Vienna Design Week 2026
About This Event
Vienna Design Week is Austria's most important multidisciplinary curated design festival, and 2026 marks its 20th anniversary edition. Over 10 days, approximately 200 events across 50+ locations explore the intersection of design with craft, technology, social innovation, and urban culture. The festival is known for its strong curatorial vision, mixing established names with emerging talent. Past highlights include the popular "Passionswege" series, which pairs designers with traditional Viennese craft workshops.
Who It's For
Open to everyone. Designers, architects, students, and the general public. Most events are free admission.
Dates & Opening Hours
25 September - 4 October 2026. Events run daily across the city, typically 10:00am to 8:00pm.
Getting There
Tickets & Registration
Mostly free. Most events are free admission with no registration required. Some workshops and special events may be ticketed. Check individual listings at viennadesignweek.at.
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