Ticket information

Opening hours
Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Closed 8. December
Closed from 24. December until 6. January

Due to the construction work for the new Festival Centre, the ticket office can be found at the following address until its completion:

Ticket Office:
Wiener-Philharmoniker-Gasse 3
5020 Salzburg, Austria
Tel. +43 662 8045 500
info@salzburgfestival.at

The Birth of Time and the Power of the Heart

Salzburg Festival 2026

Andy Warhol, Hand Holding Stop Watch, c. 1955, ink on Strathmore paper (50.2 x 54 cm; 1998.1.1153) The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh; Founding Collection, Contribution The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. © The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. / Bildrecht Wien, 2025

Boundaries begin to blur, ways of living and belonging are challenged and existential horizons widen. The figures on stage at the 2026 Salzburg Festival tirelessly navigate the space between themselves and others as they press toward selfdiscovery. Along the way, they unfurl a panorama of love in all its guises. Delving into the self, they pit the heart’s power against reason, and intuition and feeling against cold rationality. ‘Le coeur a ses raisons que la raison ne connaît point.’ — ‘The heart has its reasons, which reason does not know.’ (Blaise Pascal)

In Carmen, a fiercely independent woman pursues freedom in life and love, breaking with convention as radically as Saint Francis and Molière’s Alceste. — From the depths of his despair, a broken man cries out in De Profundis, Oscar Wilde’s haunting prison letter. — Mozart’s ‘scuola degli amanti’, Così fan tutte, lets loose an unusual social experiment that shatters every certainty, upends the lives of its participants and exposes startling new insights and feelings.

Salzburg Festival Whitsun 2026

For freelance artists, travel is a way of life: most of the time, when not actually rehearsing or performing, we are on the road. Or in my case, when trains run as they are supposed to, ‘on the rail’, if there is such an expression… I have also crossed the Atlantic on a ship, and enjoy using public transport and walking in well-organized cities. Today, travel is often a commodity, but travelling slowly is a luxury. Your body may move fast, but it recovers at its own pace, and your mind needs even longer to get to grips with fresh surroundings.

During Rossini’s lifetime, the speed at which people moved about increased tremendously due to modern achievements such as the railways. Being the astute man that he was, Rossini integrated some of these developments into his works from very early on. In Il viaggio a Reims, for instance, he plays with
the craze of the upper classes for travelling across Europe to the latest fashionable spa towns, often to gamble or enjoy other unseemly pleasures rather than to undergo medical treatments.

Frequently asked questions

Still have questions about tickets or looking for a specific ticket information? Frequently asked questions are answered in our FAQ section.

Kann ich Festspielkarten als Weihnachtsgeschenk erwerben?

As ticket allocation for the summer does not start until the new year, we are unfortunately unable to confirm any tickets for Christmas. However, you have the opportunity to purchase vouchers at our ticket office or online.

Kann ich mir das Jahresprogramm zusenden lassen?

Yes! Please send your postal address to info@salzburgfestival.at and you will receive the programme once published.

Kann ich einen Gutschein für eine bestimmte Vorstellung kaufen?

No, you can only buy vouchers with individually definable values at the ticket office or online. However, these do not guarantee allocation to specific performances. Vouchers can be redeemed for all available tickets for the Salzburg Festival at Whitsun and in summer.

Wie werde ich Vereinsmitglied oder Förderer?

Do you feel particularly connected to the Salzburg Festival and would you like to support us? The financial contributions of the Association of the Friends of the Salzburg Festival, made up of many loyal supporters, contribute directly to the success of our Festival. For questions about the Association "Friends of the Salzburg Festival", please contact the "Friends" office directly. Mönchsberg 1 (Lift a Toscaninihof) Monday to Friday von 9.00am - 1.00pm Phone: +43 662 8045-284 Fax: +43 662 8045-474 office@festspielfreunde.at http://www.festspielfreunde.at/english

Wo bekomme ich Informationen zu Übertragungen von Produktionen der Saison?

A list of planned radio, TV or streaming broadcasts can be found on the programme pages of the respective productions on this site: https://www.salzburgerfestspiele.at/en/broadcasts

Was passiert im Falle einer Vorstellungsabsage?

In the event of a performance cancellation, the customer will only be refunded the ticket price. After two-thirds of the planned duration, the performance is considered to have been completed. In case the performance is broken off earlier the refund is made proportionately. Further claims of the customer are excluded if the Salzburg Festival is not responsible for the reason for the cancellation of the event. The claim for the ticket refund must be stated within 3 months of the date of the cancelled performance. After that any claim expires. Please note the special regulations for the performances of the Jedermann: Since Jedermann performances on Domplatz (Cathedral Square) are openair performances, a weather risk cannot be excluded. In the event of rain or an uncertain weather situation (e.g. heavy rain or thunderstorms), the performance may be moved to the Grosses Festspielhaus. After 60 minutes, the performance is considered to have been completed; if the performance is cancelled earlier, the admission fee will be refunded on a pro rata basis. Due to the differences between the venues Domplatz and the Grosses Festspielhaus, it is not possible to guarantee a side-by-side position in the event of a performance of the Jedermann in the Grosses Festspielhaus, or to vary the position in line and spatial positioning in relation to Domplatz. Further information can be found in our terms and conditions.

