Festivals & events
39 celebrations through the year — pick a day to see what's on.
- New Year's Concert (1 January · Vienna · Vienna) — The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra performs a legendary concert of waltzes and classical pieces in the Golden Hall, broadcast worldwide. It'…
- Epiphany (6 January · All regions · National) — National public holiday commemorating the visit of the three wise men to Jesus. Churches hold special masses throughout the country.
- Fasching (All February · Salzburg · Salzburg) — Austria's vibrant carnival celebration with elaborate costumes, masquerades, and street parades lasting several weeks before Lent. Salzburg…
- Vienna Autoshow (All January · Vienna · Vienna) — Major international automotive exhibition showcasing the latest vehicle innovations and designs. One of Europe's most important car shows.
- Imst Schemenlaufen (All February · Imst · Tyrol) — A spectacular carnival parade featuring elaborate wooden masks and traditional Tyrolean costumes dating back centuries. Held only every fou…
- Easter (All March · All regions · National) — National public holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus with church services, Easter markets, and family gatherings. Dates vary annua…
- Labour Day (1 May · All regions · National) — National public holiday celebrating workers and labour movements. Parades and political gatherings occur throughout Austria.
- Ascension Day (All May · All regions · National) — National public holiday marking the ascension of Jesus Christ. Traditional pilgrimages and religious processions take place across the coun…
- Whit Monday (All May · All regions · National) — National public holiday celebrating the Holy Spirit and marking the end of the Easter season. Church services and family celebrations are t…
- Corpus Christi (All June · All regions · National) — National public holiday with elaborate processions through towns and villages, especially in Catholic regions. It honours the Eucharist wit…
- Salzburg Festival (All July · Salzburg · Salzburg) — One of the world's most prestigious music festivals, showcasing opera, orchestral concerts, and theatre performances. Founded in 1920, it a…
- Danube Island Festival (All June · Vienna · Vienna) — Europe's largest open-air music festival with free concerts spanning multiple genres on an island in the Danube. Over 3 million visitors at…
- Bregenz Festival (All July · Bregenz · Vorarlberg) — Famous lakeside festival on Lake Constance featuring opera, theatre, and concerts with spectacular floating stages. Known for innovative pr…
- Assumption of Mary (15 August · All regions · National) — National public holiday celebrating the assumption of the Virgin Mary into heaven. Religious processions and church services occur througho…
- Steirischer Herbst (All September · Graz · Styria) — An avant-garde arts festival showcasing contemporary theatre, music, and visual arts. Known for experimental and provocative performances t…
- Vienna Art Fair (All November · Vienna · Vienna) — Major international contemporary art fair featuring galleries and artists from around the world. A highlight of Vienna's autumn cultural ca…
- All Saints' Day (1 November · All regions · National) — National public holiday honouring saints and deceased family members. Cemeteries are decorated with flowers and candles.
- National Day (26 October · All regions · National) — National public holiday celebrating Austrian independence and sovereignty established in 1955. Parades and official ceremonies occur across…
- Immaculate Conception (8 December · All regions · National) — National public holiday honouring the immaculate conception of the Virgin Mary. Religious services and celebrations take place nationwide.
- Christmas Day (25 December · All regions · National) — National public holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Family gatherings, church services, and festive traditions are observed thro…
- St. Stephen's Day (26 December · All regions · National) — National public holiday honouring St. Stephen and continuing Christmas celebrations. Traditional boxing matches and sports events are held.
- Linz Christmas Markets (All December · Linz · Upper Austria) — One of Austria's most elaborate Christmas markets featuring traditional crafts, food, and festive decorations. The Hauptplatz transforms in…
- Vienna Christmas Markets (All December · Vienna · Vienna) — Multiple Christmas markets throughout Vienna selling traditional crafts, food, and gifts. Schönbrunn Palace's market is particularly famous…
- Hallstatt Christmas Market (All December · Hallstatt · Upper Austria) — Charming Christmas market in the picturesque lakeside village, offering traditional Austrian crafts and regional specialities. The lakeside…
- Innsbruck Christmas Markets (All December · Innsbruck · Tyrol) — Multiple Christmas markets in Austria's capital of the Alps, featuring traditional Tyrolean crafts and alpine specialities. The Maria-There…
- Salzburg Christmas Market (All December · Salzburg · Salzburg) — Historic Christmas market in Mozart's birthplace, featuring traditional decorations and regional treats. The backdrop of Hohensalzburg Fort…
- Graz Christmas Market (All December · Graz · Styria) — Charming Christmas market on the Hauptplatz with traditional handicrafts and Styrian culinary delights. Known for its cosy atmosphere and l…
- New Year's Eve (31 December · All regions · Vienna) — Grand celebrations across Austria with street parties, fireworks, and festivities. Vienna's Stephansplatz hosts the largest celebration wit…
- Viennale (All October · Vienna · Vienna) — Vienna's international film festival showcasing experimental, avant-garde, and world cinema. One of Europe's most influential film events.
- Donaueschingen Music Days (All October · Bregenz region · Vorarlberg) — International festival celebrating contemporary classical music with world premieres. Attracts leading composers and musicians from across…
- Graz Jazz Summer (All July · Graz · Styria) — Popular jazz festival in Styria's capital featuring international and local jazz artists. Performances take place in outdoor venues through…
- St. Pölten Spring Festival (All May · St. Pölten · Lower Austria) — Major theatre and performing arts festival in Lower Austria's capital. Showcases contemporary and classical performances.
- Wachau Wine Festival (All May · Wachau Valley · Lower Austria) — Celebration of Danube Valley wines featuring tastings, food pairings, and vineyard tours. The picturesque Wachau region is Austria's most f…
- Villach Carnival (All February · Villach · Carinthia) — One of Austria's oldest carnival celebrations with traditional masked parades and elaborate costumes. The Faschingumzug is the main parade…
- Klagenfurt Summer Festival (All July · Klagenfurt · Carinthia) — Multi-genre festival in Carinthia featuring theatre, dance, music, and visual arts. Transforms the city's venues into cultural spaces.
- Hallein Salt Festival (All August · Hallein · Salzburg) — Festival celebrating the history and culture of salt mining in the region. Features historical reenactments, exhibitions, and local food.
- Ötztal Wildwater Festival (All June · Ötztal · Tyrol) — Adventure sports festival in a Tyrolean valley featuring whitewater rafting, kayaking, and mountaineering events. Attracts adventure enthus…
- Kitzbühel Hahnenkamm Races (All January · Kitzbühel · Tyrol) — World-famous downhill ski racing championship drawing thousands of spectators and top international skiers. One of the most challenging and…
- Feldkirch Summer Festival (All June · Feldkirch · Vorarlberg) — Multi-week festival in a medieval town featuring theatre, music, and cultural events. Historic town squares and courtyards become performan…