While the Ars Electronica Festival (focused on art, technology, and society) takes place in early September, the Ars Electronica Centre continues to host interesting exhibitions also in October.
Here, you can enjoy interactive installations, futuristic technology, and digital art. Throughout the month, you can also explore themes like AI, robotics, and digital art.
A regular ticket costs around €13, and you can read more about the exhibitions here.
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Cabaret in Klagenfurt
Celebrate Austria's national day
Austria celebrates its National Day (Nationalfeiertag) on October 26 every year. This date marks the anniversary of Austria’s Declaration of Neutrality, which was signed after the end of World War II.
On this day, you can enjoy different parades and speeches in larger cities, such as the military parade at Heldenplatz in Vienna.
The Austrian president will also address the nation in a TV address and honour the victims of the war resistance.
On the national day, you can also visit many museums and cultural exhibitions for free.
Kaiser Wiesn in Vienna
Kaiser Wiesn is the biggest Oktoberfest-style event in Austria. This year, the beer festival takes place from September 26th to October 13th in Vienna.
Here, you can dress up in your dirndl or lederhosen and enjoy beer, regional delicacies, and a live music program.
The entrance is free during the day, but tickets are needed for many evening events. A standard ticket for one evening costs around €80.
Check out the program and ticket options here.
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folk.art Festival Graz
This festival, which takes place in Graz from October 3rd to 20th, celebrates traditional folk art, music, and dance from various regions of the world.
Here, you can enjoy lively performances, crafts, and culinary experiences. You can also participate in handicraft workshops such as embroidery, weaving, or pottery.
The festival's exhibitions often present handcrafted items and folk instruments.
Find out more here.
Jazz & the City in Salzburg
One of the top events in Salzburg's cultural calendar is the Jazz & The City festival, which will take place from October 17th to 20th this year.
The festival brings together international jazz musicians, performing at various venues across the city – from small bars to churches and squares.
You can enjoy the festival completely for free, and you find the program here.
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Innsbruck Nature Film Festival
This international film festival focuses on the environment, wildlife, and sustainability.
The festival is known for attracting filmmakers, activists, and nature enthusiasts. Here, you can discuss nature and environmental topics through screenings and talks.
The festival takes place in Innsbruck from October 9th to 13th.
Find the program here.
Guided tour in Burgenland's national park
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Latino Nights in Dornbin
If you like Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba, you should go to "Latino Night" in Dornbin.
The first event takes place on October 4th and the second on October 18th.
You can dance, meet new people, get inspired by other dances, and enjoy drinks.
Vienna International Film Festival
Do you love watching interesting movies in the cinema? If so, the Viennale might be something for you.
Here, you can enjoy a wide range of different films, including feature films, documentaries, and shorts from both well-known and new filmmakers worldwide.
This year's annual international film festival will take place from October 17th to 29th.
Screenings are held at various venues in Vienna, such as Gartenbaukino on Parkring, Stadkino im Künstlerhaus, and Urania on Uraniastraße.
The full program will be published on the website on October 8th, and if you feel like being part of the audience jury, you can apply for it until October 6th.
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