Quantum Curious
A welcoming first step into quantum computing, no prior experience required.
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VTU hosts · IBM Quantum presents
Fall into
quantum.
A two-day festival for curious minds, creative builders, and the next generation of quantum thinkers.
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The big picture
Quantum is
for everyone.
Fall Fest is a friendly, hands-on celebration of the ideas shaping tomorrow. Come to learn the basics, make something surprising, and meet people who are asking the same big questions.
2days of discovery
3ways to participate
∞new possibilities
Pick your path
There is no
wrong way in.
Whether you are here to understand, build, or push the edges, there is a place for your curiosity.
Code + Create
Build a playful project with Qiskit and turn an idea into something real.
Explore trackResearch Remix
Stretch your thinking with advanced challenges and a little friendly competition.
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A day that
stays with you.
Small sessions, big ideas, and plenty of room for the conversations in between.
See full programmeDoors open + breakfast
AtriumWelcome to quantum
Main stageChoose your adventure
Workshop roomsLunch, demos + community
Garden tentBuild sprint
Workshop roomsShow & tell
Main stagePeople to know
Bring a question.
Meet a guide.
Kind, brilliant people from across the quantum community are here to help you find your way.
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Dr. Maya Chen
Quantum educator
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Ari Okafor
Creative technologist
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Priya Nanduri
Qiskit community lead
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Visvesvaraya Technological University is hosting Fall Fest, bringing the local community together with IBM Quantum and the global Qiskit community.
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Questions
are welcome.
Still wondering something? Send us a note and our team will point you in the right direction.
Ask the teamEveryone. Fall Fest is designed for students, builders, educators, artists, and anyone who is curious about a new way of computing. You do not need a quantum background to join.
Nope. Our beginner track starts from the very beginning, and our mentors will help you find a project that feels just right.
Bring your laptop, your questions, and your most unexpected ideas. We will take care of the rest, including food, coffee, and plenty of good company.
Yes. Fall Fest is free to attend, thanks to our community partners. Space is limited, so apply early.
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Ready when you are
Make room
for wonder.
Applications for Fall Fest 2026 are now open. Bring your curiosity; we will bring the quantum.
Apply nowFree to attend · Applications reviewed weekly