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Where does the event happen? Karlsruhe

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🗣️ Speedfriending

🗣️ Speedfriending


Want to make new friends but aren't sure where to start? Our Speed Friending event is the perfect opportunity to break the ice! Spend the afternoon chatting one-on-one for five minutes at a time before rotating to the next person. We'll provide a list of fun conversation starters to keep the energy high! Afterward, stick around for music, drinks, and snacks in a relaxed setting.


Good to Know: All you need to bring is yourself, a good mood, and an open mind!

free

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🍻 Pub Crawl

🍻 Pub Crawl


Welcome to Karlsruhe! Kickstart your exchange adventure with a pub crawl tailored specifically for our new international students. From 19:00 until midnight, we will guide you through three of the city's most popular bars—all uniquely run by students, for students. It is a fantastic opportunity to experience Karlsruhe's vibrant nightlife and make lasting friendships right from day one!


Good to know: We have partnered with the bars to accept payments with cards for this event

free

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🍷 Wine Hike (Schorle-Tour)

🍷 Wine Hike (Schorle-Tour)


Get to know the tradition of wine hiking around the palatine forest!
Join us for a Schorle-Tour to Hambacher Castle in the "Pfalz". You can choose between one or two 1L bottles of white (dry) or rosé (sweet) wine. You will also get 1.5L of sparkling water and a plastic cup to mix your own "Weinschorle" during the hike!

Important: Please bring sturdy boots (we are mostly walking on trails) and your own lunch (e.g. sandwiches, fruits, precooked meals).

from 8,00 € to 23,00 €
1l Wine with Train ticket (+ 1,5l Water) - Full Ticket

17,00 €

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2l Wine with Train ticket (+ 1,5l Water) - Full Ticket

23,00 €

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1l Wine without Train ticket (+ 1,5l Water) - Full Ticket

8,00 €

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2l Wine without Train ticket (+ 1,5l Water) - Full Ticket

14,00 €

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🥾 Hike: Trifels Castle

🥾 Hike: Trifels Castle


When & Where: Wednesday, 15.10, at 08:00 am | Karlsruhe Main Station (main entrance hall)

Skip leg day we're going on an adventure! Join us for a 12.8 km circular hike to the Trifels Castle. You will wander through the Buntsandstein-Felsformationen-Weg, admire towering cliffs, and explore the Scharfenberg (Münz) Castle Ruins. This is a moderate hike (approx. 3h 45min) with easy paths and gentle climbs.


Important: Comfortable hiking shoes are essential. Bring enough water & snacks, plus a rain jacket or warm layer for the lunch break! Spaces are limited, so secure your spot as soon as possible!

from 5,00 € to 12,00 €
Without Train Ticket - Full Ticket

5,00 €

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With Train Ticket - Full Ticket

12,00 €

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🎤 Karaoke

🎤 Karaoke


Calling all Hike survivors! Get ready to grab the mic and sing your heart out with your new friends.

Join us for our legendary O-Phase Karaoke that goes deep into the night!

With both an indoor stage and an upgraded outdoor area, you get the best of both worlds. You can choose to shout out your favorite Taylor Swift anthems on the karaoke floor, or head outside to enjoy some ravey music and play those classic games you just learned in German 101.


Good to Know: You don't need to be a professional singer to join—just bring your best vibes (or your best dancing shoes) and get ready for an unforgettable night! Bonus points if you show up in a costume!

free

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🗺️ City Rallye

🗺️ City Rallye


Get to know your new home like a true local! Join us for an action-packed City Rallye through the streets of Karlsruhe. You and your team will explore the most important spots in the city, solve fun riddles, and complete hilarious challenges to earn points.

It’s the ultimate way to figure out how to navigate the city, discover hidden gems, and bond with your fellow incomers and tutors. May the best team win! 🏆

Good to Know: Wear comfortable walking shoes and make sure your phone is fully charged for photos and navigation. We will end the rally together with some well-deserved drinks!

free

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🪩 Club Suggestion: Student Party @ Agostea

Price: FREE Entry until 23:30 (with a valid student ID)
When: Thursday, April 16th | 22:00 – 06:00
Where: Agostea (Rüppurrer Str. 1, 76137 Karlsruhe)

Ready to experience Karlsruhe's nightlife? Join us for an unofficial, casual meetup at Club Agostea! They are throwing a massive Study Party specifically for the O-Phase, and we are bringing our crew to take over the dance floor.

