
On the first weekend in August, the tree circle “Am Himmel”, an eleven-hectare area in Vienna's Döbling district, is transformed into a Strauss stage with a spectacular view of the entire city.
Opening
Join Johann Strauss for an unconventional look at the present and the future. The performers have no truck withl genre boundaries and categorisations. The Hip-Hop Duo EsRap and pianist Marino Formenti reinterpret Viennese operetta. Mandola meets cello for everything from heavy rock to Strauss miniatures, the Schmusechor (Snuggles Choir) dances its queer/feminist version of the Blue Danube. These artists all reflext the soundtrack of the age we live in, an age closer to Strauss' time than we may think.
Day 2
On the 2nd day, we invite you to a musical hike “up to heaven” as part of our sound trail and provide cultural enjoyment around Johann Strauss for the whole family at the Ö1 KulturPicknick.
Tickets are also available on the day of the event between 5.30 p.m. and 10 p.m. at the box office on site. From 20:00 to 22:00, tickets can still be purchased online via cell phone. However, we recommend securing a ticket in advance, as cell phone reception at the event location may be limited.
You can either take a seat on the stone steps of the amphitheater or make yourself comfortable on the surrounding meadow. We recommend taking a seat mat, picnic blanket or similar with you.
Yes, there will be a limited number of food trucks. Both cash and card payment is possible here.
Please note: The nearest hydrant to fill your water bottle is approx. 200 meters away. No glass bottles are permitted anywhere on the area.
Yes, container toilets are available on site - also barrier-free.
There are no parking spaces available! Please make sure to arrive by public transport.
Recommended arrival:
Please note that the space in public transportation is limited. Alternatively, Grinzing station (line 38) is also easily accessible by foot:
Please note possible changes to the Wiener Linien timetable and take a look at the latest navigation apps.
Participation is at your own risk.
Parents or accompanying adults are liable for their children and wards.
Am Himmel is a nature reserve - please treat nature with respect:
Yes, the event will take place even if it rains.
It may only be canceled in the event of a severe weather warning or similar exceptional circumstances.
Please take a look at our website or our social media channels if the weather is uncertain.
On August 2, dogs are unfortunately not allowed at the concerts.
On August 3, at the Ö1 Kulturpicknick, dogs are only allowed with a muzzle and leash.