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
Dozens of independent labels, designers and small producers come together at the WeihnachtsQuartier to showcase and sell their wares. And all in time for Christmas … [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
People tend to associate Vienna with older classical music eras. Sort of inevitable when former citizens include Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven. The Wien Modern festival, … [Read more...] about Wien Modern festival


