Salzburg is world-famous for the Salzburg Festival and as Mozart's birthplace: classical concerts, opera performances and atmospheric Christmas markets set against an alpine backdrop. Mozart's city offers a wide range of world-class events throughout 2026/2027.
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Illustrative photo From 21 to 31 January 2027, Salzburg celebrates Mozart Week with concerts, opera and chamber music around Mozart's birthday. Highlights include "Così fan tutte" under Rolando Villazón and performances by the Vienna Philharmonic.
Illustrative photo From 20 to 29 March 2027, the Berliner Philharmoniker under Kirill Petrenko bring "Die Walküre" to the stage of the Felsenreitschule at the Salzburg Easter Festival. The program also features Beethoven's Missa solemnis, chamber concerts, and soloists like Martha Argerich and Lisa Batiashvili.
Illustrative photo From 14 to 17 May 2027, Salzburg once again becomes a stage for opera and concert over the Whitsun weekend, under the artistic direction of Cecilia Bartoli. The detailed 2027 program of the Salzburg Whitsun Festival will be announced soon.
Illustrative photo The Salzburg Choral Festival 2027 brings North American choirs to Salzburg from June 22 to 27 for joint rehearsals and a finale concert of Mozart's music at the Salzburg Dom.
Illustrative photo From 8 to 10 July 2027, the Salzburgring near Plainfeld once again becomes Austria's biggest EDM stage. Over 200 artists across seven stages bring three days of Electric Love spanning house, techno, hardstyle and bass.
Illustrative photo The Salzburg Festival once again brings world class opera, theatre and concerts to Salzburg in 2027, including the traditional "Jedermann" on Cathedral Square. The exact date for 2027 has not been announced yet; tickets often sell out months ahead.
Illustrative photo In 2027, Salzburg celebrates its largest traditional folk festival, the Rupertikirtag. Enjoy historic fairground rides, a festive parade, regional specialties and traditional closing fireworks over the Old Town.
Illustrative photo The Stiegl Gutshof Bockbieranstich 2026 is expected in mid-November on the historic grounds of the Stiegl brewery in Salzburg. With a traditional cask tapping, Alpine music and fresh bock beer, guests experience an elegant start to the winter beer season. Admission is generally free.
Illustrative photo Cantus MM Festival 2027 brings choirs and orchestras from around the world to Salzburg for a few days, with performances at the Mozarteum, the Cathedral and Mirabell Gardens. Exact dates have not yet been announced.
Illustrative photo The Take the A Train Festival brings jazz and genre spanning music to Salzburg's railway station district, moving for the first time to April 2027 instead of its usual September slot. Exact dates have not yet been confirmed.
Illustrative photo Salzburger Bauernherbst 2026 brings alpine cattle drives, folk music and traditional crafts to 77 towns across SalzburgerLand, running from the opening in Maria Alm through late October.