What you can expect:
- Interactive exhibitions & workshops
Experience with all your senses how we could live, learn and work in the future - with creative, playful hands-on stations. - Inspiration from international speakers
Among others with:- Carl Naughton (Curiosity researcher)
- Hanni Rützler (food trend researcher)
- Katharina Ehrenmüller (innovation strategist)
- Exciting formats such as:
- Curious Food Objects
- Future Bricks
Artists, researchers and entrepreneurs come together to make the future tangible.
- Open day at Tabakfabrik
On 23 May, Tabakfabrik opens its doors with exclusive insights, guided tours and special events.
Location: Tabakfabrik Linz, Peter-Behrens-Platz 15, 4020 Linz
Date: 23 - 24 May 2025
Admission: Free of charge
More info & programme
For families & children
- JKU workshop: "Light & quantum physics at your fingertips"
On 23 May, Johannes Kepler University is offering a hands-on workshop where children and young people can playfully discover the world of optics and quantum physics. A highlight of the International Year of Quantum Science. Read more - Ars Electronica Futurelab: "Beyond Curiosity"
On 24 May, families can take part in a creative workshop in which they scan inspiring elements and contribute to a collective exhibition.Welcome to Linz!
For adults & the curious
- Keynote: "AI, creativity and the future of work"
On 23 May at 16:00, Holger Volland, media and digital expert, will talk about the role of artificial intelligence in the working world of the future.Read more - Keynote: "Curiosity: the underestimated success factor"
Also on 23 May at 16:30, Carl Naughton, curiosity researcher, will give a talk on the importance of curiosity in transformation processes.Read more - Keynote: "The future begins in the mind: the power of positive narratives"
On 24 May at 16:00, Katharina Ehrenmüller will talk about the importance of positive narratives for shaping the future. Find out more
Venue & times
- Venue: Tabakfabrik Linz, Peter-Behrens-Platz 15, 4020 Linz
- Times:
- Friday, 23 May: 09:00 - 19:30
- Saturday, 24 May: 09:00 - 17:00
- Admission: Free of charge - but a festival pass is required, which can be booked online: Festival Pass "Festival of Curiosity"
Tickets & registration
To take part in events with a limited number of participants, prior registration is required: Free Festival Pass and registration.
