![]() Wondrous exhibitionsĪ tradition of late in Vienna is to put on world-beating exhibitions for the end-of-year season, so expect some fine events in 2022. The main features are the decorative light projections and art installations. The Christkindlmarkt often has a rather romantic ice skating trail (see photo above) through the adjacent park it acts as a kind of warm up for the much-larger Ice World event that begins in January.Īnd if you’re too cool for Christmas (or just want a break from the norm), the MuseumsQuartier holds an annual Winter event that offers an alternative counterpoint to the traditional Advent market. They have a large outdoor ice rink that opens from early morning. If you wish to twirl and glide through the crisp Viennese air, then the Vienna Ice Skating Association is the place. Look out, in particular, for the atmospheric advent concerts in the central churches and cathedral. These include the televised Christmas in Vienna musical gala in the Konzerthaus and other special performances in the major concert venues. I have a whole article with Christmas concert tips. Most museums, palaces and other attractions stay open throughout the Christmas period, but some bonus seasonal sights and sounds appear, too: Advent concerts The lights usually go on sometime in the second half of November without too much advance notice on the specific date, though they may appear later in 2022 as the city looks to inspire its population with some prominent energy-saving measures.Įnjoy some photos and get tips on where to see the best displays with this Vienna Christmas lights guide. So expect plenty of classic whites, reds and greens, often with a touch of “alternative” thrown in. In terms of colours, Vienna tends not to do gaudy and garish. Stallburg Advent market (in the stables of the Spanish Riding School)Īll the main shopping streets put on a Christmas display and, of course, many large stores and hotels do so, too.Palais Niederösterreich Advent market (lovely, but only opens for a couple of days).Medieval Advent market (think mead and roast boar).Wintermarkt (food and drink out by the giant Ferris wheel).Genussmarkt bei der Oper (a smaller one near the state opera house).Michaelerplatz (in front of the mighty domed entrance to the Hofburg).Maria-Theresien-Platz (another big one, sandwiched between two 19th-century museums).Schönbrunn (gorgeous location in front of the palace).Freyung (surrounded by historical buildings).Karlsplatz (excellent for unusual gifts).Spittelberg (winds through narrow Biedermeier streets).Christkindlmarkt on the Rathausplatz (the biggest and most famous).Visit the main market page for general information or click/tap the links below for some of the popular / central locations I’ve written about.
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