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Welcome to the Sonic Territories Festival 2026 in Vienna
The Sonic Territories Festival 2026 takes place from 19 to 25 October in Vienna under the theme “Where Water Gathers / Wo Wasser sich sammelt”. This festival for experimental sound art, audiovisual performances and transdisciplinary formats uses decentralized venues across the city – including the Otto Wagner Areal, Seestadt Studios, churches and other locations – and invites audiences into intense listening experiences.
Highlights & Attractions at Sonic Territories Festival in Vienna
- Theme “Where Water Gathers” focusing on water as material, connection and urban infrastructure
- Experimental live concerts, improvisations and audiovisual performances
- Artistic research labs and workshops on listening practices
- Site-specific installations and interventions at unique locations in Vienna
- Lecture performances, listening sessions and collective formats
- International and local artists from the fields of sound art and experimental electronic music
- Club and DJ nights as part of the festival closing programme
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The main festival runs from 19 to 25 October 2026. The programme opens at the Otto Wagner Areal and features daily workshops, concerts and gatherings. Highlights include Listening Collectively: Acoustic Flows at Seestadt Studios, concerts at Erlöserkirche and Glaubenskirche Simmering, and the closing event “Where We Gather”. An extended programme of site-specific events takes place across Vienna before the main week. The detailed daily schedule and any updates are published on the official website.
Tickets & Admission for Sonic Territories Festival Vienna
Tickets are available via the official ticket shop. Individual tickets for concerts and workshops as well as festival passes are offered. Prices typically range from around 10 to 40 Euro depending on the event and ticket category. Some workshops and labs require separate registration. Current prices and availability should be checked directly in the ticket shop. Admission is not free.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Vienna
- Venues are well connected by Vienna’s public transport network (U-Bahn, tram and bus). Check the relevant lines for the Otto Wagner Areal and Seestadt.
- Wear comfortable clothing and consider bringing ear protection, as high sound levels can occur; hearing protection is often available on site.
- Book accommodation near the respective venues or centrally in Vienna early, as the festival is decentralized.
- Allow travel time between venues when planning your schedule across multiple locations.
- Follow the official website and social media channels for last-minute changes and additional events.
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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