Austria — Events
Vienna City Marathon
April 17, 2012
Runners in the popular Vienna City Marathon follow a 42km (26.25 mile) course through the heart of the city, taking in many of its famous historic sites. Considered to be one of the most picturesque marathon courses in the world, the event always attracts thousands of applications from runners from all over the world. The race begins outside the UN Building in the new part of the town and follows a course over the Reichsbrucke bridge taking runners over the famous Danube river.
World Bodypainting Festival
June 27, 2012 - July 3, 2012
Artists from over 40 countries come together to create their art on the moving canvases of human bodies. The beautiful mountain and lake backdrop adds to this visual feast, which is attended by over 25,000 people. There are a number of different contests (including a night-time competition designed to showcase stunning UV effects), workshops, audience participation, music, and a massive fireworks display.
Chamber Concerts at the International Mozarteum Foundation
July 1, 2012 - August 31, 2012
Hosted by this prestigious organization, the Chamber Concerts at the International Mozarteum Foundation presents a performance program that includes chamber concerts and a ‘Young Artists’ concert cycle. Audiences are given the opportunity to experience a range of different performances ranging from outstanding soloists to rousing group orchestral performances.
