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Altstadtsilvester & Neujahr

Kapitelplatz transforms into an open stage for regional culture, featuring live performances ranging from big bands playing swing, pop, and rock to piano sets and traditional dance. A large LED screen broadcasts New Year fireworks from metropolises around the world alongside festive film features. Visitors can dance along to live waltz routines and watch pyrotechnic displays launched above the city.

Dec 31, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Free program on 31 December and 1 January.

Hours

31 Dec: program starts at 14:00 and runs until 01:00; listed program items include 14:00, 14:15, 14:45, 15:45, 16:00, 16:15, 17:00, 18:00, 18:05, 19:30, 20:40, 21:00, 22:00, 23:59 and 00:00. The introductory text also says the Lungau Big Band plays at 19:00. 1 Jan: program runs 11:00–18:00, with items at 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00 and 15:00.

Food & Drink

Kapitelplatz has no catering or sales booths, though selected food stands elsewhere in the market are open until 01:00.

Parking

Parking is available in city car parks and short-stay zones; direct vehicle access to the event area is not possible. Park-and-ride is available at Alpenstraße, with buses into the city.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Live-music fans and new year’s eve celebrants

Vibe

Lively and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Kapitelplatz has no catering or sales booths, so bring refreshments from surrounding market areas; selected market food stands stay open until 01:00.
  • Use public garages or Park and Ride rather than driving directly to Kapitelplatz, where direct vehicle access is unavailable.
  • From Salzburg’s main station, take trolleybus 3, 5, or 6 to Rathaus, then walk into the old town.
  • Dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes for an outdoor program with live performances, dancing, and midnight fireworks.
  • Arrive early on 31 December to catch the 14:00 Sydney fireworks broadcast and 15:45 children’s fireworks.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free program on December 31 and January 1.
  • The Lungau Big Band performs with Sara de Blue and Florian Braun on December 31.
  • The Lungau Big Band performs with the Cover Girls on January 1.
  • Robert Rias performs a concert on December 31 and a New Year’s concert on January 1.
  • The Schnalzergruppe Abtenau performs on December 31.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the program suitable for families?

The program is for locals and visitors, with no age limit stated. New Year’s Eve includes a children’s fireworks display, and New Year’s Day features a public New Year’s waltz.

Can visitors buy food or drinks at Kapitelplatz?

The Kapitelplatz event area is free of food-service and sales stands.

Is the program free to attend?

Yes, the program on December 31 and January 1 is free.

What is different about New Year’s Day?

January 1 has its own program of performances, including the New Year’s waltz with Danceteam Emotion and Florian Gschaider, followed by music from 6er Gsponn, Robert Rias, the Dixie Band, and Lungau Big Band with Cover Girls.

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