The Vienna Hofburg Orchestra conducts magnificent classical concerts of the highest musical quality in the most beautiful concert halls in Vienna. The historical halls of Vienna’s Imperial Palace (Hofburg) shine in new splendor when the most famous masterpieces of Mozart, Lehár and Strauss are performed by the internationally renowned Vienna Hofburg Orchestra. 

The Vienna Hofburg Orchestra was founded in 1971 by the Austrian conductor Gert Hofbauer. Their original aim was to promote waltz and operetta music and bring it to the world. Today the ensemble of the famous Vienna Hofburg Orchestra consists of over 40 talented musicians who are accompanied by internationally renowned opera singers and classical ballet from Vienna’s opera houses. Visitors can expect a programme full of variety from the Viennese classical period; from waltz and operetta music to opera arias, all the fantastic classical melodies are represented. Since 2017, Giuseppe Montesano has been the musical director of the Vienna Hofburg Orchestra. 

Get ready to enjoy a unique concert in an imperial ambience! 

Programme

The exceptional performances of the orchestra will take the audience on a journey through Viennese classical music. In addition to arias, numerous operas and operettas are also included. Especially the fans of the wonderful works from prodigy Mozart, the King of Waltz or the virtuoso Lehár will enjoy this orchestral experience to the fullest.

Programme example

Franz von Suppé “Die schöne Galathée”. Ouverture
W.A. Mozart “Nun vergiß’ leises Flehn” from the opera “The marriage of Figaro”
Josef Strauss  “Ohne Sorgen”. Polka
W.A. Mozart  “Non mi dir” from the opera “Don Giovanni”
Johann Strauss  “Künstlerleben” . Waltz
Johann Strauss “Im Krapfenwaldl”. Polka
Johann Strauss “Eljen à Magyar”. Polka 
Johann Strauss “Wiener Blut”. Duet op. 354
Franz Léhàr “Meine Lippen, sie küssen so heiß” “Giuditta”
W. A. Mozart “Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen” from the opera “The Magic Flute”
W. A. Mozart “Papageno – Papagena” duet from the opera “The Magic Flute”
Josef Strauss  “Feuerfest”.  French polka
Emmerich Kalman  “Tanzen möchte ich”
Franz Léhàr  “Lippen schweigen”
Johann Strauss  “An der schönen blauen Donau”. Waltz

(The programme may be subject to change) 

Venues

The Christmas season concerts on 25th and 26th December will take place in the Hofburg Palace, in the middle of the imperial city. The magnificent halls of Vienna‘s Imperial Palace provide a truly unforgettable ambience. The Hofburg's building complex was built during the course of 6 centuries, located right in the heart of Vienna's city centre. Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architectural styles were incorporated into the construction and contributed to its unique appearance. Finally, the Hofburg became the imperial residence and housed the Habsburgs until 1918. The Festival Hall (Festsaal) of the Hofburg is truly majestic with its impressive ceiling paintings. The Ceremonial Hall (Zeremoniensaal) is also impressive with its magnificent marble columns. It was once the venue for court concerts and grand gala evenings under Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth.

The Christmas season concerts on 25th and 26th December will take place in the Hofburg Palace, in the middle of the imperial city. The magnificent halls of Vienna‘s Imperial Palace provide a truly unforgettable ambience. The Hofburg's building complex was built during the course of 6 centuries, located right in the heart of Vienna's city centre. Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architectural styles were incorporated into the construction and contributed to its unique appearance. Finally, the Hofburg became the imperial residence and housed the Habsburgs until 1918. The Festival Hall (Festsaal) of the Hofburg is truly majestic with its impressive ceiling paintings. The Ceremonial Hall (Zeremoniensaal) is also impressive with its magnificent marble columns. It was once the venue for court concerts and grand gala evenings under Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth.

Concerts in the Festive Hall, Hofburg Palace

The large Festsaal (festival hall) was designed as a new throne room. Construction began under Emperor Franz Joseph I in 1908 and was completed in 1923. The Festsaal is the largest hall in the Hofburg with almost 1.000 m2.

The impressive imperial ambience is created for events of spectacular style, especially concerts and balls. The room meets the highest standards, features a large permanent stage and integrated interpreter booths. The latest sound and lighting technology ensure unimpaired visual and acoustic clarity.

Concert dates: 25th, 26th, 27th and 31th of December and 1st and 2nd of January 2027. 

Vienna Hofburg/ Imperial Palace
Heldenplatz 
1010 Vienna

Duration

The concert lasts for approximately 90 minutes, without intermission. 

Tickets

Once your booking has been confirmed, you will receive an e-mail containing your booking voucher. Please print it out or download it on your smartphone/tablet to show it at the evening box on the day of the concert.

In case you do not receive an e-mail in the minutes following the booking, please check your Spam folder! 

How to get there?

To the Vienna Hofburg Palace (Festival Hall and Ceremonial Hall), Heldenplatz 1, 1010 Vienna: take one of the tram lines 1, D, 2 or 71 until you 'll have reached the station Burgring or Dr. Karl Renner Ring. From there it is only a few minutes' walk to the Vienna Hofburg via the Heldenplatz entrance. 

Cancellations

It is possible to cancel your tickets up to one week before the concert date.