Social Events

Free Events:

  • Opening Ceremony & Welcome Reception
  • Annual Party
  • Closing Reception

Registration is not required for these events, but due to limited capacity, admission will be on a first-come, first-served basis. To gain entry, please show proof of attendance, typically with a conference badge. Accompanying persons (guests) with a conference badge are also welcome to attend.

Paid Events:

  • MERC Party

Opening Ceremony

Where: to be confirmed
When:  Wednesday 3 September
Price: Free for delegates
How to get there: 
Description: The Opening Ceremony marks the official start of the conference. Attendees will hear welcome remarks, an overview of the event, and important updates. EAA prizes will be awarded, and winners announced. There may also be short lectures and entertainment. This event sets the tone for the conference and provides an opportunity to connect with fellow participants.

 

Welcome Reception

Where: to be confirmed
When:  Wednesday 3 September
Price: Free for delegates
How to get there: 
Description: The Welcome Reception provides an opportunity for attendees to meet and socialize in a relaxed setting. Light refreshments and drinks will be served as participants connect with colleagues, network, and begin the conference in a more informal atmosphere.

Annual Party

Where: Drugstore club and Karmakoma
When: Thursday 4 September
Price: Free for delegates
Description: The Annual Party offers attendees an evening of music, dancing, and entertainment. One complimentary drink will be provided (additional drinks available for purchase), and guests can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere while networking and socializing with fellow participants.This event is a great way to unwind and celebrate the conference.

      

Drugstore Club in Belgrade has been a hub for the underground culture of Serbia’s capital since 2012. After relocating in 2014 to the space of the former largest slaughterhouse in the Balkans, BIM Slavija, Drugstore became an even more ambitious DIY project, hosting electronic music giants such as Silent Servant, Surgeon, Richie Hawtin, DVS1, and many others during its 13 seasons. In 2023, the club expanded with a new space, the Karmakoma Club, which carries a similar underground concept but offers a more relaxed atmosphere, perfect for a chill zone and afterparties following the main events at Drugstore Club.

  

Both venues, located next to each other, will be available for delegates in Belgrade, offering unique experiences throughout the night.

How to get there: The venue for the Annual Party is located about 3 km from the Main Venue and is easily accessible by public transport.

  • Public Transport:
    • Option 1: Walk 7 minutes (500 m) from the Main Venue to Republic Square (Trg Republike) bus stop. Take bus 37 for 5 stops (11 min) to ŽS Pančevački most. The venue is 25 m from the stop.
    • Option 2: Walk 8 minutes (550 m) to Dom Omladine bus stop. Take bus 58 for 4 stops (9 min) to ŽS Pančevački most. The venue is 25 m away.
  • Night Buses (After Midnight – 4 AM)
    • Walk 5 minutes (500 m) to Pančevački Most bus stop. Take night bus 101N to Republic Square.
    • Departures: 1:10 AM, 2:25 AM, 3:05 AM
    • Total journey: ~50 min to Pančevački Most, plus 15 min to Republic Square
    • Note: Night bus schedules may vary—arrive early to avoid missing your ride.

MERC Party

Where: Dorćol Platz
When: Friday 5 September, 20:00 CET
Price: 24 EUR (includes two drinks)
How to get there: 
Description:
Annual gathering for members of the EAA MERC community.

    

The party venue is a cultural centre located a 15-minute walk from the University, in the lower part of Dorcol, the former industrial district. Dorćol Platz is a multidisciplinary art commune open on 1.600 m² space for new forms of art and world trends, education, entertainment, sport and technology.

Closing Reception

Where: to be confirmed
When: Saturday 6 September
Price: Free for delegates
How to get there: 
Description:
The Closing Reception offers attendees the chance to network and socialize in a relaxed setting. Light refreshments will be provided as participants reflect on the conference, discuss key takeaways, and connect with peers. This event marks the official conclusion of the conference.