Forum Acusticum 2026 offers a varied social programme alongside the scientific sessions, giving delegates the opportunity to meet, network and experience Graz.
Please note that some events require a separate registration and/or payment, and that some take place at a venue other than the congress venue (Messe Congress Graz). Click on an event for full details, including directions.
Monday, 7 September 2026 · 18:30
Organisers’ Dinner
📍 Alte Universität, Hofgasse 14, 8010 Graz
An evening for the organising team and invited guests in the historic rooms of the Alte Universität in the heart of the old town of Graz.
By invitation only
Tuesday, 8 September 2026 · 19:30
YAN Event
📍 Bar 28, Gartengasse 28, 8010 Graz
An informal get-together of the Young Acousticians Network for students, PhD candidates and early-career researchers.
Drink tokens will be distributed during the YAN Icebreaker.
For young and early-career acousticians
Wednesday, 9 September 2026 · 18:30–20:00
Women+’s Wednesday
📍 MUMUTH, Lichtenfelsgasse 14, 8010 Graz
Small discussion groups on career insights and our “Women+ of the Day” from a variety of fields, with local food and drinks.
Not at the congress venue; see directions
Wednesday, 9 September 2026 · 20:00
Concert
📍 MUMUTH, Lichtenfelsgasse 14, 8010 Graz
An evening concert at MUMUTH, the Haus für Musik und Musiktheater of the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz.
Separate registration and payment required
Thursday, 10 September 2026 · 20:00
Jam Session
📍 Messe Congress Graz, Messeplatz 1, 8010 Graz
Acousticians take the stage: an open jam session right after the Social Dinner. Bring your instrument, or just your ears.
Open to all delegates
The Concert and Women+’s Wednesday take place at MUMUTH, not at the congress venue; directions are given on the respective event pages.