Masterclasses

Two days packed with practical content

This year, we’re stepping it up a notch. You can look forward to concentrated practical knowledge, tried-and-tested methods and a direct exchange of experiences in crisp 45-minute sessions.
The aim: knowledge you can put into practice in your business the very next day.  

1 ticket is valid for 2 days

The big change: for the first time, the masterclasses will take place over two days at two different venues! When planning your schedule, make sure you know exactly which day you’ll be at which venue:

  • Day 1 (16 July 2026): Live at the festival site right next to the SICK Arena.
  • Day 2 (17 July 2026): Deep Dive in the inspiring atmosphere of the Lokhalle Freiburg.
Das Bild zeigt eines der Iglus aus Vogelperspektive

Masterclasses: Day 1

Where: Neuer Messplatz 1, 79108 Freiburg im Breisgau

To the Masterclasses Day 1

Viele Menschen sitzen und stehen in einer großen, modern gestalteten Industriehalle mit Sesseln, Holztischen und einer „INFOBAR“ im Hintergrund unter einer Deckenkonstruktion mit zahlreichen Hängelampen und Kabeln.

Masterclasses, Day 2

Where: Lokhalle Freiburg, Paul-Ehrlich-Straße 5–13, 79106 Freiburg im Breisgau

To the Masterclasses Day 2

Day 1: The festival site at the SICK Arena

Right in the thick of it: on the first day, the masterclasses take place right in the vibrant heart of the festival.

In our three specially constructed themed igloos (Zukunft-Raum-Schwarzwald, IHK Südlicher Oberrhein and FWTM), you’ll be right at the heart of the action and can perfectly combine the sessions with the keynotes on the site.

Address: Neuer Messplatz 1, 79108 Freiburg im Breisgau

To the Masterclasses Day 1

Außenansicht des modernen Messegebäudes der SICK ARENA mit einer breiten Freitreppe im Vordergrund und dem großen, blauen Schriftzug „SICK ARENA“ auf dem Dach vor blauem Himmel.

Day 2: The Kreativpark at the Lokhalle in Freiburg

For the deep dive on the second day, we’ll be moving to one of the region’s most inspiring venues. With its blend of rugged industrial charm and modern container chic, the historic, listed locomotive shed offers just the right atmosphere for focused networking, trying out new methods and delving deeper into practical applications in professional workshop spaces. Where trains were once serviced, young entrepreneurs now work on the ideas of tomorrow.

Address: Lokhalle Freiburg, Paul-Ehrlich-Straße 5-13, 79106 Freiburg im Breisgau

To the Masterclasses Day 2

Außenansicht lokhalle Freiburg

Frequently asked questions about the masterclasses

From the end of June, you’ll be able to register for the masterclasses via the Talque app. We’ll be posting the link to the app on our website shortly. 

No, the second day is already included in the ticket price. The food and drink offer is valid exclusively on the day of the festival (16 July 2026). 

You can find all the information you need about hotels and accommodation in our hotel recommendations.

Accommodation

If you’re coming directly to the Lokhalle by car, you have the following options:

  • Lokhalle underground car park: Access via Paul-Ehrlich-Straße 15. Parking spaces are available here (please look out for any signs indicating visitor parking).
  • Public car parks: You’ll find further public parking options in the immediate vicinity along Paul-Ehrlich-Straße, Freiladestraße and Eugen-Martin-Straße.
  • Alternative: Larger car parks are available at the Neuer Messplatz (SICK-ARENA), from where you can easily reach the Lokhalle on foot.

As our masterclasses are in high demand, bookings this year can only be made via the app. We recommend you book quickly – once a masterclass is fully booked, it’s unfortunately no longer possible to join at short notice on the day.

How do I get from the SICK Arena to the Lokhalle?

Directions for pedestrians
  1. Starting at the exhibition centre: From the SICK-ARENA, the footpath runs for approximately 450 metres towards Emmy-Noether-Straße.
  2. onto Emmy-Noether-Straße: Turn left onto Emmy-Noether-Straße and follow it for approx. 100 metres.
  3. Turn onto Kaiserstuhlstraße: Turn right onto Kaiserstuhlstraße and follow the road for 160 metres.
  4. Junction with Neunlindenstraße: Turn left and follow the short connecting road (approx. 50 metres).
  5. Short stretch along Neunlindenstraße: Turn right onto Neunlindenstraße and take the next turn-off after about 60 metres.
  6. Final stretch: Turn left onto Paul-Ehrlich-Straße. After a further 210 metres on foot, the Lokhalle is on the right-hand side.
  • Walking time: approx. 10 to 15 minutes
Zwei Hände halten ein Smartphone, auf dessen Bildschirm eine geöffnete Event-App mit dem Titel „Highlights“ zu sehen ist. Auf der Benutzeroberfläche werden eine Keynote mit dem Titel „Entscheiden statt hoffen“, verschiedene Menükacheln wie „Programm“, „Sponsoren“, „Matchmaking“ und „Erlebnisstationen“ sowie Porträts unter „Ausgewählte Referenten“ angezeigt.

How to secure your place

As places in the igloos are in high demand and limited, registration is available exclusively via our festival app.

  1. Download the app: It’s really easy to download the app.
  2. Link your ticket: Log in to the app using your ticket details.
  3. Find a masterclass: Go to ‘Programme’ in the app, select the day you want and the relevant venue, then search for your masterclass.
  4. Register: Register for the course straight away. As places are strictly limited, it’s worth being quick. Under the ‘Participants’ section, you can check how many places are still available at any time.
  5. Select your favourites: Choose your preferred masterclasses and check in.

More information about the app

Additional festival areas

Festivalgelände mit Menschen und Sonne