The Vienna Opera Summer returns on July 1, 2026, with Carmen.

Events & Tickets

Unique in Vienna

Twelve Opera Performances

English Subtitles

Spectacular Stage Setting

International Star Cast

Vienna Chamber Orchestra

Open-Air
Arena

VIP
Package

Selected Gastronomy

Schedule

Location: Opera arena at Heumarkt
Lothringerstr. 22, 1030 Vienna

Beginn: 19:45 h
Entrance & Gastronomy: from 18:00 h
End: 23:00 h

Premiere: WEDNESDAY, July 1, 2026
Alternative premiere date (only in case of extreme weather conditions on July 1): Thursday, July 2, 2026 (tickets for July 1 remain valid).
ALL DATES IN 2026

Wed. 01.07.
Fri. 03.07.
Sat. 04.07.
Tue. 07.07.
Wed. 08.07.
Thu. 09.07.
Fri. 10.07.
Sat. 11.07.
Wed. 15.07.
Thu. 16.07.
Fri. 17.07.
Sat. 18.07.

Performances generally take place even in inclement weather. In the event of a performance being canceled due to severe weather, tickets can be rebooked free of charge to another performance date (if reservations allow), or you can receive a refund. There are separate rules for premiere tickets (alternative dates).

Seating Plan

Seating arrangement
We have taken your valuable feedback on the seating arrangement into account. In 2026, all seats (except for the VIP area with tables) will be staggered to guarantee you an even better view of the stage!
Stage location
The centerpiece of the area, our stage, designed by Manfred Waba, is centrally located in front of the Vienna Konzerthaus, shown in the center of the seating plan. The innovative stage design integrates the natural beauty and architecture of the Heumarkt and frames all four sides of the area, creating a unique opera arena.

VIP-PACKAGES

EXPERIENCE OPERA IN ITS MOST MAGNIFICENT FORM

When purchasing a VIP ticket, you can choose your seat in the first four rows. Not only will you enjoy an unbeatable view of the stage, but also extra comfort and more legroom (VIP+ only).

Before the performance and during the intermission, you will have exclusive access to our VIP bar area, where you can enjoy selected drinks and food without having to wait.

Conductor and artistic director of the Vienna Opera Summer, Joji Hattori, will come to the VIP area during the interval and is looking forward to talking to you.

Included in the VIP package:

HELPING ACTION MAKES YOU STRONG!

Opera Summer 2025 is a partner of Volkshilfe Wien

The Wiener Opernsommer is pleased to announce its partnership with Volkshilfe Wien . Members of Volkshilfe Wien will be provided with a contingent of seats in the various seating categories free of charge in 2025. These tickets will be offered to Volkshilfe Wien members on a first come, first served basis.

By becoming a member of Volkshilfe Wien, you support its activities. Your contribution helps to maintain and continuously expand services. In this way, the needs of those people in Vienna who need our support the most can be specifically addressed

Become a member now with just one click - helping makes you strong!

Discounts

  • Spaces are provided for wheelchair users, which can be booked when purchasing tickets online.

  • Persons with a degree of disability of 50% or more receive a 50% discount on ticket purchases upon presentation of their disability pass. This applies to all performances on regular sale (in categories A-E).

    • To book discounted tickets online, you need to register once at tickets.opernsommer.at (create a customer account). Please then send a copy of your disabled pass to tickets@opernsommer.at. Once you have registered, you can also purchase discounted tickets in our online ticket store.
    • If an accompanying person is listed on your disability pass, you can also book a ticket for them with a 50% discount.

  • Pupils, students (up to the age of 27) & apprentices receive -30% off the ticket price in categories A-E.

Subsequent consideration of various discounts (after tickets have been purchased) is not possible. The discounts are valid until further notice and the number of discounted tickets is limited.

Prices

  • VIP-Plus
    VIP-Plus € 269,--
  • VIP
    VIP € 249,--
  • Category A-PLUS € 159,--
  • Category A € 139,--
  • Category B € 119,--
  • Category C € 99,--
  • Category D € 79,--
  • Category E € 59,--

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