Events

Join us for a relaxing evening at the Christmas Market in Siegen! Please register by 27 November at welcome.center@uni-siegen.de.

We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming Welcome Day on November 4, 2025. This special event day is designed to help new researchers get acquainted with both the University of Siegen and the city of Siegen, while also giving current members the opportunity to learn more about the city and enjoy time together. We have planned two exciting program highlights for you:

(1) Guided Main Library Tour

Discover the resources and services of our Main Library! Join us at 12:55 p.m. at the entrance of the Main Library on Adolf-Reichwein-Straße (AR). Learn how the library works and how it can support your academic journey.

(2) Guided Apollo Theater Tour

The Apollo Theater Siegen is not just a performance venue — it’s a cultural meeting place. It’s a must-visit for anyone interested in the arts, local culture, or engaging experiences in Siegen. We would like to invite you to a guided tour of the theater on Wednesday, November 4, 2025, at 4:45 p.m. .

We will meet in front of the Apollo Theater located at Morleystraße 1, 57072 Siegen.

Please register by replying to this email by Tuesday, October 28, 2025 and let us know which events you wish to participate in!

Please note that due to the nature of the program, the events may not be appropriate for children under 12.

We are delighted to invite you to a tour through the Alten Flecken in Freudenberg on Wednesday, 15 October, 2025 5:30 p.m.

We will meet in Freudenberg at the bus station Mórer Platz, address: Mórer Platz 1, 57258 Freudenberg.

For those without a car, the easiest way to reach the Mórer Platz is by taking the R38 bus to Freudenberg. The R38 departs from Siegen main station (Siegen ZOB) at 5:02 p.m. and arrives at the Mórer Platz in Freudenberg after about 25 minutes. Please check the schedule on the day.

The Alte Flecken of Freudenberg is a true gem: built entirely in traditional half-timbered style, this historic district ranks among the most significant old town ensembles in Westphalia – and is a cultural monument of international importance. A special highlight: the famous photo viewpoint from the Kurpark. From there, we will get a stunning panoramic view of the idyllic half-timbered houses.

We will finish our tour by 7:30 p.m. at the latest, so that everyone taking the bus back to Siegen can catch the R38 from Mórer Platz at 7:32 p.m.

So join us for this interesting tour! Please register by replying to this email by 9 October, 2025!

Please note that due to the nature of the program, the event may not be appropriate for children under 12.

Join us for a tour through the Alter Flecken in Freudenberg! Please register by 9 October at welcome.center@uni-siegen.de.

We would like to invite you to an online information session, held in cooperation with RWTH Aachen, onpensions in Europe (general overview) and pensions in Germany with more specific details.

You are currently working and residing in Germany. This means you are contributing to the social security system, of which the DRV – Deutsche Rentenversicherung – is a part. In addition, you might be insured with the VBL – Versorgungsanstalt des Bundes und der Länder – via your employer. This pension information session will provide concise information on the German pension landscape – the state and company pension scheme – as a topic.

The online event will take place on October 13, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Participation is limited to 25 people. Once the limit is reached, we will keep a waiting list.

If you would like to join, please write to welcome.center@uni-siegen.de. You will then receive the Zoom link and access details for the event.

We look forward to your participation!

A time table can be found here.

We would like to invite you to a walk through beautiful Tiergarten on Wednesday, 10 September 2025, 5 p.m. We will meet at the bus stop “DRK-Kinderklinik”. The address is from the nearby DRK-Kinderklink: Wellersbergstraße 60, 57072 Siegen.

Public transport: Bus C116 from Siegen ZOB departs at 4:30 p.m. (every 60 minutes), the ride takes about 5 minutes. Please check the schedule on the day.

On foot: About 20 min from Siegen ZOB (be aware that the path is steep).

By car: Free parking at “Wanderparkplatz Wellersbergstraße”.

We will walk a 3-4 km circular route (about 2 hours) along the forest adventure trails with activity stops such as the tree telephone and the fallow deer enclosure. Admission is free. If you're planning to head back earlier to the Siegen Train Main Station (ZOB), there's a bus every hour at 23 past at the bus stop “DRK-Kinderklinik”. The bus to Weidenau leaves from the same stop at 35 past. This is a family-friendly get-together – If you intend to bring a stroller, please keep in mind that some sections of the route are unpaved and uneven.

We would like to invite you to join us for a Sunday potluck picnic with music at the Schlosspark Oberes Schloss (Upper Castle) on Sunday, 10 August, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

We will meet at the rear side of the music pavilion in the Schlosspark Oberes Schloss at the upper level of the playground area, address: Hainstraße 77, 57072.

Please bring your favorite drinks and snacks (finger food), along with your own crockery, cutlery, and a picnic blanket if desired. If you're in the mood for games, feel free to bring your favorite ones.

The music concert at the pavilion behind us is free and will provide a nice background of pop, jazz, Latin, house, and electronic music.

We’re looking forward to seeing you and enjoying a Sunday afternoon with chatting and relaxing together.

This get-together is family-friendly – feel free to bring the whole crew!

Please register by replying to this email by 7 August, 2025!

We are delighted to invite you to our City Tour “Art in Public Places” 🎨🗺️ to explore the artistic side of Siegen with you. This tour highlights fascinating artworks in public spaces, offering a unique perspective on the city.

