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Winter at the MQ

Concerts, DJ sets, charity punch, and more!

Illuminated historic building at night with large crowd and festive decorations in front
© MuseumsQuartier Wien, Foto: Thomas Meyer


MQ Main Courtyard

Free admission

During the winter months, the MuseumsQuartier transforms into a truly special place: in a wintry atmosphere, artistic inspiration blends with social interaction and enjoyment. Through December 23, 2026, visitors can enjoy a festive atmosphere featuring concerts, live DJ sets, the MQ curling rink, and the Winter Race, as well as punch and winter snacks.

General operating hours from November 13 to December 23, 2026:

Mon. – Fri., 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Sat., Sun., and holidays, 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Program

Winter Race by Martin Markeli

Four remote-controlled cars driving on a sandy race track with small flags and obstacles, two people watching in the foreground
© MuseumsQuartier Wien, Foto: Matthias Heschl

Attention, motorsports fans of all ages: On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, a miniature car race takes place in the MQ’s main courtyard—an event that delights young and old alike and makes children’s eyes light up.

Hours:
Every Saturday, Sunday, and holiday from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

MQ Tunes

Crowd at a nighttime outdoor concert with illuminated stage setup and decorations in a courtyard
© MuseumsQuartier Wien, Foto: Thomas Meyer

Winter Sounds, DJ sets, and special live performances make the MQ a hotspot for music lovers during the pre-Christmas season. Every Wednesday starting at 6:30 p.m., “MQ Tunes” creates a lively atmosphere in the main courtyard, while DJs spin live sets twice a week.

Program:

Nov. 18: Belle Fin
Nov. 25: Mwita Mataro (+band)
Dec. 2: soulparlez
Dec. 9: Skofi
Dec. 16: RUHMER

Curling Rink

Curling rink, winter at the MQ. People playing curling. One person enthusiastically throws a curling stone onto the curling rink in the MQ courtyard, watched by a crowd wrapped up in winter coats.
MuseumsQuartier Wien © Foto: Thomas Meyer

The MQ curling rink, which is open Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and on weekends and holidays from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., offers a unique experience. Visitors can put their skills to the test on two lanes.

Duration: November 12, 2026, through January 6, 2027

Hours through Dec. 23:
Mon.–Fri. 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
; Sat., Sun., and holidays 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Hours of operation from December 24 through January 6:
Closed
December 24 and 25; December 26 through January 6, daily from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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MQ Main Courtyard

3D model of a building complex with a marked point at Hof 1 (Main Courtyard).
© MuseumsQuartier Wien