Our goal is to create a space beyond the academic context where current urban challenges can be critically discussed, creatively explored, and collaboratively addressed. The symposium particularly aims to amplify non-established and marginalized voices, using interactive formats to capture a wide range of perspectives.

Since 2022, (re)searching urbanity has organized three-day Symposiums bringing together researchers, artists, and activists. The first, in summer 2022 at the Floating University and Haus der Statistik, welcomed around 300 participants. In summer 2023, the festival returned to the Floating University with approximately 500 participants. The next edition will take place in 2026. Across a total of 70 contributions so far, diverse formats have been used to explore urban topics in creative and critical ways.

The topics are presented through a variety of formats, including exhibitions, performances, interventions, films, workshops, and lectures, creating an open and interactive platform for exchange, reflection, and collective exploration.