Not all of Vienna's history is about balls, carriages, cake, and cafés. The city had its darker episodes in the past, too. The end of one of the darkest underpins the Fest der … [Read more...] about Festival of Joy
Events
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Vienna Blues Spring
Before reading, be sure you have a full tank of petrol. And put on sunglasses, even though it's dark outside. Because here's a music festival to warm Jake and Elwood's hearts: … [Read more...] about Vienna Blues Spring
Vienna Coffee Festival
Pass more than a few hours in Vienna, and you'll soon learn that coffee is an essential part of the fabric of the city. A fact confirmed by the annual Vienna Coffee … [Read more...] about Vienna Coffee Festival
The Vienna Jazz festival
Think of Vienna and you might not automatically think of Herbie Hancock or Natalie Cole. Or Dave Brubeck. Or Liza Minnelli. Or John Scofield. But those are just some of the … [Read more...] about The Vienna Jazz festival
The Silvesterpfad
Vienna doesn't leave celebrating New Year's Eve to chance. Each year, the city organises the Silvesterpfad (New Year's Eve Trail) with entertainment around the city … [Read more...] about The Silvesterpfad
The New Year’s Concert
Take an iconic orchestra, a famous venue, and a world-class conductor. Put them together and what do you get? Probably not tickets (actually, you *can* get tickets with a bit … [Read more...] about The New Year’s Concert



