Discover the most exciting events, festivals, exhibitions, concerts, and Christmas markets happening in Vienna this month! From the famous Vienna Art Week and Wien Modern Music Festival to magical Christmas markets, art fairs, and cultural events, November in Vienna offers something for everyone.
Whether you’re visiting Austria’s capital for a weekend or looking for what’s on in Vienna in November, explore our selection of the best events and activities you shouldn’t miss. Get inspired and enjoy the best of Vienna this November!
1. Vienna Art Week
2. Wien Modern Music Festival
3. Christmas Market Am Hof
4. Christmas village on Stephansplatz
5. Vienna Book Fair
6. Grand Festival Magic World Vienna
7. Vegan Planet Vienna
8. Art & Antique Hofburg Vienna
9. MondoVino Wine Festival
10. This Human World Festival
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One of Austria’s largest visual arts festivals begins in Vienna on November 6th and runs until November 13th. The 2026 Vienna Art Week, themed “Navigating Angst,” explores questions such as: How does art navigate us through the complexities of the present? The festival offers not only exhibitions but also discussions, performances, workshops, and open studios.
For an entire month, Wien Modern dedicates itself to sounds that exist outside the mainstream. The 39th edition of the festival builds upon this year’s theme, “In the Grand Scheme of Things” (“Im großen Ganzen”). The festival brings contemporary music, orchestral works, and sonic experiments to a wide variety of locations across the city—ranging from major concert venues like the Konzerthaus to small galleries and independent art spaces.
Let yourself be enchanted by the magic of the Christmas Market Am Hof—one of the city’s most beautiful Christmas markets! The scent of gingerbread, punch, and roasted almonds, twinkling lights, and an atmosphere that warms even the coldest days. Discover handmade gifts, enjoy a hot drink with friends, and immerse yourself in the true magic of a Viennese Christmas.
At the Christmas market at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the scent of punch, cinnamon, and gingerbread combines with the impressive sight of the festively illuminated cathedral. Expect around 40 stalls and a cozy atmosphere. Stroll among the lovingly decorated wooden huts, discover handmade gifts, and enjoy the magic of Advent—as only Vienna can offer.
Immerse yourself in the world of words, the scent of freshly turned pages, and inspiring encounters at the Vienna Book Fair. Discover new authors, enjoy the unique atmosphere of literature, and attend discussions and workshops. You don’t have to worry about keeping your children entertained – there will be an interactive program for all ages.
Step into a world where imagination becomes reality. At the Grand Festival of Magic World Vienna, you will experience a captivating blend of magical disciplines—ranging from mentalism to grand-scale illusions. This year’s program features seven international masters of the art of magic—champions across various magical disciplines.
On the weekend of November 21–22, a trade fair dedicated to the plant-based lifestyle will take place. Look forward to vegan cuisine, cosmetics, clothing, and everything else that encompasses the vegan lifestyle. Among others, you will have the chance to discover brands such as Floréa Natura, nu-cycl, and AND SOY.
For five days, the state rooms of the Vienna Hofburg are transformed into a grand gallery for art and antiques. National and international dealers showcase a wide array of exhibits, ranging from Old Master paintings, antique jewelry, and historic furniture to modern sculptures and photographic art.
MondoVino 2026 will take place in Vienna from November 13 to 14. This two-day festival of indulgence, held at the MARX HALLE, focuses on wine, spirits, and culinary delights. More than 170 producers from Austria and around the world will showcase their offerings—ranging from classic wines and artisanal spirits to innovative non-alcoholic products.
Austria’s first human rights film festival, “this human world”, will run from November 26 to December 6 and will screen documentaries, feature films, and shorts focusing on socio-political issues. Hosted in popular Viennese arthouse cinemas like Top Kino and Schikaneder, the festival aims to do more than show movies — Q&A sessions, panel discussions, and talks give audience members a chance to engage directly with filmmakers and current global topics.
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