Vienna Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Vienna and surrounding areas
Vienna illuminates the festive season with glittering Christmas lights across the Ringstrasse and holiday activities in historic squares like Stephansplatz. Visit Wiener Christkindlmarkt and the Vienna Art Advent at Karlsplatz, and enjoy Advent Concerts at St. Stephen's Cathedral for seasonal music and Santa visits. From atmospheric markets to cultural festive events, Vienna's holiday attractions and family-friendly offerings bring warm lights and traditional charm to every evening.
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Christmas Markets
51 eventsIconic Herzerlbaum with hourly light illumination and 'Heart Flight' spectacle.
Christmas Shows
10 eventsAdvent concerts in the historic St. Stephen's Cathedral
Christmas Parties
5 eventsHumorous Advent reflections with live music and audience calls.
Other Christmas Activities
12 eventsOne of Europe's largest open-air New Year's Eve celebrations
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Advent Concerts at St. Stephen's Cathedral
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Advent concerts in the historic St. Stephen's Cathedral
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Wiener Christkindlmarkt - Heart Tree and Heart Flight
(Wien)
Iconic Herzerlbaum with hourly light illumination and 'Heart Flight' spectacle.
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Vienna Christmas Market at Spittelberg
Artisanal crafts in a historic district
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Vienna New Year's Eve Trail
One of Europe's largest open-air New Year's Eve celebrations
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Bratislavské Vianoce (Bratislava Christmas)
(Bratislava)
Interactive Elf's Magic game and decorated Christmas trees
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Schloss Hof Christmas Market
(Schloßhof)
Traditional Christmas market in a historic castle setting
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The biggest annual Christmas events in Vienna are undoubtedly its numerous Christmas markets, with the Christkindlmarkt at Rathausplatz being the most famous. Other major events include festive concerts and light displays.
Vienna is known for its elegant Christmas markets, classical music concerts during the holidays, and the tradition of serving festive pastries like 'Vanillekipferl'. The city's imperial history also influences its grand holiday celebrations.
The Innere Stadt (First District) is spectacular for Christmas lights, especially along streets like Graben and Kohlmarkt. The areas around major Christmas markets, such as Rathausplatz and Schönbrunn Palace, are also beautifully illuminated.
Vienna's Christmas markets are the primary places to find local makers, with notable markets including those at Rathausplatz, Schönbrunn Palace, and the Spittelberg artisan market. Many smaller, neighborhood markets also feature local craftspeople.
Wandering through the beautifully decorated streets and Christmas markets is a fantastic free activity. Many churches offer free holiday concerts, and simply enjoying the city's festive atmosphere costs nothing.
Families often enjoy the Christmas markets with their carousels and craft activities, especially at Rathausplatz. Look for special children's performances or festive train rides that might be available during the season.