On December 16, 1770, Ludwig van Beethoven popped into the world, no doubt humming the first few bars of his 9 Variations on a March. That made 2020 the 250th anniversary … [Read more...] about Beethoven 2020 anniversary
Events
For a user-friendly overview of events in Vienna, see here.
Photobombed by Darth Vader
As a shy ten-year old, I left a cinema in Salisbury, UK in the late 1970s in awe at the majesty of the first Star Wars film and the intimidating presence of Darth … [Read more...] about Photobombed by Darth Vader
WeihnachtsQuartier market
Most things that happen in the MuseumsQuartier (MQ) complex are like driving down a little motorway exit that takes you away from the mainstream into alternative … [Read more...] about WeihnachtsQuartier market
Photo+Adventure Fair & Festival
Should you wish to dip your toes into the world of travel, outdoor adventure, and photography/video, then Vienna might be the place to start. The Photo+Adventure fair and … [Read more...] about Photo+Adventure Fair & Festival
Vienna Comic Con
As a secret geek, this event is close to my heart. The Vienna Comic Con offers a chance to spend two days immersed in the worlds of fantasy, science fiction, film, comics, … [Read more...] about Vienna Comic Con
Wien Modern festival
When it comes to the more sophisticated end of the music spectrum, Vienna tends to be associated with older eras. Sort of inevitable when denizens of the city included Mozart, … [Read more...] about Wien Modern festival