CAW Events

Even the most diligent student needs a little break from time to time to recover and recharge his or her batteries for their studies. The Club Ausländischer Weihenstephaner offers a varied programme of events both during the lecture period and during the holidays. Whether sports, education, art and culture, or simply socialising, at the CAW, you will find the right event for you!


CAW-Logo am CAW-Stammtisch, 30.4.2014

CAW Regulars' Table

During the lecture period, we hold our CAW regulars' table at the Sammamera in Freising every Wednesday at 8:00 pm. The regulars' table is a meeting place for international students to get to know each other and exchange ideas. Those interested can also take the opportunity to taste the local beer specialities.

Verkostung alkoholhaltiger Brotaufstriche, 4.2.2018

Tasting Events

We promote brewing and teaching beverage technology skills outside the university. You don't have to be a brewing student to benefit from this. The CAW experts professionally prepare information about the beverage to be tasted and guide you through the tasting. As a guest, all you have to bring is interest and curiosity. We regularly taste beer, but also wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.

Whiskyverkostung im Zuge des internationalen Filmabends, 3.7.2021

International Movie Nights

The CAW's international movie nights offer the opportunity to fully immerse oneself in the culture of the respective host country. The film screening is preceded by a tasting of drinks typical of the country with a special focus on the beverage-technological background, often accompanied by small appetisers typical of the country. At the screening itself, award-winning films from the host country are shown with the original soundtrack and English subtitles. In addition, there are other dishes typical of the country as well as desserts.

Wanderausflug in Tirol, 08.10.2014

Hiking Trips

A hiking trip combines sport and nature experience. Freising's location makes it an ideal starting point for a variety of hikes, be it to the nearby Alps, along the Isar river or right next door to the Freisinger Moos. As a rule, our hikes are day trips, but sometimes we spend a night in a mountain hut on longer trips.

Betriebsbesichtigung Malzfabrik Weyermann, Bamberg, 4.7.2018

Company and Factory Tours

How is a particular drink or food actually made? How is a wine barrel or a bottling machine produced? All these questions can best be answered through factory tours. These expert tours – often conducted directly by our alumni – provide participants with exciting insights into the production processes and complement the grey theory from the lecture hall.


Here you can find the current events of the CAW. We are looking forward to your participation!


CAW Regulars' Table
Place: Sammamera Freising, Vöttinger Straße 2a, D-85354 Freising
Date: Wednesday, 07.10.2026, 14.10.2026, 21.10.2026, 28.10.2026, 04.11.2026, 11.11.2026, 18.11.2026, 25.11.2026, 02.12.2026, 09.12.2026, 16.12.2026, 13.01.2027, 20.01.2027, 27.01.2027, 03.02.2027
Time: 08:00 pm

We meet as usual at 8:00 pm at Sammamera Freising, Vöttinger Str. 2a, for the CAW regulars' table to have nice conversations and enjoy some drinks. We can usually be found in the back room of the restaurant. Everyone is welcome to join us. No registration is required for participation!

Tasting of the CAW Beer of the Week
Place: 85354 Freising; the specific venue will be confirmed upon registration
Date: see below
Time: 3:00 pm

At each tasting, we discover four exciting beers that have found their way to Freising from all over the world:

Sunday, 18.10.2026: International Sour Beers
Sunday, 01.11.2026: Higgins Ale Works (Meet the Brewer)
Sunday, 22.11.2026: Alcohol-free Dutch Beers
Saturday, 05.12.2026: Grape Ales & FAT RED SCHORSCH
Sunday, 10.01.2027: French Beers - Rubis et Ambreé
Sunday, 31.01.2027: French Beers - Blond to Bitter
Sunday, 14.02.2027: Brussels Beer
Sunday, 28.02.2027: Czech and Polish Beers
Sunday, 14.03.2027: Portuguese Beers
Sunday, 28.03.2027: Bierol Beers


Brewery Tour at Higgins Ale Works
Place: Karlstraße 122, 80335 München
Date: Thursday, 29.10.2026
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Are you interested in craft beer, curious about the brewing process, and eager to get a behind-the-scenes look at one of Munich's creative breweries?

