Upcoming Events and Things to Do in Vienna, Austria and Where to Buy Tickets

There is always something exciting going on in Vienna. Are you in the mood for something old school? Or would you rather do something crazy and flamboyant? Do you seek family entertainment or nightlife fun? Whatever type of activity it is that you wish to pursue, chances are that something like that is going on in the city right there at that moment.

Upcoming events in Vienna for May, June 2025

1. Vienna Festival (Wiener Festwochen)

Dates: May 16 – June 22

Venue: Various venues across Vienna

A multidisciplinary arts festival featuring contemporary theater, opera, dance, and music from international artists.

2. Vienna Pride Month

Dates: Throughout May

Venue: Various locations in Vienna

A month-long celebration of LGBTQ+ rights and culture, culminating in the Rainbow Parade on June 14.

3. Vienna Shorts Film Festival

Dates: May 27 – June 1

Venue: Top Kino, Reformed Church, and other venues

Austria's largest short film festival showcasing international short films across various genres.

4. Vienna COMIX

Dates: May 31 – June 1

Venue: Messe Wien Exhibition & Congress Center

A celebration of comic culture featuring artists, merchandise booths, and cosplay events.

5. Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert

Date: June 13

Venue: Schönbrunn Palace Gardens

A free open-air concert by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra in a stunning Baroque setting.

6. Donauinsel Open Air

Dates: May 16, 17, 23, 24

Venue: Donauinsel (Danube Island)

A series of free open-air concerts featuring various music genres on the Danube Island.

7. Steffl Kirtag Fair

Dates: May 29 – June 9

Venue: Stephansplatz, Vienna

A traditional fair with arts, crafts, food, and music surrounding St. Stephen's Cathedral.

8. Vienna City Marathon

Date: April 6

Venue: Various locations in Vienna

A major international marathon attracting runners from around the world.

9. Waldviertelpur Festival

Dates: May 21 – 23

Venue: Various locations in Vienna

A festival showcasing the culinary delights and culture of the Waldviertel region.

10. Burgenland Kultinarium Festival

Dates: May 20 – 23

Venue: Various locations in Vienna

A festival celebrating the food, wine, and culture of the Burgenland region.

11. VieVinum Wine Festival

Dates: May 25 – 27

Venue: Hofburg Vienna

Austria's premier wine festival featuring top winegrowers and merchants from Austria and around the world.

12. European Street Food Festival

Dates: May 10 – 11

Venue: Various locations in Vienna

A festival offering a diverse range of street food from across Europe.

13. Wiener Zitrustage (Vienna Citrus Days)

Dates: May 23 – 25

Venue: Schönbrunn Palace Orangery

A festival celebrating all things citrus, including food, drinks, and products.

14. Ottakringer Bierfest

Dates: May (Exact dates TBA)

Venue: Ottakringer Brewery

A beer festival celebrating Vienna's brewing heritage with a variety of local brews.

15. Danube Island Festival (Donauinselfest)

Dates: June 20 – 22

Venue: Donauinsel (Danube Island)

One of Europe's largest free open-air music festivals featuring multiple stages and a variety of music genres.

16. Vienna Jazz Festival

Dates: June 30 – July 13

Venue: Various venues in Vienna

An international jazz festival attracting world-renowned jazz musicians and enthusiasts.

17. Wiener Symphoniker Prater Picnic

Dates: June 26 – 27

Venue: Prater Park

An open-air concert by the Wiener Symphoniker orchestra, featuring classical music in a relaxed picnic setting.

18. AMADEUS Festival Vienna

Dates: June 26 – 29

Venue: Former Semmelweis Women’s Clinic

An open-air classical music festival held in a historic setting, featuring performances by renowned artists.

19. Guns N' Roses Concert

Dates: June 24

Venue: Ernst Happel Stadion

Legendary rock band Guns N' Roses performs live in Vienna as part of their 2025 European tour.

More events, and where to buy tickets

Here are a few websites that aggregate different events going on in the city. You can search for events by date, location or type of the event.

1. Official website for Vienna Tourism

The official touristic website for Vienna has a section with a large database of current and future events taking place in the city.
Web: https://events.wien.info/en/