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Experience the Vienna Philharmonic at Schönbrunn Palace: Sommernachtskonzert 2026 Open-Air Classical Music Event

Enjoy a unique free classical music program featuring Lorenzo Viotti and Bryn Terfel on June 19, 2026.

The Sommernachtskonzert Schönbrunn is an anticipated annual classical music event in Vienna. It showcases the renowned Vienna Philharmonic performing a diverse program in the beautiful Schönbrunn Palace Park. Attendees can look forward to a captivating evening of opera, ballet, and symphonic works led by Lorenzo Viotti with guest soloist Bryn Terfel.

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Exhibition summary

The '23. Sommernachtskonzert Schönbrunn' is an annual open-air classical music event featuring the Vienna Philharmonic. For 2026, the concert will be conducted by Lorenzo Viotti with guest soloist Bryn Terfel, presenting a diverse program of opera, operetta, musical, ballet, and symphonic music in the Schönbrunn Palace Park. This event is a significant cultural highlight, offering free admission to tens of thousands of live attendees and global television audiences.

Curatorial context

The "23. Sommernachtskonzert Schönbrunn" is a highly anticipated annual open-air classical music event that showcases the Vienna Philharmonic performing in the majestic gardens of Schönbrunn Palace. Scheduled for June 19, 2026, the concert will be led by conductor Lorenzo Viotti, with renowned Welsh bass-baritone Bryn Terfel as the guest soloist. This year's program promises a broad musical spectrum, ranging from opera, operetta, and musical theater to ballet music and symphonic works, aiming to appeal to a wide audience. Since its inception in 2004, the Sommernachtskonzert has become a significant cultural event, drawing tens of thousands of spectators to the palace park and reaching a global audience through television broadcasts. The event is held in the baroque parkland, framed by the historic Schönbrunn Palace and the Gloriette, creating a magical atmosphere for enjoying classical music. Admission is free, and no tickets are required, reinforcing the event's philosophy of making classical music accessible to everyone.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission to the Sommernachtskonzert Schönbrunn is free, and no tickets are required. Attendees should note that there are no reserved seating arrangements.

23. Sommernachtskonzert Schönbrunn key exhibition facts

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Venue
Am Hof Square
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Jun 19, 2026 – Jun 19, 2026
Artist line / attribution
For the 2026 concert, the Vienna Philharmonic will be conducted by Lorenzo Viotti, with Bryn Terfel performing as the guest soloist. The program includes works from composers such as Franz von Suppè, Arrigo Boito, Giacomo Puccini, Giuseppe Verdi, Peter Iljitsch Tschaikowsky, Florence Price, Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Richard Wagner, Jules Massenet, Maurice Ravel, and Jerry Bock.
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