We will meet on Thursday, 17 July, at 6 p.m. at the Germania statue across the Café Krönchen, Markt 47-49, 57072 Siegen. Before the tour starts, feel free to join us on a delicious ice cream. The tour through the Oberstadt will take around an hour and will end at the Marktplatz. If necessary, please don’t forget to bring sufficient water and take appropriate measures to protect yourself from the sun during hot weather.

Please register via email until 14 July! Please note that due to the nature of the program, the event may not be appropriate for children under 12.

We are pleased to invite you to this year‘s Annual Reception for International Researchers, which will take place on June 25, 2025 at 6 p.m. in the F-S building on Sandstraße 16-18, 57072 Siegen. If you would like to bring family members, they also are most welcome and you can register their attendance along with your own.

We look forward to enjoying food, drinks, and engaging conversations with fellow internationals and hosts. Representatives from other university services - such as the House of Young Talents, Language Center, and Research Alumni Office will be present.

We are excited to welcome you at the reception!

Join us for an exciting round of Minigolf on 15 May. This is a great opportunity to enjoy a fun and relaxed evening while testing your putting skills and sharing laughs with fellow participants. Whether you're a seasoned player or a first-timer, everyone is welcome!

Location: Minigolf Arena Siegen, An der Alche 41, 57072 Siegen. Time: 6 p.m.

Please register via email until 13 May, 12 a.m to secure your spot!

As always: Families are welcome.

We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming Welcome Day on 24 April. This special day is designed to help new researchers get aquainted with University of Siegen and the vibrant city of Siegen itself, and to allow all others to find out a bit more about the city, and enjoy some time together. We have planned three exciting events for you:

1. Morning: Guided Library Tour Discover the resources and facilities of our Main Library! Join us at 11:55 a.m. at the entrance of the Main Library, Adolf-Reichwein-Straße (AR). Gain insights into how the library works and how it can support your academic journey.

2. Evening: City Tour – "Art in Public Places" Explore the artistic side of Siegen with a city tour curated by the Welcome Center. We will meet at 6 p.m. in front of the Nikolaikirche, Pfarrstraße 2, 57072 Siegen. This tour highlights fascinating artworks in public spaces, offering a unique perspective on the city.

3. Evening: Chat and Relax at Schellack Afterward finishing our tour, we’ll end the evening with a relaxed gathering at Schellack, a cozy music pub, at around 7:30 p.m. Should you not be able to make it to the tour but meet us at Schellack, please let us know. Please register via email until 22 April, 12 a.m and let us know which specific events you wish to participate in! As always: Families are welcome.

The year is already in full swing, and we’re excited to invite you to a fun-filled movie night: the English Sneak Preview on 6 March. Usually, every first Thursday of the month, CineStar Siegen hosts a special surprise screening. You’ll get to watch a super current movie in its original version—before its official nationwide release! The title remains a secret until the movie starts, making it a thrilling and unique experience. Don’t miss out on this exciting cinematic adventure! Who knows? The surprise film might just become your new favorite.

We will meet on 6 March at 7:45 p.m. at the Cinestar Siegen (Sandstraße 31, 57072 Siegen) at the main entrance.

Please note: As the cinema program is not definitively released until the beginning of each week, we cannot say with 100 % certainty that the Sneak Preview will take place as it usually would, and there might be a fairly last minute change of plans. However, we are sure we will have a great time in any case!

So join us and enjoy the movie with us! Please register via email until 4 March, 12 p.m.! Spaces are very restricted, so please register quickly, but only if you are sure you will come.

Please note that the film shown on that day may have an age restriction. Therefore, we can only accept registrations from individuals aged 18 and above.

We are delighted to invite you to a guided tour (in English) in the MGK (Museum of Contemporary Art) of the special exhibition ”Look, the Eyes” this month, to be more precise on 13 February.

This captivating exhibition explores the interplay of seeing and being seen. Eyes gaze out at us from drawings, paintings, photographs, and films, while we, as viewers, look back. What do these gazes seek? Is it an undefined longing that drives them, or are we, the observers, in fact the ones being observed? Seeing and being seen are deeply intertwined, shaping emotions, power dynamics, and social constructs. In a world centered on the sense of sight, the exhibition invites us to delve into the act of seeing itself, exploring its multifaceted nature across various media.

We will meet on 13 February at 5:45 p.m. at the Museum für Gegenwartskunst (Unteres Schloss 1, 57072 Siegen) at the main entrance.

So join us for this interesting guided tour! Please register via email until 10 February, 12 p.m.!

After our cozy Christmas market gathering in December, we would like to invite you to a fun-filled Game Night this month, to be more precise on16 January. This evening will feature a selection of classic and modern board and card games for all to enjoy, ensuring laughter and friendly competition for everyone. You are also welcome to bring your favorite games.

We will meet on 16 January at 6:00 p.m. at the restaurant “Gartenhaus” (Auf den Hütten 12, 57076 Siegen) to start playing. The restaurant offers delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a warm atmosphere — the perfect setting for a relaxed evening.

So join us and see if the odds are in your favour! Please register via email until 14 January, 11 a.m.!

As always: Families are welcome.