Osterfestspiele (Salzburg Easter Festival) is an exclusive classical music festival founded in 1967 by the legendary conductor Herbert von Karajan, held each spring in Salzburg, Austria. Over the Easter period, the festival presents world-class opera productions, symphonic concerts, and chamber music, often featuring the renowned Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra alongside celebrated soloists. Known for its artistic excellence and intimate scale, the Osterfestspiele offers a rare opportunity to experience top-tier performances in Salzburg’s historic venues, combining spiritual reflection with musical brilliance.
Start with a quick trip form. Weekend in Salzburg or an Austria route—we’ll plan opera & symphony tickets, smart performance timing, pre/post-concert dining reservations, and a walkable stay near the Festspielhaus.
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DATES & TIMES
• Festival dates: 27 March – 6 April 2026 (Holy Week through Easter Monday). Official site.
• The detailed day‑by‑day program (performance times & venues) publishes on the festival pages as updates roll out. Program 2026.
LOCATION
• Performances across Salzburg’s principal halls, including the Felsenreitschule (new Ring staging), Großes Festspielhaus and Haus für Mozart. Venues in the program.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Book online / pre‑order via the official portal; patrons & circles receive priority. Buy tickets · Ticket information 2026.
• Ticket Office: Wiener‑Philharmoniker‑Gasse 3, open weekdays; extended hours during the festival. Opening hours & contacts.
GOOD TO KNOW
• 2026 highlight: Launch of a new Ring des Nibelungen with Wagner’s Das Rheingold — Berliner Philharmoniker (resident orchestra) led by Kirill Petrenko; staging by Kirill Serebrennikov. See announcement.
• Choral/orchestral features: Additional concerts and chamber music with top artists throughout the run (program updated periodically). Browse concerts.
Tell us your dates, who’s coming, and what else you’d like to see. We’ll suggest an Austria route that includes the Osterfestspiele at the right moment, with realistic travel days and comfortable home bases.
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