Graz combines UNESCO World Heritage status with a creative student scene: music festivals, modern art events and Styrian culinary celebrations. The university city offers a wide range of events between tradition and avant-garde throughout 2026/2027.
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Illustrative photo From 20 Nov to 24 Dec 2026, the Graz Advent transforms the old town with its "Advent of short distances." Discover the magnificent market at Hauptplatz, the Schlossberg market, and the world-famous Ice Nativity in the Landhaushof.
Illustrative photo The Graz Christmas Market 2026 runs from November 20 to December 24 at Hauptplatz. Seven more advent markets await nearby in the city center, all within walking distance and free to visit.
Illustrative photo Jazzwerkstatt Graz 2026 brings young jazz ensembles from Austria and beyond to the Orpheum in Graz over several evenings, with a program spanning jazz, pop and experimental sounds.
Illustrative photo Bonez MC and RAF Camora celebrate ten years of Palmen aus Plastik on November 30, 2026, at Stadthalle Graz. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM.
Illustrative photo Bryan Adams plays Stadthalle Graz on December 15, 2026 as part of his Roll With The Punches Tour. The rock concert is listed to start at 8:00 PM, offering a big arena night outside Vienna.
Illustrative photo Graz celebrates New Year's Eve 2026/2027 with a free water-and-light spectacle on Hauptplatz, open-air parties at Mariahilferplatz and in the Franziskanerviertel, plus a run, vintage tram and cultural events. Five shows run on 31 December 2026 from 17:30 through the midnight finale. Classic fireworks are banned in the city; book hotels and guided tours early.
Illustrative photo The Impuls Festival Graz 2027 pairs contemporary music with the international Ensemble and Composers Academy. Over nearly two weeks, concerts, world premieres and discourse events take place at numerous venues across the city.
Illustrative photo The Elevate Festival Graz 2027 runs from March 4 to 7, combining electronic music, art and political discourse across the underground venues of the Schlossberg.
Illustrative photo From April 7 to 12, 2027, the Diagonale takes place in Graz for the 30th time. Austria's festival of Austrian film screens around 100 current productions in competition, alongside discussions, an industry gathering and Austria's most important film awards.
Illustrative photo Styriarte Graz 2027 runs from June 25 to July 25 under the theme Fantastic, bringing classical and early music to historic venues across Graz and Styria.
Illustrative photo Austria's leading street art and puppetry festival is expected back in Graz in late July/early August 2027, with dozens of free outdoor performances (exact dates to be confirmed).
Illustrative photo Aufsteirern takes place in 2027 throughout downtown Graz, celebrating Styrian folk culture with traditional costume, music, dance and craft, and free admission.