Festival · upcoming edition
Salzburg Festival 2026
July 17 – August 30, 2026
The 2026 Salzburg Festival runs July 17 – August 30, with opera productions including Mozart's 'Così fan tutte', 'Jedermann' on Cathedral Square starring Philipp Hochmair, two drama world premieres, and five Vienna Philharmonic concert programmes under conductors including Riccardo Muti and Christian Thielemann.
Festival District, Salzburg, Salzburg · ~295 km from Vienna
Salzburg Festival 2026 at a glance
- Dates
- July 17 – August 30, 2026
- Venue
- Festival District, Salzburg, Salzburg
- Drive from Vienna
- about 3 hours
- Event
- Opera, drama & concerts · Salzburg
Content updated March 28, 2026.
2026 schedule
July 17
Festival opening — the six-week programme of opera, drama, and concerts begins.
July–August
Daily performances across the Festival District; 'Jedermann' open-air on Cathedral Square, weather permitting.
August 30
Final performances close the 2026 festival season.
Transfer from Vienna to Salzburg
Salzburg is roughly 295 km from Vienna — about 3 hours via the A1. For a 19:30 curtain we recommend leaving Vienna by 15:00, allowing a margin for summer traffic. Same-day returns after evening performances are possible; many guests prefer an overnight stay and a relaxed return the next day.
Festival evenings & multi-day programmes
Timed arrivals at the Festival District, standby through performances and suppers, and multi-day itineraries combining Salzburg with the Salzkammergut lakes or a return via the Wachau.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next Salzburg Festival?
The Salzburg Festival runs every summer from mid-July to the end of August. The 2026 edition runs July 17 – August 30. Dates for 2027 will be listed once announced.
How long is the drive from Vienna to Salzburg?
About 3 hours for roughly 295 km via the A1 motorway, depending on traffic and your exact pickup point.
Can I attend an evening performance and return to Vienna the same night?
Yes — your chauffeur waits during the performance and drives you back overnight. Many guests instead stay in Salzburg and return the next morning; we quote both options.
Where do Salzburg Festival performances take place?
Mainly in the Festival District in Salzburg's old town — Grosses Festspielhaus, Haus für Mozart, and the Felsenreitschule — plus 'Jedermann' open-air on Cathedral Square.
Book your Salzburg Festival 2026 chauffeur
Fixed pricing where routes apply; for multi-day programmes and standby, contact us on WhatsApp for a tailored quote.