Forward Festival Vienna 2025 – Where Creativity Meets Culture

Vienna
02.–03.10.2025

Join a vibrant COMMUNITYof more than 1.500 curious creatives from across industries as they connect, collaborate, and draw inspiration from the best minds in creativity. Expect 25+ thought-provoking talks from leading experts—established icons and emerging talents—who share insights into their creative processes, challenges, and breakthroughs. Interactive workshops and immersive experiences push you beyond your comfort zone, encouraging you to think, create, and act in new ways.

KELLY ANNA

ILLUSTRATION (UK) Kelly Anna is a creative powerhouse, drawing inspiration from every corner of her life into unique illustrations for brands like Nike or BMW.

JULIA HOFFMANN

GRAPHIC DESIGN (UK) Julia Hoffmann is ECD at Google Creative Lab EMEA, a global design leader known for bold ideas, creative heart and a love of change.

SNASK

ADVERTISING (SWE) A creative agency of misfit geniuses conquering the world.

MAH FERRAZ

FILM (BRA) Mah Ferraz is a multi-award-winning film editor and the co-founder of Church Edit.

BRÁULIO AMADO

ILLUSTRATION & DESIGN (POR) Bráulio Amado is a designer, creating bold posters and record covers.

PUBLIC POSSESSION

CULTURE & MUSIC (GER) Public Possession bridges the worlds of music, design, and collaboration.

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Gartenbaukino Vienna / Parkring 12 / 1010 Vienna

Forward Vienna and Gartenbaukino—a match made in creative heaven since 2015! Located in the heart of Vienna, the cinema was built in 1960, and with a 115-square-meter big screen, it is Austria’s largest cinema. Gartenbaukino blends timeless elegance with an inspiring atmosphere, making it the perfect stage for groundbreaking ideas and artistic exchange. Year after year, this pairing has set the scene for unforgettable moments.