Illustrative photo Jazz and the City Salzburg 2026: Program, Dates and Tips
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.
Illustrative photo Jazz & The City Salzburg 2026: Jazz Festival in the Old Town
Jazz & The City Salzburg 2026 runs from October 15 to 18 in the Old Town. Over 40 venues host around 100 concerts of jazz, world music and electronic sounds, all completely free to attend.
Illustrative photo Nukranox 2026: Hard Music Festival in Salzburg
Nukranox 2026 brings a full night of hardstyle, rawstyle, frenchcore and uptempo to the Messezentrum Salzburg. Visitors can expect ten straight hours of hard music only.
Illustrative photo Salzburg Christmas Market at Mirabellplatz 2026: Advent Magic in Front of Mirabell Palace
The Mirabellplatz Christmas market in Salzburg runs from November 19 to December 31, 2026, right in front of Mirabell Palace. This small, cozy Advent market offers regional handicrafts, mulled wine and live music, with free admission.
Illustrative photo Hellbrunner Adventzauber 2026: Christmas Market at Schloss Hellbrunn
The Hellbrunner Adventzauber runs from November 19 to December 24, 2026, in the courtyard of Schloss Hellbrunn near Salzburg. About 700 decorated fir trees, walkable winter fountains and an extensive children's Christmas world make it one of the most atmospheric Advent markets in the region.
Illustrative photo Salzburg Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
From 19 Nov 2026 to 1 Jan 2027, the historic Salzburg Christmas Market at Domplatz enchants visitors with a uniquely romantic atmosphere. Experience daily choral singing, traditional tower brass music, and festive crafts in the heart of Mozart's city.
Illustrative photo Sternadvent with Winter Market Salzburg 2026: The Hidden Christmas Market in the Sternarkaden
The Sternadvent with Winter Market is tucked away in the Sternarkaden between Getreidegasse and Griesgasse in Salzburg from November 19, 2026 to January 6, 2027. This small, free Christmas market offers a calmer, more intimate atmosphere away from the city's larger Christkindlmärkte.
Illustrative photo Christmas Market at Hohensalzburg Fortress 2026: Salzburg's Highest Advent Market
The Christmas market at Hohensalzburg Fortress in Salzburg runs on advent weekends from November 27 to December 20, 2026. High above the city, the courtyard offers handicrafts, local specialties and a unique view over the festively lit old town.
Illustrative photo Krampuslauf Salzburg 2026: Dates, Route and Visitor Guide
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.
Illustrative photo Krampus Run at the Salzburg Christmas Market 2026
On December 5, 2026, from 19:00 to 20:30, Salzburg hosts its traditional Krampus run at the Domplatz and Residenzplatz. Several groups present their folklore for free as part of the Salzburg Christmas Market.
Illustrative photo Perchtenlauf Salzburg 2026: Perchten Parade at the Christmas Market
On December 21, 2026, the Perchten parade across Domplatz and Residenzplatz at the Salzburg Christmas market in this traditional Perchtenlauf. The free procession starts at 19:00 and is closely linked to the old custom of the Rauhnächte.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Salzburg 2026/2027: Celebrations, Concerts & Fireworks
New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day 2026/2027 in Salzburg combine a free Old Town program on Kapitelplatz, midnight fireworks from Hohensalzburg Fortress and first-rate classical music. Concerts at Mirabell Palace and gala dinners at St. Peter or the fortress make the turn of the year in the baroque city of Mozart especially memorable.