On October 19, 2025, the Center for Art and Media (ZKM) will bid farewell to two major events with music and a grand finissage. The finissage of the anniversary exhibition “200 Years of KIT - 100 Objects. Parts of the whole. Selected Objects from the History of KIT” and the conclusion of the event series Art | Summer | Technology.
Experts from the Karlsruhe art scene will shed light on the background to the numerous exhibitions and events of the summer. With music and sparkling wine, visitors will have the last opportunity on this day to be guided through the anniversary exhibition by the curator and to talk to the organizers of the Art | Summer | Technology event series.

Intensive collaboration with foundations and the joint implementation of pioneering projects are also becoming increasingly important at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) from year to year. As a result, the need for communication, networking, information and exchange of experience is growing. On Wednesday, October 23, 2025, KIT will therefore welcome the science-promoting foundations for the third time at the Foundation Day in Karlsruhe. Foundation partners that already support KIT are cordially invited, as are interested foundations that would like to find out about possible collaborations.
 
Participation is only possible after registration. If you would like to receive a personal invitation to the Foundation Day, please send an e-mail to: fundraising@kit.edu..

Together with the city of Karlsruhe, DER BALL 2025 is taking place - under the motto “We celebrate KIT”. Experience a magical evening full of music, dance and festive atmosphere at our festive dance ball. Dance the night away in an ambience full of glitter and glamor. Let yourself be enchanted by the magical atmosphere and create unforgettable memories at our exclusive dance ball.
 

The free SpeechParty offers 20 German-language mini-workshops on topics relating to presenting and communicating in a relaxed atmosphere. Several lecturers with many years of experience in the education sector, on stage and in business/politics will accompany the workshops. During the breaks, there will be opportunities for non-alcoholic cocktails, party music and socializing with other people. You can also earn 1 credit.