FAB25 Czechia Warm-up @ Happylab Vienna

Kick off your FAB25 journey with an exciting warm-up event at Happylab Vienna on Thursday, July 3rd 2025! Located in the heart of Europe, Vienna is the perfect starting point for your trip to Brno and Prague. Join us for a day filled with hands-on activities, inspiring conversations, and a sneak peek into the innovative spirit of our makerspace community.

Whether you’re a Fab Lab veteran or a first-timer, this warm-up event in Vienna is your chance to connect with the global Fab Lab community and visit our 900 m2 makerspace before heading to FAB25 Czechia. 

Date: Thursday, July 3, 2025

Location: Happylab Vienna, Austria

→ Exclusive for FAB25 participants

Program: Open House starting 10 am, Fabman Q&A at 2 pm and Networking barbecue at 4 pm

Spaces are limited for select sessions, so secure your spot now!

Open House from 10:00 AM

→ Meet the Happylab team, chat with our Lab Managers, and try out our cutting-edge machines.

→ Happylab was recognized by Dale Dougherty as a “modern model makerspace” in Make Magazine – making it a must-see destination for makers worldwide.

Feel free to drop by anytime on Thursday July 3rd, 2025 starting 10:00 AM– no matter when, you’re always welcome! No registration required

2:00 PM Fabman Q&A with Raphael Luba

→ Discover Fabman, the all-in-one makerspace management solution developed right here at Happylab Vienna. 

→ Designed to streamline operations, ensure safety, and provide 24/7 machine access, enabling profitable space management

Raphael Luba, Co-Founder of Fabman, will share insights on the features that make Fabman a game-changer for managing makerspaces and how it can revolutionize your operations.

Limited to 30 participants. Pre-registration required!

4:00 PM Networking BBQ

→ Connect with fellow makers over food and drinks. 

→ If the weather is good, we’ll head to the nearby Danube Island for a barbecue — starting from Happylab as the meeting point.

Limited to 30-40 participants. Pre-registration required!
€10 fee includes snacks & refreshments

Let’s kick off FAB25 together before we head to Brno and Prague. See you at Happylab Vienna!


Location

Happylab was recognized by Dale Dougherty as a “modern model makerspace” in Make Magazine – making it a must-see destination for makers worldwide! Our vibrant community of 1,600 makers thrives in a spacious 900 m² facility in the heart of Vienna, equipped with state-of-the-art digital fabrication tools, including professional tools for woodworking and metalworking.

Happylab Vienna
Schönngasse 15 - 17
1020 Vienna

E-Mail: info@happylab.at
Tel: +43 1 3084666-0

Directions from Vienna Main Train Station (Hauptbahnhof):

  • by Public Transport: Take the U1 subway line (direction Leopoldau) to Vorgartenstraße station. Happylab Vienna is a short 10-minute walk from the station. The total journey takes about 20 minutes.
  • by Taxi/Car: A taxi ride from Hauptbahnhof to Happylab Vienna takes approximately 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic.

Directions from Vienna International Airport (Flughafen Wien):

  • by Public Transport: Take the S7 train (direction Floridsdorf) to Praterstern station. From there, switch to the U2 subway line (direction Seestadt) and get off at Messe Prater station. Happylab Vienna is a short 2-minute walk from the station.
  • by Taxi/Car: A taxi ride from the airport to Happylab Vienna takes approximately 25-30 minutes.

Connections to Brno

The train or bus connections from Vienna to Brno, where the conference kicks off the next day, are excellent, with trains running hourly. For schedules and tickets, check the websites of ÖBB, RegioJet or Student Agency

Hotel Recommendations
If you’re planning to stay overnight before heading to Brno, we’ve compiled a list of hotels conveniently located near Happylab Vienna, making your visit and onward journey as smooth as possible. 


Do you have any questions or need more information about the event? 
Feel free to reach out — we’re happy to help!