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What’s on: Five things to do in Vienna this weekend

Vienna is full of events, places to visit and great new restaurants to try out. If you are overwhelmed with the possibilities or just wondering where you can find tasty "pierogi", here are some ideas.

Published: 20 October 2022 17:25 CEST
Updated: 22 October 2022 12:08 CEST
What's on: Five things to do in Vienna this weekend
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See the Golden Prater

The Vienna Prater is one of the largest public parks in the Austrian capital and it not only houses the famous amusement park but it’s a beautiful green area as well. Although, in autumn, the green turns to golden and the park looks stunning – definitely worth a visit.

After a walk, you can always visit the restaurants and stands near the amusement park, or go for a ride as well. The Viennese Ferris wheel will offer a great view of the city on a sunny autumn day – especially if you go on Sunday; Austria’s meteorologic institute ZAMG says it might rain on Saturday.

You can find more information here.

Viennale

It’s on! The Vienna International Film Festival, also known as Viennale, starts its 60th edition on October 20th – it will last until November 1st.

People can enjoy productions from all over the world will be projected on the screens of the Gartenbaukino, Urania, Stadtkino, Österreichischen Filmmuseum and METRO Kinokulturhaus.

You can find more information here.

Polish specialities at Restaurant Bacówka

Do you miss some Polish food or want to try some of its specialities? Then Restaurant Bacówka is the place for you. From cabbage rolls to the delicious pierogi, bigos, osiypek, you name it.

The place is located in Vienna’s 15th district and offers takeaway options, but you will probably want to stick around if only for the decoration you will find.

You can find more information here.

Monet’s Garten Wien

The new trend seems to be “immersive experiences” and we are all in for them. This time, the works of impressionist painter Claude Monet will be projected onto walls, ceilings and floors at the city Marx Halle.

The exhibition, Monet’s Garden, opens on Thursday, the 20th, and will run until January 22nd, so there is plenty of time to enjoy the work of one of the greatest artists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

You can find more information here.

Watch The Empress on Netflix

No, this is not an ad for the streaming service, but if you haven’t checked it out already, the series about Empress Elizabeth, also known as Sisi and beloved by many Austrians, has been out for a while. In a few (but long) episodes, it shows the story of the young Elizabeth, her falling in love with the Emperor of Austria and trying to adjust to the Habsburg court in Vienna.

It’s in German (so you can practise it), it has subtitles in almost every language (so you can understand it) and it’s one of the best-performing German shows on the platform.

You can find more information here.

Do you know any other cool events happening in Vienna during the weekends? You can email us at [email protected] to share your tips and suggestions.

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What’s on: 10 things to do in Austria this June

Summer is almost here and a lot of things are going on in Austria. Here we list 10 of June's most exciting events to go to.

Published: 17 May 2024 12:42 CEST
What's on: 10 things to do in Austria this June

Narzissenfest

Every year, the Ausseerland-Salzkammergut region is transformed into a sea of yellow and white as blooming daffodils cover the landscape.

To celebrate this, the region hosts the annual Narzissenfest, Austria’s largest flower festival.

This year, the town of Bad Aussee will host the festival’s main attractions from May 30th to June 2nd. – including the Narzissennacht (daffodil night) and the parade of the daffodil figures on June 2nd, which culminates with the announcement of the winning figure at 3 pm.

 
 
 
 
 
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Graz Design Month

Graz Design Month is an actually festival dedicated to design and creativity. It takes place from May 3rd to June 2nd in the city centre of Graz.

Here, you can enjoy a lot of activities, including exhibitions, workshops, lectures, and installations, presenting both local and international design talent.

Graz Design Month aims to celebrate design in all its forms, from graphic design and architecture to fashion and industrial design.

Vienna Pride

This year, Vienna Pride takes place from May 25th to June 9th. During this time, Austria’s Capital will host a variety of events to celebrate diversity, equality, and LGBTQ+ rights.

The event’s main attraction will be the Pride Parade – also known as the Rainbow Parade – on June 8th, where more than 300,000 people are expected to celebrate and demonstrate together in the city centre. 

Other highlights include Pride Village where community associations, LGBTIQ artists and cooperation partners present themselves and invite you to experience the LGBTIQ culture in Vienna, and The Vienna Pride Run on June 7th around Ringstraße in the inner city. 

Vienna Pride Parade 2023. (Photo by Alex HALADA / AFP)
 

Baden Rose Days

Every year, the Rosarium in the charming spa town of Baden, near Vienna, comes to life for three weeks during the Badener Rosentage. This year the festival takes place June 1st to June 23rd.

During the three weeks, visitors can immerse themselves in the enchanting world of blooming roses and enjoy over 25,000 rose bushes comprising more than 900 distinct varieties of the romantic flower.

To mark the onset of the rose blossom season in Baden, the city will host an exciting line up of concerts on Saturday, June 1st. The evening’s program will culminate with a piece fusing rock, opera, and classical music, promising an unforgettable experience.

READ MORE: Four of the best hidden villages in Austria’s Salzkammergut region

Sommernachtskonzert

On the June 7th, the Schönbrunn Palace Park in Vienna will host a spectacular – and free – musical programme from the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. 

Over 100,000 people are expected to flock to the palace park to enjoy the Summer Night Concert, which this year will be led by Andris Nelsons – Grammy Award-winning conductor from Latvia.

Norwegian opera singer Lise Davidsen will be heard as a soloist. She will sing two arias – from Richard Wagner’s Tannhäuser and from Giuseppe Verdi’s La forza del destino.

Tanz Ist Festival

This year from June 13th to 23rd, this dance festival is taking place in Dornbirn in Vorarlberg. 

Established in 1994 by dancer and choreographer Günter Marinelli, tanz ist festival has become a famous international dance festival that fosters collaborations between artists and institutions.

Each year, the festival focuses on a specific theme and explores various aspects of the dance world. In this edition, the spotlight shines on Canada, offering a glimpse into the country’s dance avant-garde.

The programme presents both emerging and well-known talents who have left an indelible mark on the dance scene.

Sonnwendfeier

From June 22nd to 29th, the Wachau-Nibelungengau-Kremstal region along the Danube river comes alive with dazzling summer solstice celebrations.

Throughout the period, local towns and villages alongside the river and in the river valley host traditional midsummer celebrations, from bonfires to fireworks to displays of thousands of floating lights covering the Danube river.

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The Donauinselfest

The Donauinselfest, also known as the Danube Island Festival, is one of Europe’s largest open-air music festivals.

This year, it takes place on the Danube Island in Vienna from June 21st to 23rd, where numerous stages will host performances by both local and international artists.

As well as music, there will be cultural performances, art exhibitions, entertainment for children, food stalls and drink stands to keep everyone entertained. 

 
 
 
 
 
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Lido Sounds Festival 

Lido Sounds Festival is a cross-genre festival taking place from June 27th to 30th in Linz. Here, you can find something for everyone’s taste; indie, alternative, pop, soul, hip-hop and rock. 

Deichkind, Kraftklub and Sam Smith have been confirmed as this years top acts. In addition, Editors, Gossip, Idles, K.I.Z, Kings Of Leon, Nina Chuba and many more are booked. 

Alpine Summer Opening

On June 16th, it is time for this years Alpine Summer Opening in Großarltal valley, Salzburg.

Old customs and traditions remain strong in the Salzburgerland region and every year, a different town hosts this lively festival to mark the official start of the Alpine summer. 

This year, the festivities will be held at the Maurach Alm mountain pasture in the Großarltal valley. There will be music, traditional Alpine dances and cuisine.

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