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Welcome to the Imago Dei 2027 in Krems
Imago Dei is the Easter and spring music festival at Klangraum Krems Minoritenkirche. Since 1999 it has brought together contemporary music, early music, sacred traditions, literature and performance in the early Gothic former Minorite Church in Krems-Stein, Austria. The 2027 edition is under the artistic direction of Albert Hosp and traditionally takes place in the weeks around Easter. Easter Sunday 2027 falls on 28 March; the exact festival dates will be announced by the organisers.
Highlights & Attractions at Imago Dei in Krems
- Concerts in the unique early Gothic acoustic space of the Minoritenkirche in Krems-Stein
- Cross-genre programme of contemporary music, early music, sacred traditions and world music
- World premieres, commissioned works and international ensembles
- Literature, readings and spoken introductions before each concert
- Dance, video art and site-specific sound art as part of the festival format
- Selected concerts and performances for children and families
- Artistic direction by Albert Hosp (NÖ Festival und Kino GmbH, contract through 2028)
Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2027
Imago Dei 2027 follows the festival’s established rhythm: several concert evenings in the weeks before and around Easter at Klangraum Krems Minoritenkirche. Concerts usually start at 6:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.; each evening is typically preceded by an introduction of around 20 minutes with a talk or reading. The full 2027 programme and daily timetable will be published by the festival once the edition is presented, as in previous years.
Artistically, Imago Dei remains a dialogue between spirituality, poetry and sound: early and contemporary music from different cultures and religions, often including premieres. The 2026 edition ranged from Dowland, Bach and Mozart to tango, Corsican polyphony, Japanese koto and newly commissioned works. A similarly international, cross-genre programme is expected for 2027; details are still to be announced.
Tickets & Admission for Imago Dei Krems
Tickets for Imago Dei 2027 are available via the official website imagodei.at and the box office of NÖ Festival und Kino GmbH ([email protected], phone +43 2732 908033). Prices for 2027 will be published with the programme. In 2026, adult tickets typically ranged from about 31 to 42 euros; children’s concerts started at around 10 euros. Discounts apply for under-27s, children, students and club members. Packages (from two concerts) and a festival pass offer savings of up to 30 percent. Admission is not free.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Krems
- Krems is easy to reach by train (Westbahn / Franz-Josefs-Bahn); from the station, a city bus or a short walk takes you to the Minoritenkirche in Krems-Stein.
- The early Gothic church can be cool in spring – bring a light jacket or scarf.
- Book accommodation in Krems, Stein and the Wachau early, especially around the Easter weekends in 2027.
- The evening box office usually opens 90 minutes before the concert; advance booking is recommended.
- Kunstmeile Krems (Landesgalerie, museumkrems, Karikaturmuseum) is nearby and pairs well with a festival visit.
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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