Rainbow Parade on City Hall Square with a view of the Burgtheater
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Top Events in 2026

Numerous events will take place in Vienna in 2026 - from culinary highlights such as the Genuss-Festival in the Stadtpark to popular classics like the Vienna Ice World, the Danube Island Festival and the Vienna Festival, as well as outstanding art and culture events and idyllic Christmas markets.

Here you can find an overview of the upcoming highlights for your clients, for more details please see our event calendar.

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Vienna Ice World

Dreaming of a winter fairytale? Set against the stunning backdrop of City Hall, ice skating fans have the run of 10,000 m2 of ice including a winding trail through the Rathauspark. Culinary treats and music to suit every taste complete the fun. Skate hire available.

Vienna Opera Ball

The 68th Vienna Opera Ball will fill the Vienna State Opera´s dancefloor, where revelers dance to the beat of the waltz.

Gustave Courbet at Leopold Museum

In spring 2026, the Leopold Museum will dedicate a special exhibition to the French realist Gustave Courbet (1819–1877).

Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller at Lower Belvedere

Landscape painting reached its peak across Europe in the 19th century. Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller was part of this movement, and the exhibition explores his landscapes in the context of the era.

SPARK Art Fair Vienna

SPARK Art Fair is an innovative contemporary art fair – meeting place for galleries, collectors, artists and art lovers.

Canaletto & Bellotto at KHM

In their impressive cityscapes, Giovanni Antonio Canal and his nephew and pupil Bernardo Bellotto – both known as Canaletto – depict urban life and social ideals. In 2026, the Kunsthistorisches Museum will dedicate an exhibition to these famous Venetian view painters.

Easter Markets

Easter markets in Vienna have a long tradition. Easter decorations and beautifully painted eggs, handicrafts and culinary treats set the tone at the capital’s Easter markets.

43rd Vienna City Marathon

A red-letter day for thousands of runners from all over the world. The course takes in some of Vienna’s best-loved sights, including the Giant Ferris Wheel, Schönbrunn Palace and the Hofburg.

Genuss-Festival at Stadtpark

From 8 to 10 May 2026, Vienna’s Stadtpark will provide the setting for a celebration of culinary delights. More than 100 stalls and experience stations will showcase how tradition and innovation come together to create exceptional regional quality.

70th Eurovision Song Contest

In May 2026, Vienna will host the Eurovision Song Contest for the third time, with live shows taking place on 12, 14 and 16 May 2026.

Vienna Festival

Celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2026, the Vienna Festival will once again be setting the stage for new opera, theater, performance, dance and music productions and premieres.

VieVinum Wine Festival

VieVinum is Austria’s largest and most important wine event. Exhibitors include both wineries and wine merchants presenting national and international selections.

Vienna Pride and Rainbow Parade

In 2026, the legendary Rainbow Parade will take to the capital’s showpiece Ringstrasse boulevard for the 30th time in the name of acceptance, respect and equal rights. The parade marks the culmination of Vienna Pride, a two-week event which sees the rainbow flag flying high all over the city.

Summer Night´s Concert at Schönbrunn Palace

Against the stunning Baroque backdrop of Schönbrunn Palace, the Vienna Philharmonic serves up classical music at its finest – outdoors and free of charge.

Danube Island Festival

The three-day Danube Island Festival is one of the largest open-air music festivals in Europe. Admission is free!

36th Film Festival on Rathausplatz

In Summer, the square outside City Hall is transformed into a bustling open-air hotspot. The Film Festival serves up opera, classical, pop and rock film music highlights – and great food, too. Admission is free!

ImPulsTanz – Vienna International Dance Festival

The capital’s leading contemporary dance festival presents a uniquely diverse line-up of performances, workshops and musical acts.

Gault&Millau Gourmet Fair

110 of Austria’s best chefs will create a culinary spectacle at the Gault&Millau Gourmet Fair in the Ottakringer Brewery. The gourmet experience will be complemented by 100 top wineries and selected exhibitors offering a diverse accompanying programme.

Vienna Coffee Festival

At the Vienna Coffee Festival, coffee enthusiasts are in for a treat: the programme includes information, tastings and opportunities to sample a wide variety of coffees.

Art and design in fall

Every fall, Vienna stages a huge variety of art and design events. Fall in the capital of culture takes in a host of exciting spaces and features a compelling selection of local and international art and design.

viennacontemporary

A magnet for art collectors, curators, gallery owners and art experts from all over the world.

Open House

Free tours of more than 50 fascinating Viennese buildings that are otherwise not open to visitors provide exclusive insights for architecture buffs.

Parallel Vienna

An art fair with a twist: an empty building will once again provide a platform for contemporary art by creating a canvas for Austrian and international artists.

Vienna Design Week

International design festival.

Long Night of Museums

Over 100 museums and galleries in Vienna will be opening their doors to stay-awake art lovers from six in the evening until one in the morning.

Vienna Art Week

Fancy a peek behind the curtain of the Vienna art scene? Exhibitions, panel discussions, tours, studio open houses and parties throughout the city.

Christmas Markets in Vienna in 2026

Some of the city’s most attractive squares are transformed into enchanting Christmas markets between mid-November and Christmas. The aromas of freshly baked cookies, steaming punch and roasted almond shang in the air. Festive lights twinkle above the old town and shopping streets, spreading Christmas cheer throughout the city.

Vienna New Year’s Eve Trail

On December 31, Vienna city center is transformed into a giant party scene.

From 2pm until 2am the New Year’s Eve trail in the old town keeps the entertainment coming. Numerous stopping-off points offer culinary specialties where the sounds of waltz, rock, pop and live DJs add up to an unforgettable experience.

Details of New Year’s Eve events incl. concerts, balls, galas and parties are listed at events.wien.info/en and in the ivie app.

 

Please note that the events listed are subject to change or cancellation. Please check the organizer’s website in good time beforehand for updates!

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