When is the exhibition open

On Monday, June 15, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. according to the main exhibition’s opening hours.

Is there an admission fee

Admission is free. The visit is possible free of charge during regular opening hours.

Where does the event take place

At RUB‑Makerspace in O‑Werk, Suttner‑Nobel‑Allee 4, 44803 Bochum.

How do I travel by public transport

From Bochum central station with tram 302 to stop O‑Werk; alternatively stop Mark 51°7 and about 10 minutes on foot.

Are there parking spaces on site

Yes, according to location information, there are over 250 free parking spaces and e-charging points available at O‑Werk.

Is the exhibition accessible for people with disabilities

The arrival information mentions accessibility by public transport and ground-level access in O‑Werk; detailed information can be obtained on-site or from the organizer.

Experience the future instead of just reading: AI, workshop feeling and Ruhr area spirit

Name: Route Future – WORK IN THE POT
Start: 2026-06-15T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-15T18:00:00+02:00
Location: RUB‑Makerspace (O‑Werk)

AI to touch: The Route Future – WORK IN THE POT starts in Bochum

On June 15, 2026, the main exhibition of Route Future – WORK IN THE POT opens its doors at the RUB‑Makerspace. Visitors will experience how Artificial Intelligence shapes the working world and what opportunities responsible technologies offer for the Ruhr area – free of charge and during official opening hours.

Hands-on instead of glossy: Participate, try out, understand

At interactive stations, AI becomes tangible: from intelligent assistance systems to ethical guidelines of digitalization. The event atmosphere is practical and dialogue-oriented – ideal for curious newcomers, tech enthusiasts, and industry professionals.

Event experience with Ruhr area DNA

The main exhibition in the O‑Werk combines industrial culture with future technologies. The event experience thrives on proximity, sounds from workshop areas, and the audience mood of an open learning space – perfect for testing one’s own ideas and receiving feedback.

Expertise from first hand

The route is shaped by the competence center HUMAINE, which is funded by the Federal Ministry. Behind it are experienced partners from science and practice who professionally interlink knowledge transfer, organization, and event planning.

Orientation for target groups

Whether school classes, students, founders, or companies: the exhibition presents concrete use cases, conveys methodological knowledge, and offers connections for further education, recruiting, and innovation projects.

Conclusion

Free admission, strong content: Those who want to experience the future of work in the Ruhr area live should take advantage of this date. Come, discover, engage – and bring your own ideas into practice.