Event Details
Welcome to Klassik unter Sternen 2027
On Saturday, 3 July 2027, the Wolkenturm in the Grafenegg Castle gardens once again becomes the stage for "Klassik unter Sternen": a gala evening with Latvian mezzo soprano Elīna Garanča and international guests. After 17 successful years at Stift Göttweig, the series found a new home at the award winning Wolkenturm in 2026; nearly 5,000 visitors secured tickets for the Preview Night and the Gala Concert, both of which sold out quickly. The 2027 continuation has already been confirmed.
Highlights
- Gala concert with Elīna Garanča under the artistic direction of Karel Mark Chichon
- Accompaniment by the Tonkünstler Orchestra Lower Austria
- Selected international guest soloists plus the ZukunftsStimmen young talent initiative
- A programme spanning eras and styles, from opera to operetta
- Wolkenturm as the venue: one of the acoustically finest open air stages in the world
- An additional Preview Night the evening before, expected to go on sale in autumn 2026
Program
Under the artistic direction of Karel Mark Chichon, Elīna Garanča performs together with the Tonkünstler Orchestra Lower Austria and selected international guests in a programme that moves across musical eras and styles, from grand opera arias to operetta and film music. The concert begins at 8:00 PM at the Wolkenturm; in case of bad weather, the event is moved to the Auditorium. For fans who cannot secure tickets for the Gala Concert, a shorter Preview Night is again planned for the evening before, with details to be announced in late summer or autumn 2026.
Tickets
Tickets for the Gala Concert on 3 July 2027 are already on sale and, according to the organizer, nearly sold out, so early booking is strongly recommended. Prices depend on seating category; in 2026 the top categories were priced at around 135, 155 and 190 euros, with more affordable categories offering a video broadcast view from the Rudolf Buchbinder Hall or the riding school foyer also available. Exact 2027 prices are published on the official ticket page.
Visitor Tips
- Since the Gala Concert sells out quickly, secure tickets as early as possible.
- For lawn seating or a picnic in the castle gardens, bring a blanket and a small supply of food.
- Pack warm clothing for the evening, as the concert takes place outdoors.
- Organized bus trips from Vienna are available, a convenient option if you prefer not to drive.
- In case of bad weather, the concert moves to the Auditorium; check for updates before the event.
