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Programme and activities in the anniversary year

Our anniversary programme – Celebrate with us! We have prepared a diverse programme that offers something for every generation and interest.

From festive events and cultural experiences to musical highlights and inspiring encounters—our anniversary year invites you to join the celebrations, discover new perspectives, and engage with others.

Mark your calendars for these key dates. This page will be regularly updated to ensure you never miss an event. More details will be announced gradually. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Save the Date: Here’s a preview of our anniversary events:

Audimax of the University of Bayreuth from above.

12.03.2025

Kick-off event in the Audimax

The University of Bayreuth presented its anniversary year programme.

Neuseum of the city of Bayreuth

April-May 2025

Wiss-Komm in the "Neuseum"

Science as a driver of innovation: Let's talk about it.

Young student with a book at the library of the University of Bayreuth

04.04.2025

Night of the Libraries in Bayreuth

Eight short readings from seven faculties in the Kulturquartier.

Yoga at the campus of the university of Bayreuth

Early May

Yoga Day at the UBT campus

Join us for outdoor CampusYoga in our roundabout.

Africa Research Center on the campus of the University of Bayreuth

14.05.2025

Opening of the Africa Research Centre

Launch event of the Africa Research Centre with an "Open Day".

Experiments at the Campus Day in Kulmbach

24.05.2025

Campus Day in Kulmbach

Our 7th faculty celebrates "Five Years of Lectures in Kulmbach".

KinderUni at the University of Bayreuth

02./09./16./23.07.2025

KinderUni: Anything but boring

Research and discovery for children aged 7 to 12 in July 2025.

Aerial view of the city of Bayreuth

04.-06.07.2025

Bayreuth Citizens' Festival

The University of Bayreuth hosts a stage at the Bayreuth Citizens' Festival.

Students enter the RW 1 building at the University of Bayreuth.

05.07.2025

RW Homecoming in front of the RWI 

RW alumni, be sure to visit the RW Homecoming before the Bürgerfest.

Body painting actresses at UNIKAT 2024 in the ÖBG.

19.07.2025

Anniversary UNIKAT in the ÖBG

This year’s UNIKAT event will feature a special anniversary theme.

Mouse door opener day

03.10.2025

Mouse Door Opener Day at the UBT

Providing children with an exciting glimpse into the world of science.

Uniopenair 2023 recording: Students celebrate.

17.10.2025

Anniversary Party for Students

Together with the Fabrik, the University of Bayreuth hosts a student celebration.

Night of the Profs at the 40th anniversary of the university.

18.10.2025

Night of the Profs in the Turbine

In Kulmbach, professors of the University of Bayreuth take to the DJ booth.

Markgräfliches Opernhaus in Bayreuth

20.10.2025

Ceremony in the Opera House

The main anniversary ceremony takes place in the Margravial Opera House.

A slice of toast lies on a wooden surface, with a question mark carved into the bread

28.10.2025

The Great Knowledge UBT-Quiz

We are looking for the best experts at the UBT — where are the professionals?

Plant sprout in the soil

07.11.2025

Tree Planting Campaign

University and city come together for an environmental initiative.

Anniversary ball 2014 of the University of Bayreuth.

29.11.2025

Anniversary Ball at the Protestant Centre

A glamorous evening celebrating the University of Bayreuth's 50th anniversary.

Want to know more?

On our website under “News” you will find press releases on new research findings and the latest news from campus. In the university notes you will find short news items and information on university events.

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