Vienna Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Vienna and surrounding areas

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Christmas Markets (51 events) Christmas Shows (10 events) Christmas Parties (5 events) Other Christmas Activities (12 events)
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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 events
Wiener Christkindlmarkt - Heart Tree and Heart Flight • Nov 14 – Dec 26

Iconic Herzerlbaum with hourly light illumination and 'Heart Flight' spectacle.

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Christmas Shows

10 events
Advent Concerts at St. Stephen's Cathedral • Nov 28 – Dec 23

Advent concerts in the historic St. Stephen's Cathedral

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Christmas Parties

5 events
Alexander Goebel - Advent Frühshoppen • Nov 29 – Dec 23

Humorous Advent reflections with live music and audience calls.

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Other Christmas Activities

12 events
Eistraum am Christkindlmarkt (Ice Dream at the Christmas Market) • Nov 14 – Jan 6, 2026

Vienna's Rathauspark transformed into a magical ice skating wonderland.

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Advent Concerts at St. Stephen's Cathedral (Wien)
    Advent concerts in the historic St. Stephen's Cathedral
  2. Wiener Christkindlmarkt - Heart Tree and Heart Flight (Wien)
    Iconic Herzerlbaum with hourly light illumination and 'Heart Flight' spectacle.
  3. Vienna Christmas Market at Spittelberg
    Artisanal crafts in a historic district
  4. Christmas Market Schönbrunn Palace
    Christmas market at a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  5. Bratislavské Vianoce (Bratislava Christmas) (Bratislava)
    Interactive Elf's Magic game and decorated Christmas trees
  6. Advent Concerts at the Capuchin Church (Wien)
    Advent concerts in a historic church with optional crypt tour.

This Week / Coming Up (6)

Vienna's December Events and Christmas Markets Thu, Nov 6
Christmas Village at the University of Vienna Mon, Nov 10
Wiener Christkindlmarkt am Rathausplatz Fri, Nov 14
Eistraum am Christkindlmarkt (Ice Dream at the Christmas Market) Fri, Nov 14
Altwiener Christkindlmarkt Freyung Fri, Nov 14
Weihnachtsmarkt am Hof Fri, Nov 14

Christmas Lights Near Vienna

Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Vienna.

Illumina - Laxenburg Light Garden

Austria's largest light garden celebrating its 5th anniversary

📍 Laxenburg • Nov 14

Illumina – Magischer Lichtergarten Laxenburg

Austria's largest magical light garden with a new route.

📍 Laxenburg • Nov 14

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Vienna Christmas FAQ

When are the best times to visit?

Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.

Is parking available?

Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.

Are venues accessible?

Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.