Johann Strauss 2025: King of Waltz. Queen of Music

In the historic Strauss Hall – the last remaining original concert hall of the Strauss dynasty – history and music come together to create an unforgettable experience. In this very hall, where all four Strauss masters once performed, visitors can now enjoy a classical concert unlike any other. The «House of Strauss» also presents a multisensory exhibition that brings the family’s cultural legacy vividly to life. Here, Viennese music history can be experienced up close in a truly unique setting.

To celebrate the 200th anniversary of Johann Strauss II’s birth, the new «Johann Strauss Museum – New Dimensions» will open in the heart of Vienna in 2025. This immersive exhibition brings the Waltz King’s life and work to vivid expression across seven dimensions. With cutting-edge technologies and audiovisual installations, visitors step directly into Strauss’s world and gain fresh insights into his creative genius. A must-see for music lovers and culture enthusiasts alike.

The Vienna Philharmonic’s New Year’s Concert is a festive highlight at the turn of the year. Under the baton of Yannick Nézet-Séguin, the orchestra performs works by Johann Strauss and his contemporaries. The program blends joyful, spirited, and at times contemplative pieces that set the perfect tone for the year ahead. Experience the most «Viennese of all musick» – from waltzes to polkas – in the magnificent Golden Hall of the Musikverein.

Follow in the footsteps of Johann Strauss II, the Waltz King, as you explore Vienna: from the new House of Strauss to his original apartment and the famous golden monument in the Stadtpark. The Johann Strauss Walk leads you to the most significant places connected to his life and work. Along the way, discover more about his compositions, performances, and enduring cultural legacy. With the ivie app, you can enjoy an interactive tour enriched by music from the Vienna Johann Strauss Orchestra.