The best activities and events in Vienna in December in one place. Find out what’s going on in Vienna in December. The best Christmas markets, festivals, parties.
1. Waltz of time
2. Christmas Carol
3. When winter comes
4. Christmas market at Westbahnhof
5. Advent market in the Remise Transport Museum
6. Art Advent at Karlsplatz
7. Musical Advent Calendar (MUAD)
8. New Year’s Eve at Silvesterpfad
9. Baroque New Year’s Eve in Vienna
10. Magical Christmas at Rathausplatz
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Experience Vienna in a whole new way! In the cabins of the Giant Ferris Wheel, you will travel through the history of the city – accompanied by music, drama, and visual effects. A magical experience for adults and older children that perfectly combines history, entertainment, and atmosphere.
Experience Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story as an enchanting family musical! Follow the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, who is visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve and discovers the true meaning of love, compassion, and Christmas.
The little ones will enjoy songs and stories about snow, snowmen, and Christmas adventures. The interactive concert invites children to sing along and actively participate. Lasting around 50–60 minutes, the program is ideal for children aged 4 and up and offers a cozy, cheerful atmosphere for the whole family.
Enjoy a cozy pre-Christmas atmosphere right next to Westbahnhof station. Try hot punch, mulled wine, and winter treats, browse the stalls for gifts, and experience a relaxed Advent atmosphere away from the large tourist crowds.
Immerse yourself in a nostalgic Christmas atmosphere among historic trams and brick buildings. Discover original gifts, enjoy hot punch and Christmas treats, while children can take part in creative workshops. A unique experience for the whole family in a peaceful, special atmosphere.
Discover handmade gifts, original jewelry, and ceramics, enjoy live music, street theater, and interactive attractions for children. Let yourself be enchanted by the festive atmosphere in front of the baroque St. Charles Church and gather inspiration for creative Christmas moments.
From December 1 to 24, the Musical Advent Calendar (MUAD) 2025 transforms the city into one big Advent stage. Every day, a new concert or cultural event awaits you at a different location in Vienna. Let yourself be enchanted by independent artists, exciting music styles, and creative workshops.
Music, concerts, street performers, and fireworks—on December 31 from 2:00 p.m., the city center will be transformed into a festive venue filled with Christmas spirit. Admission is free, and unforgettable moments are guaranteed!
Experience an unforgettable New Year’s Eve in Vienna with the Vienna Baroque Orchestra! In the historic Schönborn-Batthyány Palace, baroque music, opera soloists, and a festive atmosphere will enchant you—an elegant and cultural start to the new year.
Experience the magic of Advent at the Christmas market on Rathausplatz in Vienna! Immerse yourself in sparkling lights, fragrant punch, and handmade Christmas gifts. And as the year draws to a close, celebrate the start of the New Year with music, fireworks, and a festive atmosphere right in the heart of the city. An experience for the whole family. From Christmas to the New Year!
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