Aperol brings live music to the Film Festival at Vienna's Rathausplatz

For the 35th anniversary of the Film Festival at Vienna's Rathausplatz, the event series receives a musical update: With the new format "FILM FESTIVAL SOUNDS presented by Aperol," Aperol expands the cultural offering with DJ sets and live concerts. From June 28 to August 28, 2025, both emerging Austrian artists and the German pop musician KAMRAD will perform in the heart of Vienna.

Live Music Meets Culinary and Cinema

The traditional open-air festival attracts up to 750,000 visitors annually to the Rathausplatz. In addition to film screenings and international cuisine, the new music program now also offers musical impulses: On the newly created Aperol Spritz Piazza, DJs and emerging artists perform from Thursday to Saturday evenings. The program is complemented by an after-work atmosphere under the open sky – including DJ sets from Radio ENERGY Austria.

"We believe in music as a unifying force," says Camilla Cisterna, Marketing Director of Campari Austria. Aperol wants to "make a cultural contribution to Austria" with the new music format.

KAMRAD as International Guest Act

A special highlight of the program is the live concert by KAMRAD on July 24. The German singer-songwriter, known for his song "I Believe" and his role as a judge on "The Voice of Germany," will perform at 7 PM with free admission on the main stage. "An Aperol Spritz at sunset has the same vibe for me as music: lightness, community, and a special moment in the now," said KAMRAD in a press release.

Stage for Emerging Musical Talent

In addition to the main stage, Aperol, together with oeticket, presents the program "Rising Music Talents." Every Thursday, except on July 24th, young Austrian artists will showcase their music on the Piazza. Among them are the duo "Zug nach Wien," Slay-Pop artist Sovie, and Indie-Pop act NNOA. The aim is to provide a broad stage for young voices, says Christoph Klingler from Eventim Austria.

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