With multiple floors (including the main Agostea floor and the Discostadl), there is a vibe for everyone. It’s the perfect way to let loose, grab a drink, and dance the night away with all your new friends and tutors!

🚨 Good to Know: This is an unofficial ESN meetup, but you'll definitely see us there! You must be 18+ to enter. Make sure to bring a valid physical ID (not just a picture on your phone!) and your student card to get free entry and the drink specials.

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🏰 City Trip Heidelberg

🏰 City Trip Heidelberg

Experience one of Europe's most romantic cities!

Join us for an amazing day trip to Heidelberg! We will start with a guided City Tour through the beautiful old town, followed by a hike up to the famous Heidelberg Castle for an incredible view. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a free lunch buffet together in the courtyard of the historic Marstall Mensa!

In the afternoon, you will have some free time to explore the shops before we gather at the Neckarwiese. We'll chill, chat, and play games with other Erasmus students before heading back to Karlsruhe in time for the legendary ESN party at AKK!

from 7,00 € to 19,00 €
Trip without Train Ticket (Full Ticket)

7,00 €

Trip with Train Ticket (Full Ticket)

19,00 €

⛪️ City Trip Freiburg

⛪️ City Trip Freiburg

Are you ready for your next adventure?

Join us for an amazing trip to the beautiful city of Freiburg im Breisgau!
We will start with a city rallye, sharing fun facts about Freiburg's most beautiful spots, such as the Freiburger Münster (cathedral) and the Augustinerplatz. During our tour, we will also wander through some of the picturesque "Gässle" (tiny streets) that make Freiburg so unique.

Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to explore the city on your own or join us at a traditional German beer garden for a fresh, cold beer. To cap off the day, we will hike up the Schlossberg to enjoy the gorgeous view over Freiburg

from 3,00 € to 16,00 €
Trip without Train Ticket (Full Ticket)

3,00 €

SOLD OUT
Trip with Train Ticket (Full Ticket)

16,00 €

SOLD OUT
🕺AKK Party

🕺AKK Party

Let’s rave right on campus! ⚡️ Get ready to dance the night away as we bring the ultimate party to the legendary AKK at KIT! We're bringing back the incredible DJs from the ESN Winterfest rave to drop the best electronic beats and keep the dance floor moving all night long. Whether you want to celebrate your arrival, let loose with your new crew, or just experience the iconic KIT party vibe, this is the place to be. Grab your friends, bring the energy, and let’s make it a night to remember! 🔥🎶

The bar takes CASH ONLY

free

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🏐 Sport-Mix

🏐 Sport-Mix

Get ready to sweat and have fun!

Join us for the ultimate Sport-Mix Tournament where we will determine the fittest team of international students! You will compete across four exciting disciplines: Basketball, Volleyball, a Relay Race, and Ultimate Frisbee. To wrap up the competition, we will all wind down together with a fun session of Beer Yoga!

We have the entire KIT sports facilities reserved for this event. Do your best, because there is a prize waiting for the winning team! You can request teammates during registration, but be prepared to make new friends if we need to mix things up.

Good to Know: Bring snacks for our lunch break and plenty of water to stay hydrated! We will also be selling cheap beer and Spezi.

When & Where: Saturday, April 18th from 11:00 to 15:30 | Sparda Sportpark (KIT Campus Süd)
Price: FREE (Included in your O-Phase ticket)
Registration: Limited to 64 spots! Register via the ticket link.

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Tournament

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Tutor Ticket

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🍜 International Dinner

🍜 International Dinner


O-Phase is almost over, and we want to celebrate it in style at our International Dinner! Get ready for a glamorous evening with gala vibes and a red carpet—this is your moment to shine. Please come dressed in your most stunning gala-chic outfit.

We will enjoy dishes from all around the world, so bring a dish from your home country to share and discover international cuisine from your fellow participants! It’s also time for the awards! We’ll be announcing the winners of the City Rallye during the dinner.

Good to Know: Entry is only possible if you bring some food to share! There will also be a bar available to purchase drinks.

free

🥨 Weißwurstfrühstück

🥨 Weißwurstfrühstück

Have a traditional Bavarian white sausage breakfast with pretzels and beer with us. There will be vegan and non-alcoholic options also available. The Kampus Kappelle will play some traditional music to create a nice atmosphere

6,00 €