Travelers often enjoy timing their travels with the events and festivals which are most popular in the area. This allows visitors to experience something of the local culture while also being entertained with experiences they might not otherwise have had in the area. Some of the popular local events occurring throughout the year in Salzburg include:
The Salzburg Festspiele - one of the greatest and most important music festivals in the world.. More than 5 weeks of opera, concerts, drama - something for most everyone.
- An annual bicycle marathon is enjoyed in the area by both participants and spectators of the sport. More information is available at http://www.radteam-salzburg.at/verans... .
- Christmas is widely celebrated throughout Salzburg with local markets opening up and events taking place regularly throughout the season. More information is online at http://www2.salzburg.info/veranstaltu... .
- Kontracom ( http://www.salzburg-kontra.com/) is an art and music festival favored by the edgier artists in the area.
- Rupertikirday is the annual celebration of the patron saint of Salzburg. This day-long event takes place in September each year. Additional information is available at http://guides.hotelbook.com/sisp/inde... .
- Street Theater ( http://www.kulturvereinigung.com/) is a summer theater event where the performances move off the stage and in to the heart of the city.
- Summer Scene ( http://www.sommerszene.net/) which is an annual performing arts festival enjoyed by both tourists and locals. Each season has a theme around which the events are centered.
- This is the tourist bureau link to Events and Culture information.
- Here is the link to Visit Salzburg - Traditions and Customs information.
