friendly faces, casual networking and a laid-back Delft atmosphere
🧭 Wednesday Afternoon: Choose Your Adventure
Looking for a fun way to connect with fellow participants on Wednesday?We’re offering three exciting social event options on Wednesday — both designed to help you unwind, explore, and enjoy the charm of Delft in your own style.
Spaces are limited, so you’ll be able to indicate your preference during registration.
New option added! You can now also select the Salsa Workshop during registration. 💃
🚤 City Tour by Boat – Rondvaart Delft
Enjoy a relaxing guided boat tour through the historic canals of Delft with Rondvaart Delft. During this scenic ride, participants will explore the charming waterways while learning about the city’s rich history, architecture and hidden stories from a local perspective.
This peaceful tour offers a unique way to experience Delft – from the water!
🕓 Duration: Approx. 1 hour
📍 Departure Location: Koornmarkt 113, Delft (City Centre)
🔗 More info
This option is now full, so it cannot anymore be selected.
(Image source: GetYourGuide)
🏛️ Royal Delft Museum – Guided Visit
Experience Delft’s world-famous porcelain tradition at the Royal Delft Museum, the last remaining factory from the 17th century. Participants will get a guided tour through the museum, showcasing original Delft Blue pottery and its centuries-old craftsmanship.
🕓 Duration: Approx. 1.5 hours
📍 Location: Royal Delft, Rotterdamseweg 196, 2628 AR Delft
🔗 More info
Image source: Royal Delft Museum
💃 Salsa Workshop – Dance, Move & Connect
Get moving with a fun and energizing salsa workshop for beginners!
In this lively session, participants will learn the basic steps of salsa dancing in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. No experience or partner is needed – just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to try something new.
Guided by experienced instructors from Baila Bel Air, you’ll explore the rhythms and movements of this vibrant dance style while connecting with others and enjoying the music.
Unwind, have fun, and discover the magic of salsa!
🕓 Duration: Approximately 1–1.5 hour
📍 Location: To be determined
Image source: Baila Bel Air
Whichever adventure you choose, you’re sure to create great memories with the SSC 2025 community!
🍽️ Thursday Night: SSC 2025 Conference Dinner
Join us for a celebratory dinner to toast the week’s shared knowledge, laughs and moments of inspiration. The SSC conference dinner brings everyone together for a relaxed evening with great food, a warm ambiance and a few surprises.
🕖 Time: Evening (full details coming soon)
📍 Venue: A spectacular location in the center of Delft – to be revealed!
🎶 Expect: A good meal, good people and that shared sense of “we did something cool together.”