Open House in Garching on October 3, 2026
Join us with your family at the Garching research campus and gain unique insights into the research shaping tomorrow.
The event at a glance
At the Garching research campus, visitors are invited to experience science in lectures, hands-on activities, guided tours and much more during the Open House. Whether young or old, there are numerous activities for every one on this day: students, staff and external guests. In addition to TUM, many other research institutions such as the Max Planck and Fraunhofer Institutes take part in the day of action.
- Date: 10/3/2026
- Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Location: Garching Research Campus
- Interactive map and room finder: NavigaTUM
Program highlights
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Discover gaming, algorithms and GPS: Family lectures explore how digital technologies shape our everyday lives.
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Experience chemistry and physics in action: Join interactive science shows and try experiments for yourself.
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Take on the “Escape from Carbonia” Science Escape Room: The Cluster of Excellence e-conversion combines cutting-edge research with the excitement of solving puzzles.
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See science take the stage: At the Science Slam, researchers present their work in an entertaining and accessible way.
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Go behind the scenes of research facilities: Guided tours offer exclusive insights into institutions such as the Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Research Neutron Source (FRM II) and the ZEITlab.
What can you discover?
More than 30 institutions open their doors and offer fascinating insights into current research. Explore science and innovation in the following fields:
- Quantum Computing and Supercomputing
- Artificial Intelligence
- Robotics
- Autonomous Driving
- High-Power Lasers
- Space Research
Which institutions are taking part?
Here is a selection of TUM institutions participating in the Open House:
- School of Computation, Information and Technology (CIT): The CIT combines expertise in mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering and information technology to shape the digital transformation.
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School of Engineering and Design (ED): The ED unites technical-functional and design expertise in the engineering sciences in order to develop creative solutions for a future worth living.
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TUM School of Natural Sciences (NAT): The NAT conducts scientific research in physics, chemistry and biosciences in order to understand the foundations of our existence and to shape the world.
- Munich Data Science Institute (MDSI): The MDSI conducts research on mathematical and computer science questions of data analysis and develops new theories and methods of machine learning and artificial intelligence.
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Forschungs-Neutronenquelle Heinz Maier-Leibnitz (FRM II): The FRM II is one of the most powerful and modern neutron sources in the world. The neutrons generated here are used in research, medicine and industry.
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Munich Institute of Robotics and Machine Intelligence (MIRMI): MIRMI consolidates a wide variety of expertise ranging from information sciences to the social sciences. The objective of the Institute is to create intelligent solutions which interact with humans in a sustainable and responsible manner.
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Walther-Meißner-Institute (WMI): The WMI researches the physical properties of quantum materials at low temperatures. The focus lies on superconducting and spin-based quantum systems and their application.
- e-conversion: Fundamentals of energy conversion processes: The cluster „e-conversion“ is exploring the underlying processes in the conversion of renewable energies, e.g. in photovoltaics, photocatalysis and batteries.
- MCQST - Munich Center for Quantum Science and Technology: The MCQST is examining the scientific basis for complex quantum systems and establishing the technological foundation of quantum technology.
- ORIGINS: From the origin of the universe to the first building blocks of life: The cluster „ORIGINS“ is conducting research into the evolution of the universe from the Big Bang to the origin of life.
- SyNergy - Munich Cluster for Systems Neurology: The cluster „SyNergy“ is studying how complex neurological diseases such as multiple sclerosis or Alzheimer’s originate.
- BioSysteM: The cluster “BioSysteM“ aims to create self-organizing molecular and cellular systems with programmable, life-like properties.
- NUCLEATE: The NUCLEATE research cluster investigates the fundamental biological functions of RNA and DNA molecules.
- TransforM: The social science cluster seeks to better understand emerging technologies and their transformative power, and to help shape them in relation to changing societies.