Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert
Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert brings the music of Johann Strauss, Jr. to life with elegant costumes and lush floral arrangements decorating the stage. European singers, international champion ballroom dancers, and a full orchestra perform a program of overtures, arias, and duets, including the Blue Danube Waltz. The performance is conducted and hosted with playful wit by an expert in Viennese music.
What to Expect
European singers, ballroom dancers, and a full orchestra celebrate Vienna's Golden Age.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Classical music and ballroom dance fans
Vibe
Elegant and festive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 2:30 PM.
- Parking: Nearby underground parking is available at Canada Place Parkade and Library Parkade. Canada Place accepts credit cards; Library Parkade and other city parkades require mobile payment.
- Accessibility: The centre is accessible by car, Edmonton Transit bus and LRT, and the pedway system.
Tips & Advice
- Allow plenty of time to reach the centre because downtown road and sidewalk construction is underway, and follow the city's designated walkways.
- If using Canada Place Parkade in the evening, go to its exterior doors and buzz security to re-enter after the concert.
- Bring a phone with a data plan if paying at Library Parkade or another City of Edmonton parkade, as those use mobile payment.
- Consider Canada Place Parkade if you need a credit-card payment machine.
- Children aged 3 and under are not admitted, so account for the child policy when arranging your group.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect to see and hear?
Members of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra perform with soprano Sera Gösch, tenor Eric Fennell and international champion ballroom dancers. The program includes overtures, arias and duets such as the Blue Danube Waltz, with elegant costumes and floral arrangements on stage.
Is the concert suitable for young children?
Children aged 3 and under will not be admitted.
How does seating work?
Seating is reserved.
What are the options for getting to the Winspear Centre?
It is accessible by car, Edmonton Transit bus and LRT, and the pedway system. Downtown road and sidewalk construction is underway, so allow plenty of travel time and follow the designated walkways.
Where can I park, and how can I pay?
Nearby underground options include Canada Place Parkade and Library Parkade. Canada Place accepts credit cards; Library Parkade and other city parkades require mobile payment and a phone with a data plan.
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