With the festive Grand Opening at the Centralstation Darmstadt, WDC 2026 will officially begin on 16 January 2026.

The Grand Opening brings together people from politics, business, culture, and civil society – as a shared statement for openness, diversity and international collaboration through design.

Among other things, the evening will feature a dance performance by Paula Rosolen/Haptic Hide and a talk by Prof. Dr. Martina Löw, followed by a get-together and a party.

Please register if you would like to attend the Opening.

Register here: https://wdc2026.org/en/registration-grand-opening-wdc-2026