Bekomme ich mein Geld zurück, wenn es zu einer Besetzungs- oder Programmänderung kommt?

Changes in the cast and programme as well as changes in the beginning times do not entitle the holder to return the tickets. If there are any changes, the Salzburg Festival will do its utmost to inform ticket purchasers as far as it is reasonably possible. However, it is the customers’ responsibility to inform themselves about any changes. The most up-to-date information can be found on our website.

Ich habe noch eine Frage

We could not answer your question? Our ticket office will be happy to help you.

Ordering vs. Buying – what’s the difference?

At the Salzburg Festival, a distinction is made between "Ordering" and "Buying" to organize ticket sales. Here's the difference:

Ordering:

Once the programme is released, tickets can be ordered.
Orders must include details such as the performance, number of tickets, and category, but exact seats cannot be chosen.
Orders are collected up to a specified deadline, after which tickets are allocated continuously until the end of March.
Up to a thousand orders a day are processed by the team of the ticket office, booked, and billed. Orders by members of the Friends of the Salzburg Festival (including club members, patrons and sponsors), which support us financially, thus helping to enable much of our programme in the first place, are processed first.
The order processing takes into account how long a customer has been attending the festival, as maintaining relationships with long-term visitors is important.
Due to high demand, not all requests can be fulfilled, and the chances of a successful allocation increase if the order is more flexible in terms of performance, date, and price categories.

Buying:

After all orders have been processed, direct sales begin. At this point, all remaining tickets are available for purchase.
During direct sales, specific seat selections are possible.
Tickets can be purchased via the website, by phone, or at the ticket office.

How do I get tickets for the Salzburg Festival?

Whitsun:

The ticket sale for Whitsun starts with the subscription sale, which has already started.
Individual tickets will be available from 19 January 2026.

Summer:

Tickets can be ordered as soon as the programme is published (04. December).
Orders will be collected until the deadline (20.01.2026) and then be processed.
Orders must be made in writing. You can place an order via the website or using the order form.
The time of the order has no influence on the processing; it is important that the order is placed before the deadline.
No seats can be selected when ordering, only sectors and the category.
Orders are no guarantee of a ticket allocation.
After the order phase, direct sales will start (the exact date will be announced).

How does the ordering procedure work?

Tickets can be ordered from 4. December 2025.

Orders will be collected until the deadline (20 January 2026) and then processed.
The time of the order has no influence on the processing; it is simply important that the order is placed before the deadline.
No seats can be selected when ordering, only sectors and the category.
Orders are no guarantee for a ticket allocation.

Start of direct sales: 27 March 2026

From 27 March 2026 you can buy tickets directly on our website.
The tickets correspond to the selected seats in the selected category.

How are tickets allocated?

Orders will be collected until the deadline (20 January 2026).
From 21 January 2026 orders will be allocated.
- All orders received by the deadline will be treated equally.
- This means that orders are not processed in the order in which they arrive.
Orders from club members, patrons, association members and subscribers are prioritised and are linked to the current membership status.
You will receive notification of the extent to which your order has been processed as requested in the end of March the latest.

Will the time I submitted my application affect my chances of a successful ticket allocation?

Orders are requested by the deadline (20 January 2026).
The time of the order has no influence on the processing
Orders received after the deadline will only be processed after all orders placed before the deadline have been filled.

Can I edit or cancel my order?

Yes, Orders can be edited or cancelled up to 20 January 2026. After this date they are binding.
Instructions can be found here

When and how will I know if my order was successful?

You will receive a written notification by the end of March at the latest:

a positive allocation in the form of an invoice
if no allocation was possible, you will receive a message by e-mail / letter no later than the end of March.

What to do if my ticket order was not successful?

Ticket availability is subject to a dynamic process and can therefore change constantly. For sold-out performances, we offer our customers the opportunity to return their already purchased tickets to the ticket office for a commissioned resale. These commission tickets are immediately up for sale. Please inform yourself about our current ticket offers.

When can I buy tickets directly?

Whitsun 2026

Subscription: as of now
Individual tickets: from 19. January 2026

Summer 2026

Direct sales will start after the order phase on 27. March 2026

When and how can I purchase or order tickets for the Salzburg Festival Whitsun?

From now on, you can book your subscriptions directly online or at the ticket office. Individual ticket sale starts on 20. January 2025. Individual ticket orders are processed from January 20, 2025 (according to availability) Please send your wirtten orders to: SALZBURGER FESTSPIELE PO Box 140 5010 Salzburg · Österreich info@salzburgfestival.at

Do I have to purchase tickets in a package?

No. All tickets can be ordered individually and purchased depending on availability. However, you have the option of purchasing thematic and chronological subscriptions for both the Summer and Whitsun Festivals depending on availability.

Are discounted tickets for children and teenagers available?

