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Welcome to the KlezMORE Festival 2026 in Vienna
The KlezMORE Festival 2026 takes place from 7 to 15 November in Vienna and ranks among Europe’s most important platforms for Jewish music and culture. Under the motto “Sounding the Archive”, the 23rd edition invites audiences to bring historical sources to life through international artists, concerts, workshops and special events at various venues across the city.
Highlights & Attractions at KlezMORE Festival in Vienna
- International klezmer and Yiddish music featuring renowned acts such as The Klezmatics
- Diverse programme of concerts, workshops and supporting events
- Theme “Sounding the Archive” – historical sources reinterpreted for today
- Venues throughout Vienna plus selected events outside the city
- Synagogue concerts, Shabbat evenings and interdisciplinary formats
- Blend of tradition and contemporary innovation
- Encounters with Jewish musical history and living present
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The festival runs for nine days from 7 to 15 November 2026. Concerts take place in the evenings at different locations including Porgy & Bess, Stadtsaal, Theater Akzent and other Vienna venues. The programme features opening concerts, thematic evenings, workshops and special formats such as commemorative events. Under the title “Sounding the Archive”, artists connect historical melodies, texts and memories with contemporary sounds. Detailed daily programmes and updates are available on the official website.
Tickets & Admission for KlezMORE Festival Vienna
Individual tickets typically range from around 18 to 35 Euro, depending on the event and reductions (e.g. under 27). Advance sales are handled via the official website and selected venues. Festival passes may be available in limited numbers. Please check current prices and availability directly on klezmore-vienna.at, as they vary by concert.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Vienna
- Public transport: Most venues are easily reached by underground, tram or bus; Vienna has an excellent public transport network.
- Comfortable clothing and early arrival are recommended, as venues differ in size and popular concerts can sell out.
- Book accommodation in the 1st, 2nd or 7th district early – the city is well visited in November.
- Subscribe to the official website and newsletter for programme changes and advance ticket sales.
- Combine your festival visit with a walk through the historic Jewish Leopoldstadt or the Jewish Museum Vienna.
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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