SUMMER EVENTS IN VIENNA

For a long time now, Vienna has scored points in summer with great events and unique happenings. The historic ambience combined with modern city flair and cool events make Vienna a real highlight for summer vacationers.

Sip cocktails in the evening, enjoy culture in the open air or get to know the city from a completely different angle. We have put together our favorite summer events in Vienna for you.

Music at its finest

This summer, the beautiful square in front of the neo-Gothic Vienna City Hall will once again be the hotspot of the summer. From June 28 to August 31, 2025, the Film Festival on the Rathausplatz will once again be showing great concerts, operas and music films.

Experience world stars from opera, classical music, pop, rock, jazz, dance, world music and musicals on a huge screen. And all this with free admission!

The Film Festival is rounded off by excellent gastronomy. Several stands offer international cuisine as well as typical Austrian specialties, sweet treats and cool drinks.

Film Festival on the Rathausplatz © Vienna Tourist Board / Christian Stemper

Boating, Old Danube © Vienna Tourist Board / Paul Bauer

Romantic under a full moon

Those who prefer to spend time together should use the full moon nights to get to know Vienna from a completely different perspective. On the full moon cruises on the Old Danube, the boat rental companies extend their opening hours.

Hire a boat with your loved one and row across the tranquil waters of the Old Danube. The full moon transforms the green paradise on the banks into a romantic scene and the skyline of Donaucity shines in the distance.

Book in advance for one of the upcoming Voillmond cruises on Saturday, August 9, or Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Cinema in the open air

For most visitors to Vienna, the Museumsquartier with its great museums is a must-see on their city trip. The beautiful inner courtyard is a much-used meeting place for Viennese and also attracts visitors with its gastronomic offerings.

In summer, from July 18 to September 6, 2025, the Museumsquartier will also become an open-air cinema. Every Friday and Saturday, 8 Austrian and international films will be shown in the courtyard. Each screening will be preceded by an audience discussion with film teams and cultural professionals. Admission is free! In case of bad weather, the cinema moves to the MQ Arena 21.

Relaxing furniture in the MuseumsQuartier © WienTourismus / Peter Rigaud

Theater im Park © Markus Wache

Cultural enjoyment in the park

For those who prefer theater and cabaret, the Theater in the Park a great cultural experience in a beautiful setting.

Palais Schwarzenberg, right next to Belvedere Palace, is opening its private park until September 20, 2025, offering a special cultural experience with cabaret & comedy, music, theater, discussions and lectures.