Open Campus 2026
On June 14, from 12 to 7 pm the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) in Klosterneuburg opens its doors for its annual Open Campus.
Only 30 minutes outside of Vienna, visitors of all ages are welcome to experience a day full of science, discovery, fun, including activities in and around the new VISTA Science Experience Center. Get ready for an incredible Sunday filled with interactive activities, exhibitions, shows, talks, opportunities to meet and greet, and much more.
Open Campus is a chance to listen to researchers and science journalists, ask and learn, visit ISTA labs, discover the VISTA Science Experience Center and ISTA campus while enjoying food and drinks in great company.
Program: Exhibitions and Shows
Discover how tomorrow's knowledge is created in the interactive exhibition “Science in the Making.”
Age: 10+
Location: VISTA Science Experience Center
A glimpse into ISTA’s research groups through a pop-up exhibition.
Age: 7+
Location: Central Building (Mondi Hall)
Together, we’ll gaze up at the starry sky and embark on a cosmic journey of discovery.
Age: 10+
Location: Central Building (Mondi Hall)
Liquid nitrogen experiments with a wow factor!
Age: 3+
Location: Central Building Terrace (Outdoors)
Dive into the vastness of the galaxies and learn more about the distant regions of the Milky Way in a 20-minute film.
Age: 10+
Location: VISTA Science Experience Center Auditorium
With ÖGS interpretation.
Age: 9+
Location: Central Building (Raiffeisen Lecture Hall)
With ÖGS Interpreting.
We bring the invisible to life! Together, we’ll dive into the magical world of colors.
Age: 9+
Location: Moonstone
A colorful spectacle of soap bubbles that will amaze you.
Age: 3+
Location: Sunstone Building (Outdoors)
Age: 6–10
Location: Central Building (Raiffeisen Lecture Hall)
With ÖGS interpretation.
Age: 9+
Location: Central Building (Raiffeisen Lecture Hall)
Programm: Meet and Greets
How do you actually turn a research idea into a successful startup? Find out the answer here!
Age: 15+
Location: In front of the VISTA Science Experience Center
Meet ISTA scientists and learn more about their research!
Talks start times:
1:30 PM
2:00 PM
2:30 PM
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
Age: 15+
Location: VISTA Science Experience Center
Presentation in English by the ISTA AstroClub.
Age: 10+
Location: Central Building (Raiffeisen Lecture Hall)
With ÖGS interpreting.
Lecture by physicist and science writer Florian Aigner.
Age: 15+
Location: Moonstone Building
Fascinating discussions with journalists in residence at ISTA (in English).
Age: 10+
Location: VISTA Science Experience Center Auditorium
More activities
From 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, there will be plenty of exciting activities taking place around the ISTA Campus. You can easily travel from the VISTA Science Experience Center to the museum gugging on a hop-on-hop-off bus.
12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Kids Zone, face painting, scavenger hunt, tattoo station, bounce house, food trucks, and much more.
4:30 PM to 7:00 PM
DJ set in front of the VISTA Science Experience Center. Starting at 5:00 PM, a bar serving signature drinks will ensure a relaxing end to the day.
How to Get Here
We recommend using our free shuttle buses from Vienna Heiligenstadt (via Klosterneuburg-Stadtplatz) and from Tulln (detailed information will follow shortly). You can also travel by bike; the campus offers plenty of bike parking spaces. Please note the limited parking availability on campus and consider other transportation options instead of driving. You can find more information on how to get there here.
If you have any questions, please contact us by email at opencampus@ista.ac.at. By participating in the event, attendees agree to our privacy policy regarding event recordings.
Accessibility
At this year’s Open Campus, we are making a special effort to ensure that all visitors can participate in and enjoy the event. Our measures include:
Sign language interpretation for selected science shows and tours.
Many science exhibition texts in simple German, to ensure easy understanding for all visitors.
An accessibility point (in front of Lab Building West) will provide information and assistance for people with disabilities.
A designated family-friendly room for young children as well as breastfeeding.
A quiet room for visitors who need a calm environment.
Sensory kits will be available for visitors to borrow at the accessibility desk to assist those with sensory sensitivities.