Imperial Gala Concert

Experience the Imperial Gala Concert at Vienna’s Palais Auersperg Step back in time to imperial Vienna with the Imperial Gala Concert and enjoy a true “best-of” experience featuring the finest works by Mozart, the Waltz King Johann Strauss, Vivaldi, and many others – all performed in the historic Palais Auersperg.
This Baroque jewel, located in the heart of the city, once hosted legendary composers such as Mozart and Strauss. Today, it remains the exclusive venue for this special concert series.
The event offers a complete cultural experience, combining world-class music with optional fine dining in a breathtaking, centuries-old setting.

Times:

Imperial Gala Concert: 19:30 – 21:00
Imperial Gala Dinner & Concert: 17:45 – 21:00

The performance lasts approximately 90 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission. A charming, witty, and knowledgeable English-speaking host guides the audience through the
evening. In addition to the orchestra, internationally acclaimed sopranos, pianists, and the Vienna Royal Ballet perform, presenting exclusive choreographies set to the music.
The Orchestra: A Hand-Picked Ensemble of Soloists The masterpieces are performed by the soloists of the Wiener Mozart Orchester, a meticulously selected ensemble representing Vienna’s musical elite. With their virtuosity, the unmistakable “Viennese sound,” and their spirited interpretations, they bring the essence of Viennese Classicism to life. Their exclusive line-up, appearing only at Palais Auersperg, ensures every concert is an extraordinary experience.
Enhance Your Experience with Dinner For a complete evening, guests may book the Dinner & Concert package. The festive dinner is served before the concert and features a specially curated four-course menu of Austrian specialties. Guests may choose from a classic, vegetarian, or children’s menu. Vegan, gluten- free, or other special dietary options are available upon request.
 

Important Information
Location: Palais Auersperg, Auerspergstraße 1, 1080 Vienna
Duration: The concert lasts approx. 1.5 hours. The Dinner & Concert package lasts around 3 hours in total.
Dress Code: Elegant, occasion-appropriate attire is recommended (no strict dress code).
Accessibility: As a protected historic building, Palais Auersperg does not have an elevator.
Tickets: Discounted tickets are available for youth aged 5–18 and students up to 27 years.
Children under 5 are not admitted.

Menu for the Optional Dinner Package
Classic Menu
Cover: Oven-fresh organic bread with salted butter and a variety of fine spreads
– the perfect start to an indulgent evening
Starter: Clear beef broth with delicate pancake strips
– a refined overture to Viennese cuisine
Main Course: Tender roast pork with fluffy bread dumplings, fine sauerkraut, and aromatic
gravy
– a composition of truly classic flavors
Dessert: Viennese poppy seed noodles with melted butter and a hint of sugar

– the sweet finale
 

Vegetarian Menu
Cover: Oven-fresh organic bread with salted butter and a variety of fine spreads
– the perfect start to an indulgent evening
Starter: Velvety, creamy potato soup
– a gentle prelude to the courses ahead
Main Course: Homemade cheese spaetzle with golden-brown crispy onions
– hearty and harmonious like a well-tuned orchestra
Dessert: Viennese poppy seed noodles with melted butter and a hint of sugar
– the sweet finale
Children’s Menu – and for the Young at Heart
Cover: Oven-fresh organic bread with salted butter and a variety of fine spreads
– the perfect opening for little and grown-up gourmets
Starter: Pasta with fruity tomato sauce
– simple yet full of melody
Main Course: Crispy golden chicken schnitzel with potato salad
– a timeless classic
Dessert: Viennese poppy seed noodles with melted butter and a hint of sugar
– the sweet finale

Program and cast

The Concert and Its Program
The Imperial Gala Concert presents a “best-of” program of classical music, showcasing timeless masterpieces from the golden age of Viennese music. Each selection is carefully chosen from works by iconic composers closely connected to Palais Auersperg:
-Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Delight in pieces such as Eine kleine Nachtmusik and the renowned “Queen of the Night” aria from The Magic Flute. In 1786, Mozart personally conducted the Viennese premiere of his opera Idomeneo right here at Palais Auersperg.
-Johann Strauss II: Known as the “Waltz King,” Strauss performed regularly at Palais Auersperg. The concert celebrates his lively spirit with waltzes, polkas, and marches including The Blue Danube, the Emperor Waltz, the Radetzky March, and more.
-Antonio Vivaldi: Enjoy highlights from the Baroque master’s most famous work, The Four Seasons.
-Other Masters: The program is rounded out with musical gems by Johann Pachelbel, Franz Lehár, and other great composers, turning the evening into a truly unique musical journey through time.