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From 23 to 27 September 2026, Salzburg celebrates its largest traditional folk festival, the Rupertikirtag. Enjoy historic fairground rides, a festive parade, regional specialties and traditional closing fireworks over the Old Town.
From 15 to 18 October 2026, Salzburg's old town becomes a jazz stage: Jazz and the City brings about 80 free concerts across roughly 40 venues, spanning jazz, global groove and electronic music, plus a pre opening on 14 October.
On 5 and 6 December 2026, the Krampuslauf winds through Salzburg's Old Town, from Linzer Gasse and Getreidegasse to the big finale at the Dom and Residenzplatz beside the Christmas market. A free, spectacularly eerie show with dozens of groups.
From 21 to 31 January 2027, Salzburg celebrates Mozart Week with concerts, opera and chamber music around Mozart's birthday. Highlights include "Così fan tutte" under Rolando Villazón and performances by the Vienna Philharmonic.
From 20 to 29 March 2027, the Berliner Philharmoniker under Kirill Petrenko bring "Die Walküre" to the stage of the Felsenreitschule at the Salzburg Easter Festival. The program also features Beethoven's Missa solemnis, chamber concerts, and soloists like Martha Argerich and Lisa Batiashvili.
From 14 to 17 May 2027, Salzburg once again becomes a stage for opera and concert over the Whitsun weekend, under the artistic direction of Cecilia Bartoli. The detailed 2027 program of the Salzburg Whitsun Festival will be announced soon.
From 17 July to 30 August 2026, the Salzburg Festival once again brings world class opera, theatre and concerts to Salzburg, including "Jedermann" on Cathedral Square and "Carmen" at the Großes Festspielhaus. Tickets often sell out months ahead, so early booking is essential.