Imperial Gala Concert & Dinner - schedule, program & buy tickets

Discounts are available for children ages 5 to 18 and students ages 19 to 27 (only with a credit-card-sized student ID in German or English that includes a photo).

Unfortunately, children under 5 years of age are not permitted to attend the event.

Experience the Imperial Gala Concert at Vienna’s Palais Auersperg

Travel back to imperial Vienna with the Imperial Gala Concert and experience a true “best-of” concert featuring the finest pieces by Mozart, the “Waltz King” Johann Strauss, Vivaldi, and many more at the historic Palais Auersperg.

This Baroque gem in the heart of the city was once the stage for legendary composers such as Mozart and Strauss, and it is the only venue where this special concert series takes place. The event offers a complete experience that combines musical artistry with optional fine dining in a breathtaking, centuries-old setting.

The Concert and Its Program

The Imperial Gala Concert presents a “best-of” program of classical music featuring timeless masterpieces from the golden age of Viennese music. The program is based on the works of iconic composers who have a direct connection to the Palais Auersperg:

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Hear pieces such as “Eine kleine Nachtmusik” and the famous “Queen of the Night” aria from the opera *The Magic Flute*. In 1786, Mozart conducted the Viennese premiere of his opera *Idomeneo* at the Palais Auersperg.
Johann Strauss (Son): The “Waltz King,” who himself performed regularly at the Palais Auersperg, is celebrated in the Imperial Gala Concert with lively waltzes, polkas, and marches, such as “The Blue Danube,” the “Emperor Waltz,” the “Radetzky March,” and many more.
Antonio Vivaldi: The program includes excerpts from the Baroque master’s most famous work, The Four Seasons.
Other Masters: The program is rounded out by musical highlights from composers such as Johann Pachelbel and Franz Lehár, as well as many other representatives of classical music, making the concert a unique musical journey through time.
The performance lasts approximately 90 minutes and includes a 15-minute intermission. It is accompanied by a charming, humorous, and knowledgeable English-speaking host. In addition to the orchestra, internationally acclaimed sopranos, pianists, and the Vienna Royal Ballet will perform, dancing exclusive choreographies set to the music.

The Orchestra: A Hand-Selected Ensemble of Soloists

The masterpieces are performed by the soloists of the Vienna Mozart Orchestra, a carefully curated ensemble representing Vienna’s musical elite. With their virtuosity, the unmistakable “Viennese sound,” and their lively interpretations, they bring the spirit of the Viennese Classical period to life. Their exclusive lineup, which performs only at the Palais Auersperg, makes every concert an extraordinary experience.

Enhance Your Experience with Dinner

For the full experience, guests can book a Dinner & Concert package. The festive dinner takes place before the concert and features an exclusively curated four-course menu of Austrian specialties. Guests can choose from a classic, vegetarian, or children’s four-course menu. Vegan, gluten-free, or other special dishes can also be provided upon request.

Important Information

Location: Palais Auersperg, Auerspergstraße 1, 1080 Vienna.
Start: 6:15 PM Dinner & 8:00 PM Concert
Duration: The concert lasts about 1.5 hours. The Dinner & Concert package lasts about 3 hours in total.
Dress Code: Appropriate attire for the occasion is recommended. There is no strict dress code.
Accessibility: As a historic building, the Palais Auersperg does not have an elevator.
Tickets: Discounted tickets are available for youth ages 5 to 18 and for students up to age 27. Children under 5 are not permitted.
 

Menu for the optional dinner package:
 

Classic Menu

Table setting: Freshly baked organic bread with salted butter and a selection of fine spreads

 – the perfect start to an evening of culinary delights

Appetizer: Clear beef broth made from Tafelspitz with tender Frittaten

– a delightful introduction to Viennese cuisine

Main Course: Juicy roast pork, served with light Serviettenknödel, delicate sauerkraut, and aromatic gravy

– a symphony of classic flavors

Dessert: Viennese poppy seed noodles with melted butter and a hint of sugar –

the sweet finale

Vegetarian Menu

Table setting: Freshly baked organic bread with salted butter and a selection of fine spreads

– the start of an enjoyable evening

Appetizer: Velvety-creamy potato soup –

a delicate prelude to the delights to come

Main Course: Homemade cheese spaetzle with golden-brown roasted onions –

hearty and harmonious like an orchestra

Dessert: Viennese poppy seed noodles with melted butter and a hint of sugar

– a sweet finale

A menu for children—and for those young at heart.

Table setting: Oven-fresh organic bread with salted butter and a selection of fine spreads

– the perfect start for gourmets young and old

Appetizer: Pasta with a fruity tomato sauce

– simple, yet full of flavor

Main Course: Golden-brown chicken cutlet with potato and lamb’s lettuce salad –

a classic that never goes out of style

Dessert: Viennese poppy seed noodles with melted butter and a touch of sugar

– a sweet finale

Venue:
Palais Auersperg, Auerspergstraße 1, 1080 Vienna, Austria 

Subject to change.