Klagenfurt Festival 2025 opened: A festival of culture and encounters!

Klagenfurt Festival 2025 opened: A festival of culture and encounters!

Klagenfurt, Österreich - The "Klagenfurt Festival 2025" was officially opened and invites you to a varied program in the state capital until June 13, 2025. On the first day, May 23, the band appeared with their new album and gave the audience an energetic start. The mayor of Klagenfurt, Christian Scheider, emphasizes the cultural importance of the festival and thanks the festival director Bernd Liepold-Mosser and his committed team for the organization.

The festival has established itself as a fixture in the cultural calendar in recent years, which is reflected in quickly sold -out events. Former festival guests such as Philipp Hochmair and Ben Becker are also on stage, which underlines the high level and the variety of performances offered. "It is important to us to create encounters in public space," emphasizes City Councilor Franz Petritz.

diverse program

The extensive program includes numerous artists and groups. Anja Plaschg (Soap and Skin) and an indie swing band will appear on May 24th. A reading by Benjamin von Stuckrad-Barre is planned for May 25th, where he "still awake?" presented. Topics such as abuse of power and the #Metoo movement are in focus here.

On May 26, visitors can expect the "Tiger Lillies", a Gypsy-Punk variety band, which already ensures anticipation with their new show "The Last Days of Mankind". Coco Rosie will also enter the stage with her unique style and beatboxer Tez on May 27th.

economic importance

The economic relevance of the festival for the city center should not be underestimated. "The festival is an important part of the event program for locals and guests," says City Councilor Max Habenicht. These cultural events not only promote the encounter within the city, but also attract tourists, which contributes to the revitalization of the local economy.

The event also offers a platform for a wide range of artistic forms of expression. On the following days, programs such as dance performances, cabaret performances and literary readings are planned, all of which will contribute to an incomparable artistic experience in Klagenfurt.

The entire list of the program and more precise information about the artists can be on the pages Click Carinthia and Klagenfurt Festival . Further details about cultural highlights in Klagenfurt can be found on Visit Klagenfurt