The most important information about the Prater Picnic

When does the Prater Picnic take place?

The Prater Picnic of the Wiener Symphoniker takes place every year on two evenings at the end of the school year, just before the summer holidays. Due to the one-time rescheduling of the Danube Island Festival this year, the Prater Picnic has been moved forward by one day and will take place on Wednesday, 1 July, and Thursday, 2 July. The concert begins at 7:30 pm on both evenings, and admission starts at 5:30 pm.

Where exactly does the Prater Picnic take place?

The concert takes place on the Kaiserwiese in front of the main entrance to the Wurstelprater - a two-minute walk from the Praterstern underground and S-Bahn station. 

What is the best way to travel?

We recommend travelling by public transport. If you are travelling by bike, you will find parking facilities at the Prater Hauptallee entrance. There is a pay-and-display car park on Ausstellungsstraße.

Admission to the Prater Picnic is free. Can I just go there?

5,000 visitors are allowed on the grounds. Admission is at 5.30pm. The first 5,000 people will be admitted to the concert area. The concert starts at 19:30.

Who can I take to the Prater Picnic?

The Prater Picnic is suitable for all age groups. Due to the limited space available, we recommend that families with small children choose baby carriers or other transport options instead of pushchairs. Dogs must stay at home.

What can I bring to the Prater Picnic?

All visitors are invited to bring their own picnic blankets and filled picnic baskets. Drinks and snacks can also be purchased on site. (Camping) chairs and other furniture as well as glasses and umbrellas are not permitted for security reasons.

What happens in case of bad weather?

The concert will also take place in unfavourable weather conditions. Please take rain protection with you to be on the safe side. We recommend rain ponchos. Umbrellas are not permitted.

What infrastructure is available on site?

As with any large public event, there are toilet containers. At the Wiener Symphonikers' merchandise stand, you can buy picnic blankets, bags, caps and more. Food and drink stalls are on hand to serve drinks and snacks.

What payment options are available?

You can pay in cash, by debit card or by credit card.

Is there an alternative to a picnic blanket for seating?

Between the Giant Ferris Wheel and Hans-Pemmer-Weg, there is an area with lounge chairs. These are intended for guests who need a place to sit. The lounge chairs are only permitted in this area and may not be removed. (Camping) chairs and other furniture are not allowed.

Is there a platform for visitors in a wheelchair?

Yes, the platform for wheelchairs is located in the centre of the Gabor-Steiner-Weg and has its own entrance.

I have found or lost something on the premises. What can I do?

Please hand in your lost property at the Prater Information Centre (at the entrance to the Giant Ferris Wheel Square). To get your lost items back, please contact the Vienna Lost Property Office on the following telephone number +43 1 4000-8091 or via e-mail at fundservice@ma48.wien.gv.at.

Will the concert be broadcast on television?

The concert on 2 July will be broadcast at 8.15 pm on ORF 2. Afterwards, the concert will be available on ORF On.