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Welcome to Wintertainment 2026 in Vienna
Wintertainment 2026 brings high-quality show entertainment to Theater am Spittelberg in Vienna from 7 to 23 December. Initiated by Nuschin Vossoughi, the festival combines music, theatre, cabaret, variety and comedy into varied evenings with a feel-good atmosphere – a perfect alternative to the Christmas market bustle.
Highlights & Attractions at Wintertainment in Vienna
- High-level best-of programmes featuring music, cabaret and variety
- Diverse genres ranging from jazz and global sounds to pop
- Subtle Christmas atmosphere without kitsch
- Intimate setting in the historic Theater am Spittelberg
- Daily changing shows with national and international acts
- Family-friendly children’s performances on selected dates
- Cosy ambience for relaxing and enjoying the Advent season
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The festival runs from 7 to 23 December 2026. Evening shows usually start at 19:30. The programme features current best-of shows from music (jazz, pop, world), cabaret, variety and comedy. It offers subtle pre-Christmas references from different perspectives and appeals both to those seeking a quality lead-up to Christmas and to anyone looking for a cultured alternative. Individual evening details are published on the official website.
Tickets & Admission for Wintertainment Vienna
Single tickets typically range from 18 to 40 Euro depending on the performance and category. Children’s tickets and reductions are available. Tickets can be booked online via the Theater am Spittelberg website or purchased at the evening box office. Multi-show festival subscriptions offer better value.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Vienna
- Getting there: U-Bahn U2/U3 Volkstheater station, tram 49 (Stiftgasse) or bus 13A/48A – the theatre is centrally located in the 7th district.
- Warm clothing for the journey; indoors it is cosy. The venue is wheelchair accessible.
- Book accommodation in the Neubau or MuseumsQuartier area early, as Advent is a busy time in Vienna.
- Combine your visit with a stroll through the historic Spittelberg quarter and its Advent market.
- Secure online tickets in advance, as popular evenings can sell out quickly.
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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