The Austrian capital is always worth a visit. While atmospheric Christmas markets beckon in winter, summer is characterized by being outdoors and a relaxed atmosphere. And spring in Vienna? It’s particularly magical. One reason for this is the fact that the city is greener than almost anywhere else in the world. Here you can be there when nature awakens from its winter slumber.
Lots of special experiences, excursion destinations and events bring variety to the season. We went in search of a few special highlights that you should definitely not miss in spring in Vienna 2026:
Four Hands Dinner, March 18 and 19, 2026
The luxurious restaurant The Glasswing, part of the beautiful The Amauris on Vienna’s Ringstrasse, is hosting an unforgettable dinner on March 18 and 19, 2026. Chef Egon Heiss, multi-award-winning and starred chef from the Prezioso restaurant at the Castel Fragsburg hotel in South Tyrol, will be a guest in Vienna. Together with Executive Chef Alexandru Simon from The Amauris, he will be serving unforgettable gourmet cuisine accompanied by excellent wines. | To the tickets
Brunch Affair at The Ritz Carlton, March 22, 2026
The concept is as popular as it is relaxed: At the Brunch Affair, guests come together in the legendary luxury hotel to be treated to culinary delights in a wide variety of locations throughout the hotel. From Mediterranean highlights in Pastamara to pâtisserie and crêpe suzette in the D-bar to steak cuts and oysters in the Dstrikt Steakhouse, each location becomes a stage for live cooking and seasonal spring flavors. The event on March 22, 2026 is the prelude to the event, which will be held quarterly again in the future. | To the reservation
Easter markets, end of March to April 6, 2026
Several Easter markets with lots of beautiful decorative items and good food get you in the mood for spring. One of the most popular Easter markets is the one in front of Schönbrunn Palace. It takes place from 25 March 2026 to 19 April 2026 and boasts a varied supporting program. Especially for kids! The Easter market on the Freyung and at the courtyard offers over 50 stalls. They open their doors from March 20, 2026 to April 6, 2026.
Bike Festival, March 28 and 29, 2026
It has already become a beloved tradition: The Vienna Bike Festival, which transforms the Rathausplatz square into an outdoor amusement park for bike fans of all kinds every year at the end of March. Austria’s largest cycling event attracts visitors with workshops, spectacular shows, e-mountain bike tests and the opportunity to stock up on the latest bike-related innovations. | bikefestival.at
Seidl hiking days, April 1 to 30, 2026
It’s finally time again in April: the Ottakringer Seidl Walking Days are taking place again. If you want to take part, get a ticket for €49 and then have a whole month to discover different restaurants across the city. The Seidl package, which can be collected from the store or sent by post, contains vouchers for the selected partner restaurants.D From traditional beer bars to trendy eateries. The tickets are limited and highly coveted! | Buy a ticket
Vienna City Marathon, April 19, 2026
The fascination of the marathon seems to be omnipresent. Although tickets for the Vienna City Marathon have long been sold out, the atmosphere surrounding this major event in spring is simply fantastic every year. Cheering, cheering and celebrating along the route – Vienna’s most beautiful running event attracts numerous visitors from home and abroad, which is why it can be described as top-class with a clear conscience. | vienna-marathon.com
Edelstoff design market, April 25 and 26, 2026
In its spring edition, the popular market for design once again offers plenty of opportunities to get to know small brands and manufacturers from Austria and our neighboring countries. The offer is diverse and ranges from decorative objects and culinary delights to clothing, jewelry and cosmetics. | edelstoff.or.at
