Open Campus

Experience science up close! Join us on June 14, 2026, from 12 to 7 pm as the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) opens its doors for visitors of all ages on the occasion of its annual Open Campus event.

Highlights

• Discover cutting-edge research at the Institute through guided lab tours.
• Engage with hands-on science exhibitions.
• Try interactive experiments for kids.
• Visit the VISTA Science Experience Center.
• Experience thrilling science shows – e.g. with Stefanie Allworth or Florian Aigner
• Have fun at the Mini Science Shows for all aged 3 to 9 years.
• Look forward to the Astronomy Dome.
• Enjoy the later afternoon with a live DJ performance.

A detailed program will follow soon.

How to Get Here

We encourage using our free shuttle buses from Vienna Heiligenstadt (via Klosterneuburg) and from Tulln. (More information will follow).

• If you decide to make the trip to the Open Campus by bike, you can find the bicycle parking here, and information out how to get there here.
• Find a map of the ISTA campus here.
• Please be aware of the limited parking situation on campus when arriving by car and consider other options of transportation.

For questions, email us at opencampus@ista.ac.at. By attending, participants agree to our privacy policy regarding event recordings.

Accessibility

At this year’s Open Campus, we are committed to ensuring that all visitors, regardless of their abilities, can participate and enjoy the event. Our strategy for the event includes:

• 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 desk will be available to 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.

We look forward to seeing you at the Open Campus 2026!