Contemporary Art Meets History: Parallel Vienna 2025

One of Vienna's most exciting art fairs returns with new energy: Parallel Vienna 2025 opens on September 10 and once again transforms the Otto Wagner area on Baumgartner Höhe into a platform for contemporary art. Until September 14, national and international artists will occupy the vacant Art Nouveau pavilions of the historic area – a fair format that consciously sets itself apart from classic presentation forms.

Unconventional Spaces, Diverse Perspectives

Instead of sterile white-cube galleries, Parallel Vienna relies on atmospherically dense spaces with history. The vacant buildings of the Otto Wagner Hospital not only offer architecturally appealing backdrops but also encourage engagement with the past and present.

Wide Range of Artistic Formats

Over 600 artists present their works in curated segments such as "Artist Statements," "Interventions," or "Coop Statements." In addition to established names like Ju Aichinger, Olga Georgieva, or Li Jun, numerous emerging talents are also in focus. Performances, installations, and discussion formats expand the classic fair concept.

Exchange and Culinary Focus

Parallel Vienna is not only an exhibition but also a meeting space. Collectors, curators, and interested parties can engage directly with artists here. In 2025, there will be a stronger emphasis on local cuisine for the first time – including a gastronomic offering from the team behind MOCHI.

Combination Ticket with viennacontemporary

At the same time as Parallel Vienna, viennacontemporary takes place – a combination ticket allows access to both fairs. This makes Vienna once again the center of international contemporary art in September.

Parallel Vienna 2025
When: September 10 to 14, 2025
Where: Otto Wagner Area,
Baumgartnerhöhe 1, 1140 Vienna

Tickets are now available here!

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