Good news for fans of the Christmas market at Maria-Theresien-Platz in Vienna

There is expected to be a Christmas market again next year at Vienna's Maria-Theresien-Platz. This was announced by the Burghauptmannschaft on Friday. This year, there is no Christmas village to be found there. In 2026, construction work is also planned at the adjacent museums. Since it is still unclear how these will affect the use of the square in the coming years, interested parties are initially being sought for just one season.

No Christmas Market at Maria-Theresien-Platz This Year

"Due to intended construction measures and the associated planning uncertainty, a long-term determination as a possible event location in the coming years is not possible," it was stated in the release. The museums, namely the Kunsthistorisches and the Naturhistorisches Museum, want to create barrier-free access next year. However, they still want to create the conditions for an attractive offer, it was emphasized.

Therefore, at least part of the square will be rented out from November to December. "The current situation of a lack of use of Maria-Theresien-Platz over the Christmas period is not satisfactory for us. From next year, the opportunity should therefore be given again to implement appropriate projects," explained Burghauptmann Reinhold Sahl. The tender will initially be issued only for one season in the future.

"We see a great opportunity in the annual search for interested parties: It opens up space for new ideas and fresh impulses year after year. Maria-Theresien-Platz is a special place, and we warmly invite all interested parties to contribute to the diversity and vibrancy of this historic square," he noted. Further information on the search for interested parties will be published from January 2026.

Area in Vienna's City Center Also Known as "Zwidemu"

Content restrictions for the use of the square are deliberately kept to a minimum, it is emphasized. However, respectful handling of the listed surroundings and compliance with any necessary official requirements are expected.

The square is also a popular meeting place outside the Christmas season, especially among young people. The area is also called "Zwidemu," which stands for "Between the Museums."

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