Donauinselfest 2025: Lichtermeer connects Vienna and Graz in solidarity!

Donauinselfest 2025: Lichtermeer connects Vienna and Graz in solidarity!

Wien, Österreich - June 21, 2025 marks the start of the 42nd Danube Island Festival in Vienna, which was opened in bright sunshine. The festival offers free admission and is committed to respectful coexistence, which the mayor Michael Ludwig emphasized in his opening speech. At 9:58 p.m., the oceans of light shone from all 16 stages of the festival, which were intended as a sign of solidarity with the victims of the Schreckenstat in Graz. "The island shone for Graz," Ludwig commented on this gesture of the community and the cohesion. In the atmosphere of the festival, the audience was enthusiastic and celebrated the variety of artists.

The motto of this year's festival is #deinsininelechtemomente and emphasizes the inclusion, which has been an integral part of the Danube Island Festival for over 40 years. The aim of the organizers: Inside, it is to stay for all visitors: to make it brilliantly. The organizer Jörg Neumayer emphasized the importance of participation for people with disabilities, which is supported by an extensive inclusive program.

diverse program and inclusion

The Danube Island Festival is not only the largest open-air festival in Europe, but also offers a diverse daily program that presents music styles and activities for all age groups. On Festival Friday, for example, the inclusion concert “Milow for everyone-the inclusion concert Presented by Magenta” took place in the morning, which was supplemented by a live performance of PAM Eden and a digital signal avatar. DJ Artin, an visually impaired DJ, also performed on Friday, which means that inclusion was in the foreground.

The various music performances on the 16 stages included several genres, with highlights such as the appearance of Red Bull Symphonic - Johann Strauss 2025 Edition and Special Guests. In addition, program points such as sports stations of the special Olympics and movement offers for older visitors provided a wide range of activities.

services for people with disabilities

The organizer has taken numerous measures to ensure a pleasant experience for all visitors. These include:

• barrier -free platforms on various main stages.
• 14 toilet facilities for the disabled on the festival site.
• guarded parking spaces for visitors: inside with disabilities, as well as a free shuttle service.
• Magenta rest zones that offer retreats and ensure relaxation.

The shuttle service, organized by Fullaccess, is offered for visitors on all three days: inside with disabilities and offers easier access to the event areas. A buddy service supports people who come to the festival without accompaniment. These steps show that the Danube Island Festival is a place of encounter for all people through its focus on inclusion and wants to strengthen social cohesion in society.

Overall, the Danube Island Festival offers a platform that promotes respectful coexistence and invites all generations and living environments to experience unforgettable moments together. The commitment of the organizers and the diverse offers testify to the vision of creating a festival for everyone that goes beyond pure entertainment.