The conference is happy to invite you to social events designed to improve your networking and enjoy the city of Nancy during the opening of the Christmas market. Conference participants can attend:
- Welcome Party (Friday 22)
- Banquet (Saturday 23)
- Farewell Party (Sunday 24)
Several IEEE RAS committees and TC are also organizing 3 Happy Hours – with limited spots available, registration required (link in description below).
Welcome Party
The welcome party for the conference is set to take place in the distinguished Salon of the Nancy City Hall (Hôtel de Ville), located in the city centre of Nancy, France, in the iconic Place Stanislas (Unesco heritage, elected best monument in France 2021). This event, held in one of the city’s most historic and elegant venues, promises to provide a perfect blend of sophistication and warm hospitality. The Mayors of Nancy and Karlsruhe will join us to celebrate the beginning of the conference.
When: 22 November at 19:45 (we suggest you arrive at 19:15 to watch the music & lights show in Place Stanislas)
Where: Place Stanislas – 54000 Nancy
Important information: November 22 is the inauguration of the Christmas Market in Nancy. At 19:15, all the lights in the buildings of Place Stanislas will be off, and there will be a music & lights show, where the buildings of Place Stanislas become a live cinema showing the story of Saint Nicolas with lights and sounds. This show will end at around 19:30-19:45 with the ceremony of lighting the Christmas tree, which is on the right side of Place Stanislas in front of the Museum of Fine Arts. Once the show is over, the conference participants will be allowed to enter the Town Hall and enjoy the Welcome Party. A Humanoids 2024 roll-up sign will indicate the way for the participants. Therefore, we suggest participants to do the following:
- 18:45: enjoy the Happy Hour of the RAS Young Reviewers Program in Grand Café Foy in Place Stanislas (registration required, limited spots)
- 19:15: watch the music & lights show in Place Stanislas (you will need to go outside)
- 19:40: watch the Christmas tree being lit, in Place Stanislas
- 19:45: go to the Town Hall, in Place Stanislas, to enjoy the Welcome party
Banquet
The banquet reception will be hosted on the top floor of Centre Prouvé. You will enjoy a 3-course French cuisine dinner and taste our local wine. The University of Lorraine Symphonic Orchestra will also perform for us during the banquet, twice! The first part of their concert is at 19:35, so please do not arrive late to the banquet or you will disrupt the concert.
When: 23 November at 19:00
Where: Centre Prouvé, top floor
Farewell Party
As the conference in Nancy draws to a close, attendees will have the unique opportunity to experience a grand farewell party at the prestigious Nancy Opera House (Opéra National de Lorraine) in the city center of Nancy, France, again in the iconic Place Stanislas.
This event promises to be a memorable finale to the conference, combining elegance, culture, and a touch of local charm.
When: 24 November at 18:30
Where: 9 Place Stanislas, 54000 Nancy
Happy Hour hosted by the IEEE-RAS Young Reviewers Committee
When: Friday 22 November, 18:00
Where: Gran Café Foy, Place Stanislas, 54000 Nancy
How often do you receive shallow and poorly written reviews for your papers?
Have you ever doubted the right way to review somebody else’s work?
Do you really know everything about the review process of the conference/journal where you would like to submit your contribution?
If these questions sound familiar to you and you want to gain deeper knowledge about related topics, join the Young Reviewers Program Reception!
The objective of the Young Reviewers Program is to assist and guide RAS members toward the best practices in peer review of scientific papers. This event intends to inform the community about RAS’s review process and suggest the best guidelines for reviewing a scientific paper. Both Senior Reviewers who believe that we never stop learning and Young Reviewers willing to dive into the world of peer review are welcome to drop by, grab a drink, and join us!
There is NO CHARGE for this event, however space is limited. Please REGISTER in advance at this link!
Happy Hour hosted by the IEEE-RAS TC on Whole-Body Control and TC on Model-Based Optimization for Robotics
When: Saturday 23 November, 18:00
Where: Little Delirium Café, 13-15 Bd Joffre, 54000 Nancy
The IEEE-RAS Technical Committees on Whole-Body Control and Model-Based Optimization for Robotics are excited to host a Happy Hour social event during the Humanoids 2024 conference in Nancy, France. This informal gathering offers a fantastic opportunity for attendees to exchange ideas, network, and get to know each other better—over a refreshing drink!
Whether you’re looking to discuss cutting-edge research, explore potential collaborations, or simply unwind after the day’s sessions, we invite you to join us for a relaxed and enjoyable evening. Don’t miss this chance to connect with colleagues from around the world in a friendly atmosphere!
Registration is required, so be sure to sign up through this link.
Happy Hour hosted by the IEEE-RAS TC on Cognitive Robotics
When: Sunday 24 November, 18:00
Where: Café MichelAngelo, 8 Place Stanislas, 54000 Nancy
Why can robots outperform humans in certain tasks but struggle with others a toddler can handle with ease? What’s the minimum set of skills a machine needs to be considered “intelligent,” and how far (or close!) are we to achieving that?
Cognitive robotics dives deep into these intriguing questions. This multidisciplinary field blends adaptive robotics, cognitive science, artificial intelligence, and models based on biological and embodied cognition to push the boundaries of what robots can do.
Curious? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newcomer, you’re invited to join the Technical Committee on Cognitive Robotics for a Happy Hour! Learn about our mission, current activities, and how we support the community while having a drink with others who share your interests.
Don’t miss out! The event will take place in Place Stanislas right before the Farewell Party!
Attending is free but requires registration: https://forms.gle/5MMNaPsLPmMyULNN9.
How to go to the Social Events
You can use this Google Map to help you navigating in the city center of Nancy to reach the different locations:
