Christmas Concerts in Vienna
Guests enjoy festive classical performances by the renowned Schönbrunner Schlossorchester accompanied by acclaimed vocal soloists. The musical program features celebrated overtures, arias, and duets by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, alongside famous waltzes, polkas, and operetta pieces by Johann Strauss. Concerts are staged in historic palace spaces, including the Orangerie Schönbrunn, the Great Gallery, or the White-and-Gold Room.
What to Expect
Mozart and Strauss masterpieces performed by the Schönbrunn Palace Orchestra.
Event Details
Duration
About one hour and 45 minutes, including an intermission.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Various
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Music of Vienna
Food & Drink
VIP tickets include a glass of sparkling wine, orange juice, or mineral water; a select December 25 package adds a three-course dinner, with drinks excluded.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Classical music fans and adults
Vibe
Festive and elegant
Energy Level
Low
Budget
€€€
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Concert tickets: VIP €150, category A €105, B €95, C €68. VIP includes VIP access to the concert hall and a glass of sparkling wine, orange juice, or mineral water. December 25 dinner-and-concert package: VIP €195, A €153, B €140, C €115; includes a three-course dinner at 18:30, excluding drinks. Categories A and VIP include a glass of sparkling wine, orange juice, or mineral water; VIP also includes VIP access to the concert hall. Tour, dinner, and concert package: VIP €237, A €195, B €182, C €157; includes a palace highlight tour at 17:15 and a three-course dinner at 18:30, excluding drinks. Tour-and-concert package: VIP €192, A €150, B €137, C €112; includes a palace highlight tour at 18:45. Listed prices include all taxes and statutory charges; no booking fees or surcharges are added. – Get tickets
- Hours: Dec 24: 15:00; Dec 25: 16:00 and 20:30. Dec 25 package options also list dinner at 18:30, a palace tour at 17:15 followed by dinner at 18:30, or a palace tour at 18:45.
- Accessibility: All concert halls are barrier-free and wheelchair accessible.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive when doors open half an hour before the start, because seats are first come, first served within your category and early arrivals get the widest choice.
- Book a December 25 package early if you want dinner or a palace tour, because the tour, dinner and concert combination has already sold out.
- Expect to pay for drinks with the dinner packages. Categories A and VIP include only one glass of sparkling wine, juice or water.
- Leave children aged 5 and under at home, because they aren't admitted to the concerts due to their length.
- Dress smart casual. There's no strict dress code, but clothing suited to the occasion and the palace setting is recommended.
Special Events & Promotions
- December 25 Dinner and Concert package: a three-course Viennese dinner before the evening concert, drinks extra. Categories A and VIP include a glass of sparkling wine, orange juice or water.
- December 25 Palace Tour and Concert package: an exclusive audio-guided tour of Schloss Schönbrunn outside regular opening hours, followed by the evening concert.
- December 25 Palace Tour, Dinner and Concert package: combines the tour, dinner and concert, and is already sold out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring young children?
No. Children aged 5 and under aren't admitted because of the concert's length.
What music will we hear?
The first half features overtures, arias and duets from Mozart's concerts and operas. The second half brings Johann Strauss operetta arias, waltzes and polkas. The Schönbrunner Schlossorchester performs them with well-known soloists.
Is there a dress code?
There's no strict dress code. Smart casual, suited to the occasion and the palace, is recommended.
How long should I allow?
The concert runs about an hour and three-quarters, including an intermission. Doors open half an hour before the start.
How does seating work?
Seats come in VIP, A, B and C categories, and you can sit anywhere within your category. VIP adds a lounge with its own cloakroom and separate entrance. It also includes a glass of sparkling wine, orange juice or mineral water.
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