Events of the International Club

Here we present a varied program of events in German and English throughout the year – tailored to international guests, members, affiliates of the University of Bayreuth, and our broad community. Here we present a varied program of events in German and English throughout the year – tailored to international guests, members, affiliates of the University of Bayreuth, and our broad community.

You can look forward to a colorful mix of:

Socializing & exchange – such as our monthly get-togethers, welcome parties at the start of the semester, or social gatherings at traditional events;
Experiencing the city & culture – for example, on English-language city tours that introduce you to Bayreuth's history and flair;
Nature & exercise – on our biannual hikes in the Franconian countryside;
Major annual highlights – our summer night in the Ecological-Botanical Garden or cozy St. Nicholas celebrations at the end of the year;
A variety of cultural excursions – from museum visits and exhibition experiences to stargazing at the observatory.

Our goal: to facilitate diverse encounters – in a relaxed atmosphere, culturally sensitive and inclusive.

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Regular events

Welcome Parties Hide: At the beginning of each semester, the (new and old) international guests and members of the University of Bayreuth have the opportunity to meet our club members and university as well as city representatives. While enjoying some snacks and having a drink, our guests are invited to have conversations and exchange experiences in a relaxed atmosphere at the Alexander von Humboldt Haus (IBZ), located at Eichendorffring 5.
Guided City Tours Hide: For the newly arrived international guests or those, who would like to learn more about our city, we organize guided city tours in English to provide information on the rich history and culture of Bayreuth. Afterwards, the participants are invited to discuss their new impressions in one of our Franconian restaurants.
Hiking Tours Hide: Twice a year, we invite the international community of the University of Bayreuth to join us on a hiking tour somewhere around Bayreuth. While discovering new places, enjoying the Franconian nature and doing some easy physical excercise, these hiking tours offer a great possibility for getting to know other international university guests as well as members of our club.
Franconian / International Summer Nights Hide: Once a year, usually at the end of June, all international guests and members of the University of Bayreuth are invited to the biggest annual IC event: formerly the Franconian Summer Night and beginning from 2024 the International Summer Night. The parties take place at the Ecological-Botanical Garden (ÖBG), where the area behind the greenhouses turns into a cosy pop-up beer garden for one evening. While having dinner and enjoying some live music, the international community of the University of Bayreuth as well as representatives from the city and the University Bayreuth are invited to make new contacts and maybe even friends.
Traditional St. Nicholas Parties Hide: Every year around the 6^th of December, we celebrate a festive afternoon with treats and Christmas punch while we wait for the arrival of Saint Nicholas, who will be bringing a small surprise for every child. International guests and members of the University of Bayreuth are warmly invited to come with their children (or also alone) to the Alexander von Humboldt Haus (IBZ), located at Eichendorffring 5.
Various Other Cultural Events Hide: Visiting an art exhibition, going to a museum, discovering the outer space from the observatory - the International Club offers much more! If you do not want to miss an activity, subscribe to our mailing list by sending a request to internationaler-club@uni-bayreuth.de.

Webmaster: Olga Gassan