Program UNIKAT 2025

Welcome to the supporting program of UNIKAT – The 5OUND of CELEBRATION, the summer highlight marking the 50th anniversary of the University of Bayreuth! In addition to music, culinary delights, and a great atmosphere, you can look forward to a varied program – for young and old, for the curious and creative, for families and festival fans.

Line-up

Click HERE for the complete artist profile.

This year, there will again be a varied music program featuring various artists on three stages in the Botanical Garden starting at 5 p.m. A detailed schedule can be found at the bottom of the page.

Welcome Area:

IsiZoe
(University) Dance Group
REIS

Mediterranean House:

Flamenco
ParaSol
DJ aetos

Victoria Basin:

Larissa & Rolf
Lisa ruft an
RuBen

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Picnic Area: Exercise & workshops in the green

Relax among palm trees, flowers, and beats:

Yoga sessions
Zumba to join in
Sustainability workshops with Green Campus Bayreuth
Lawn areas & chill spots with picnic flair

ÖBG guided tours

Experience the Botanical Garden in a different way:

Spices & culinary herbs: smell, taste, discover!
Sounds of Nature: an acoustic journey through the tropical garden

Children's program

A day full of color, movement, and discoveries for our little guests:

Face painting & painting station
Play & exercise in the green
UNIKAT x ÖBG Memory

Barrier-free picnic area with space for families

Across the ÖBG

Discover interactive stations across the festival grounds:

Body painting station
ÖBG Rally
“Turtenwald” – an artistic and sweet experience
Chill & Paint Zones

University Foundation Award Ceremony

A festive moment for outstanding research and commitment:

Time: tba
Stage in the main area

Further information about the University Foundation Award Ceremony

Exhibition in the Botanical Garden

“Between play of colors and silhouettes”
Artistic works by Ute Westien
ÖBG exhibition space | Free admission

Opening hours:

Sun & holidays: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Mon–Fri: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Duration: July 6–October 26, 2025
Vernissage: Sunday, July 6, 11:30 a.m.