Social Programme

Welcome Cocktail

  • Sunday, 28 September 2025
  • 16:00-18:00
  • Conference Venue (PCC, 5. května 1640/65, Prague 4)
  • Included in the registration fee.
  • All participants are invited to unwind and connect over drinks and light snacks after picking up their badges at registration. This is a perfect opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new connections at the start of the conference.

One-Day Guided Tour – HiLASE & Brewery Strahov

  • Wednesday, 1 October 2025
  • One day visit
  • Prague, Czech Republic
  • The guided tour is included in the registration fee; however, it must be selected during the registration process. Please note that capacity is limited to 70 participants, and spots will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you.
  • The one-day guided tour will begin with a short morning trip to the HiLASE Centre, a state-of-the-art research facility developing advanced laser technologies for industry and science. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about its groundbreaking work in high-power lasers and see some of the laboratories where these innovations are developed.
  • Following the visit, the group will continue to the Klášterní pivovar Strahov (Brewery Strahov) (klasterni-pivovar.cz), located in the historic Strahov Monastery near Prague Castle. Established in 2000, the brewery revives the centuries-old brewing tradition of the Premonstratensian monks. Today, it produces a range of craft beers under the Saint Norbert label, offering seasonal specialities alongside classic Czech styles.
    At Brewery Strahov, you will enjoy a hearty lunch in the atmospheric brewery restaurant, followed by a guided tour of the brewhouse. The combination of history, tradition, and modern brewing techniques makes this visit a memorable experience for beer lovers and non-beer drinkers alike.
  • Transport will be provided from the PCC. Details will be announced closer to the date.

    Gala Dinner

    • Thursday, 2 October 2025
    • 19:30-22:30
    • Občanská plovárna (U Plovárny 337/1, Prague 1)
    • Included in the registration fee.
    • We warmly invite all delegates to join us for a memorable networking gala dinner at the historic Občanská plovárna, a stunning riverside venue in the heart of Prague. Enjoy an evening of great company, engaging conversations, and a delightful culinary experience featuring a warm and cold buffet, complemented by authentic Czech beer and exquisite Italian wine. This special occasion offers the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed and elegant atmosphere while taking in the charm of this unique location. We look forward to celebrating with you!
    • Please note that the transport is not provided.