Then join us on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 6:00 pm for an exclusive brewery tour at Higgins Ale Works in Munich.

During the tour, you will learn firsthand how distinctive craft beers are created. From recipe development and the brewing process to fermentation and maturation, you will gain fascinating insights into modern brewing techniques and Munich's vibrant craft beer culture. The event will also provide plenty of opportunities to ask questions, connect with fellow students, and explore the local beer scene.

This event is especially aimed at international and German students who are curious about Bavaria's beer heritage while also wanting to discover the innovative side of Munich's brewing community.

Participation is free of charge. The costs of the brewery tour are generously covered by the German Federal Foreign Office (Auswärtiges Amt), the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), and the Association for the Support of International Students in Weihenstephan (Verein zur Förderung internationaler Studenten in Weihenstephan e.V.).

As the number of participants is limited, early registration is recommended. Please confirm your attendance by email (to verein@dercaw.de).

We look forward to an exciting evening filled with brewing knowledge, great conversations, and exceptional beer culture!


Excursion to the BrauBeviale in Nuremberg
Place: Departure: Alte Poststraße 51a
Date: Tuesday, 10.11.2026
Time: Departure at 8:00 am, Return the following day around 1:00 am

It's that time again. The beverage industry meets in Nuremberg and the CAW is right in the middle of it. Together we will visit our CAW Alumni as well as friends, guests and honorary members of the CAW. Over a beer or two, we will find out about new products and innovations in the beverage and liquid food sector. Accompany the CAW to selected exhibitors or explore the trade fair on your own.
Afterwards, we will round off the day at the CAW alumni meeting. We look forward to your participation!

Participation is free of charge. There are only a limited number of places available for this event.

Please confirm your attendance by email (to verein@dercaw.de).


Gingerbread and Grape Ale with St. Nicholas
Place: 85354 Freising; the specific venue will be confirmed upon registration
Date: Saturday, 05.12.2026
Time: 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

As many people spend the Advent season debating which Christmas cookie is the best, we will be exploring another important question: Which beer pairs best with which festive treat?

At our traditional St. Nicholas Beer Tasting, we will combine characterful craft beers, barrel-aged specialties, and fruity brewing creations with gingerbread, speculoos cookies, and a variety of Christmas biscuits. Our beer expert will guide you through the tasting and explain which flavors complement each other particularly well, which beers are perfect for the holiday season, and which ones make excellent Christmas gifts.

Of course, St. Nicholas himself will not be missing from the celebration. As every year, he will stop by personally and bring a small surprise for our guests.

Participation is free of charge. The event is kindly supported by the German Federal Foreign Office, the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), and the Association for the Promotion of International Students in Weihenstephan (Verein zur Förderung internationaler Studenten in Weihenstephan e.V.).

The number of places is limited. Please confirm your attendance by email (to verein@dercaw.de).

We look forward to spending a cozy evening with you, filled with Christmas spirit, fascinating beer stories, and great conversations!


Dinner for (Every)One
Place: 85354 Freising; the specific venue will be confirmed upon registration
Date: Thursday, 31.12.2026
Time: 7:00 pm – 1:00 am

The same procedure as every year? Almost!

As the year draws to a close, we would like to invite you to a very special New Year's Eve celebration. Inspired by the cult classic 'Dinner for One', you can look forward to a festive multi-course dinner featuring the famous food and drinks from the legendary television sketch.

Join us for an evening of culinary delights and enjoyable conversation. Just like Miss Sophie, guests will be served sherry, white wine, champagne, and port wine alongside the individual courses, bringing the famous New Year's Eve story to life in a truly delightful way.

Look forward to an extraordinary menu, a festive atmosphere, and an unforgettable turn of the year in an international setting.

Participation is free of charge. The event is kindly supported by the German Federal Foreign Office, the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), and the Association for the Promotion of International Students in Weihenstephan (Verein zur Förderung internationaler Studenten in Weihenstephan e.V.).

The number of places is limited. Please confirm your attendance by email (to verein@dercaw.de).

We look forward to celebrating a memorable and enjoyable New Year's Eve with you, filled with great food, festive cheer, and wonderful company!