# Technological and scientific festivals in Montenegro

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/technological-and-scientific-festivals-in-montenegro
> Updated: 2026-09-23T06:19:13.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

In September 2026, Montenegro hosted several events focused on technological advancement and scientific engagement.

Budva hosted the INFOFEST digital transformation festival, which centered on the theme ‘Human in the Loop.’ The event aimed to explore the practical applications of artificial intelligence and the intersection of automated technology with human judgment, involving leaders from the ICT, telecommunications, and public administration sectors.

Following this, the 14th Science and Innovation Festival opened in Bar under the theme ‘Science travels, innovations connect.’ The event utilized an EXPO-style format with 25 exhibition stands to bring science closer to the public, featuring fields such as robotics, virtual reality, ecology, and physics. 

The festival’s program was organized by age groups, with specific days dedicated to primary and high school students. Highlights included demonstrations from the National Robotics League and a humanoid robot developed through a collaboration between Five Group and the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. The ceremony was opened by Anđela Jakšić-Stojanović, the Minister of Education, Science and Innovation, who emphasized the importance of “fostering curiosity and making science accessible to younger generations outside of traditional laboratory settings.”

## Claims

- Schools from across Montenegro accepted the invitation to participate in the festival. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The National Robotics League aims to hold the first national robotics competition at the festival next year. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The festival features 25 exhibition stands. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Fifteen exhibitors received funding through a Ministry of Education, Science and Innovation competition. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The first day of the festival is dedicated to primary school students, with the second day for high school students. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-23: Science and Innovation Festival opens in Bar, Montenegro

The 14th Science and Innovation Festival has opened in Bar, Montenegro, featuring robotics, VR, and a humanoid robot to engage students in science and technology.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bar-hosts-science-and-innovation-festival-2026

### 2026-09-12: Budva to host INFOFEST 2026 digital transformation festival

Budva will host INFOFEST from September 27–30, focusing on the ‘Human in the Loop’ theme to explore the practical applications and human responsibilities regarding artificial intelligence.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/budva-to-host-infofest-2026-digital-transformation-festival

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