Keynote(s)
Opening: The Significance of Nightlife and Club CultureThursday, 11:30–11:45
15 min
Stadtkino
Vienna's First International Conference for Club Culture
62+ Sessions
From keynotes and panels to workshops and excursions — Vienna After Dark is our chance to delve deep into the pulse of urban nightlife.
Highlights
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Panel Talk, Keynote(s) co-curated by VibeLab
Vote Club Culture – How Club Culture Strengthens Democracy and Counteracts FascismThursday, 13:45–15:15
90 min
Stadtkino
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Reading co-curated by VibeLab
Welcome to the Club: The Life and Lessons of a Black Woman DJThursday, 16:00–16:15
15 min
Stadtkino
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Panel Talk co-curated by Rey Joichl
This is our House - on Creating Safe(r) Spaces for QTI*BIPoC in Club CultureThursday, 16:15–17:30
75 min
Stadtkino
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Panel Talk
Politische Geschichte und Zukunftsvisionen der Clubkultur: Wien & BerlinThursday, 18:30–19:30
60 min
Stadtkino
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Panel Talk, Keynote(s) co-curated by VibeLab
Making Space(s) for Club Culture – What's Left, What do We Long For?Friday, 10:30–12:00
90 min
Stadtkino
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Panel Talk, Keynote(s)
Creative Anarchy: Pushing the Boundaries of Club and Festival ExperiencesFriday, 12:30–14:00
90 min
Stadtkino
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Screening, Q&A co-curated by VibeLab
Film Screening of “Underground Diaries: Berlin”Friday, 14:30–16:00
90 min
Stadtkino
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Panel Talk co-curated by VibeLab
The Potential of Recognising Club CultureFriday, 16:30–18:00
90 min
Stadtkino
183+ Speakers
Get to know our speakers from over 20 countries.
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Ariel Palitz she/her
First & Former Nightlife Mayor of NYC United States
Ariel Palitz is New York City’s first “Nightlife Mayor.” Appointed as the Founding Director of the Mayor’s Office of Nightlife serving under both Mayor Bill de Blasio and Mayor Eric Adams (2018 to 2023). In that time, she used her … -
Veronica Kaup-Hasler she/her
Vienna's City Councillor for Culture and Science Austria
Veronica Kaup-Hasler (*1968) is cultural and theatre scholar, dramaturge, cultural manager, politician and, since 2018, Executive City Councillor for Cultural Affairs and Science of the City of Vienna. Before entering the political stage, … -
Shilla Strelka she/her
Unsafe+Sounds / Struma+Iodine / University of Applied Sciences in Salzburg / Elevate Festival Austria
Shilla Strelka is a festival curator, concert organiser, lecturer and journalist, based in Vienna. She studied digital media at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna and graduated in theatre, film and media studies, philosophy, art history … -
Karoline Lucks she/her
Mensch Meier / Fusion Festival Germany
Karoline Lucks has been active in various roles in the cultural and event sector for over 10 years: whether as part of the collectively run club Mensch Meier in Berlin, which had to close in January 2024, as a booker (including Fusion … -
Steven Raspa he/him
Burning Man United States
$teven Ra$pa is an artist, arts advocate, pacifist, community organizer and long-time event producer for Burning Man Project. He regularly speaks on art, urban planning, nightlife and culture. Raspa has over 30 years event production … -
Dimitri Hegemann he/him
Tresor Club / Tresor Records Germany
Dimitri Hegemann, born in 1954, is a German entrepreneur, cultural organizer, label owner, space researcher, and personality in the German music industry. He began his career in the West, studied musicology, worked as a musician, and then … -
Tenaja David she/her
Rep The Culture | The Rhythm Revolution United States
New Jersey-Native Tenaja “Kia” David (p/k/a “DJ LoKi”) is a creative, educator and cultural leader whose talents span music, movement and the visual arts. In 2021, she spawned a viral global dance challenge embraced by celebrities and …
FAQ
What's Vienna After Dark?
We're thrilled to explore the importance of club culture in all its facets. Together with our incredible partners, co-curators, and especially each of you attending the Vienna After Dark Conference, we’re here to challenge the status quo and amplify new voices, expanding what nightlife and club culture can and should be.
Who can attend?
Whether you're a DJ, event organiser, club owner, passionate raver, policymaker, or simply curious about club culture, this conference offers a platform for exchanging ideas, debating key issues and solutions, and build connections.