For selected performances in opera, theater, and concerts, heavily discounted youth tickets are available for everyone under 27. These can be purchased through the Ticket Gretchen app. For more information on discounted youth tickets sign up for our newsletter.

Is there a discount for holders of the ‘Kulturpass’?

The Salzburg Festival offers holders of the 'Kulturpass' the opportunity to attend selected dress rehearsals. Detailed information can be found at www.hungeraufkunstundkultur.at

Are there any cheap last-minute tickets available right before the start of a performance?

The Salzburg Festival offers no special last-minute discounts.

How can I pay the bill for my tickets?

Payments should only be made after receipt of the invoice, quoting the purpose code, and must be effected within the time indicated on the invoice. The Salzburg Festival accepts the following credit cards: Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Visa, JCB. Payment by bank transfer (charges to be paid by the purchaser), payment from the credit of the customer account, payment by vouchers as well as payment by bank card (Maestro) or cash payment on site are also possible. From three weeks before the event date, bank transfers are only possible in exceptional cases.

How do I receive my tickets?

E-tickets will be delivered free of charge by e-mail link or online at My Festival.
Printed tickets can be sent by registered mail for a fee (€ 6.– for Austria, € 7.– for Germany and € 12.– for other countries) or be picked up in the ticket office or box office. From four weeks before the first performance booked, there is only the possibility to pick up the printed tickets on site or to book them as an e-ticket.

Please let us know when placing your order or making your purchase how you would like to receive the tickets.

Where can I pick up my purchased tickets?

Tickets can be picked up at the ticket office or at the box office of the respective venue one hour before the performance starts. You will receive your tickets upon presentation of the order confirmation / invoice or a valid photo ID.

Can I return or change my booked tickets?

Ticket orders and purchases are binding in any form. Optional ticket reservations are unfortunately not possible, nor is the return or exchange of purchased or ordered tickets. Ticket returns are only possible for sold out performances for resale on commission; a 15 % commission fee (association members 10 %, patrons free of charge) applies. The Salzburg Festival does not guarantee the resale of returned tickets. If the necessary bank details are available, any return transfers will be made from the day after the respective performance date (in the case of several performances, after the day of the last performance for which tickets have been accepted for resale on commission). Further information can be found in our terms and conditions.

May I pass or sell my tickets?

Generally you can pass on your tickets. However, the purchase for commercial or trade resale, as well as the transfer of tickets is prohibited without the prior consent of the Salzburg Festival. Furthermore, it is not permitted to offer tickets to the public via Internet auctions and marketplaces as well as on the radio, in the press or in any other way. Passing on discounted tickets (in particular youth tickets, press tickets) is prohibited. Further information can be found in our terms and conditions.

Why are tickets personalized?

Tickets for the Salzburg Festival must be personalized without exception for the ticket purchaser’s own protection and to prevent unauthorized distribution. The name of the respective visitor is printed on the tickets. Only the person named on the ticket (including accompanying person(s) up to a defined maximum number – provided the group passes the admission controls together) is entitled to admission to the event after presenting a photo ID without being asked.

How can I personalize my tickets?

You can personalize your tickets online at My Festival. You can find step-by-step instructions here. Should you need any help the ticket office is happy to assist you.

I lost my tickets. What can I do?

All tickets can be downloaded at My Festival or be picked up at the ticket office at any time. Please note that only the most recently downloaded or printed tickets are the valid tickets for entry.

Festival Ticket = Bus Ticket

From 22 May until 25 May and from 17 July until 30 August 2026 your festival ticket is valid as a public transport ticket on all SVV bus and train lines in the federal state of Salzburg (SVV network area), six hours before the start of the performance until the last service.

Is there a dresscode for performances?

We look forward to welcoming you at our performances in festive and elegant evening attire.

What do I need to know about the placement at the venues?

Seats are allocated in accordance with the legal framework. The allocated seats must be strictly adhered to. However, the Salzburg Festival reserves the right to provide seats within the same category other than those listed on the ticket for organisational reasons. Instructions of the hall staff must also be followed.
Detailed information on the venues can be found at www.salzburgfestival.at/en/venues

When and where are programme booklets for the productions available for purchase?

Programme booklets for each performance are available from the day of the premiere at the Salzburg Festival Shop, as well as one hour before the performance at the venue. If you are interested in programme booklets from past performances, please contact the ticket office.

Is the Salzburg Festival wheelchair accessible?

The Salzburg Festival offers places for wheelchair users, disabled toilets and barrier-free access in all venues. Learn more about accessibility at the Salzburg Festival.

What information is important to me as a wheelchair user?

All of our venues are equipped with places for wheelchair users as well as one accompanying person. When ordering your ticket, please indicate your request for a wheelchair place as well as whether or not you require a seat for an accompanying person in your immediate vicinity. For detailed information on all wheelchair spaces in the individual venues, please visit www.salzburgerfestspiele.at/en/accessibility

Is there an induction system for the hearing impaired?

Several seats in the Felsenreitschule (middle block, rows 19 to 28), the Haus für Mozart (second rank, middle block) and the Salzburg State Theater are equipped with an induction system. Hearing aids which have this function switch to or recognize them automatically.