Festivals in Austria

Festivals

Season or date: July to August

World-class classical music festival. The entire city becomes a theater.

Season or date: January to February

Glamorous social events held nightly at venues like the State Opera House.

Season or date: July to August

Outdoor opera performed on a giant stage floating on Lake Constance.

Season or date: January 1

Celebration concert centered on Johann Strauss, broadcast worldwide.

Season or date: Early December

Traditional winter event in mountain regions where demon costume parades march through streets.

Season or date: September

Multimedia event illuminating the Danube riverbank with diverse video and music.

Season or date: January

Snow sculpture contest and winter sports experience.

Season or date: Late September to October

Vienna version of Oktoberfest. Enjoy local beer in traditional costume.

Season or date: July

Europe's largest contemporary dance festival.

Season or date: Late November to December 24

Traditional winter markets held in squares nationwide.