Parallel Vienna: The Annual alternative Art Fair in Austria

Parallel Vienna: will take place at the Otto Wagner Areal, located at Baumgartnerhöhe. From September 10 to September 14, 2025

🎡 Parallel Vienna 2025: A Walkthrough with Munchies Art Club

Where art meets chaos, charisma, and curated discovery

Parallel Vienna returns to the Otto Wagner Areal — and so do we. For the second time, Munchies Art Club steps into the buzzing maze of studios, booths, and stairwells to spotlight what matters: not just who's there, but why it’s worth your time.

parallel Vienna 2025 — Parallel Vienna -> Ottawa Wagner Areal-> Photo by Quentin Schulz / Unsplash

From gallery statements that hit hard to artists who quietly steal the show, we’re guiding you through the good, the strange, and the standout. Expect food, friction, and a few unexpected favorites. Let’s walk.

September 10 to September 14, 2025 Save the Date

This was Parallel Vienna 2024:

Parallel Vienna 2024 , the contemporary art fair, takes place at the Otto Wagner Areal Vienna ( 14th district) from 11.09. - 15.09.2024, for the second time, presenting a cross-section of contemporary art as an alternative major event.

Parallel Vienna 2024 will transform vacant Art Nouveau pavilions ash the Otto Wagner Areal into a contemporary art showcase.

This event highlights young, emerging, and established artists, merging Austrian and international art initiatives including galleries, project spaces, and artist collectives.

For the first time, the fair will feature performances and music in the Otto-Wagner-Areal theater.

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A new food truck area will enhance the experience. The fair's unique setting among historic pavilions and nature fosters networking and exchange among artists, curators, collectors, and visitors, while also addressing the site's history during the Nazi era.

The Essence of Parallel Vienna

Overview

Parallel Vienna distinguishes itself through its innovative use of distinctive venues, continually repurposing vacant and historical buildings as exhibition spaces.

This approach not only breathes new life into these structures but also provides a unique and dynamic backdrop that goes beyond traditional white-walled galleries, enhancing the experience of viewing contemporary artworks.

PARALLEL VIENNA at Munchies Art Club Magazine

From the Otto Wagner Areal at Baumgartner Höhe to the Semmelweis Clinic Währing, and Zollamt to various other extraordinary locations, the team at Parallel Vienna utilizes these intriguing spaces to create compelling settings that elevate the artworks.

PARALLEL VIENNA 2023 - Every year we visit the PARALLEL VIENNA Art Fair and discover promising Artists

Additionally, Parallel Vienna features noteworthy side projects such as Parallel Sculpture Park and Parallel Editions, further expanding its cultural impact and artistic reach.

**Parallel Vienna 2024:** Returning for the Second Time to the Otto Wagner Areal, Baumgartner Höhe, Vienna | Image Courtesy of Press Parallel

What is Parallel Vienna?

Parallel Vienna is an annual art fair that has revolutionized the art scene in Vienna since its inception in 2013.

This event transforms vacant and unconventional spaces into vibrant art venues, providing a platform for both established and emerging contemporary artists.

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Parallel Vienna brings together a diverse range of art initiatives, including art associations, galleries, project spaces, off-spaces, and artist spaces, from Austria and around the world.

Das PARALLEL VIENNA Team:

Selection of Artworks, Installations, Project Statements, and Artist Statements from Parallel Vienna Curated Over the Past Few Years

This unique fair aims to connect local artistic creation with international trends, fostering networks and promoting exchange between artists, curators, collectors, and exhibition visitors.

Artists are on location, allowing you to chat with them, discuss their art practice, and dive deeper into the world of tomorrow's artists. You can even purchase directly from these emerging talents.

**Parallel Vienna 2022**: Project Space – Artworks and Installations – Left: Hannah Neckel + Lea Neckel; Right: Hanakam and Schuller (Gallery Krinzinger) with a Light Installation | Image Courtesy of Parallel Vienna

parallel vienna, 2023 — **Parallel Vienna**: Institutions like Kunsthalle Graz presented Beate Gatschhofer with a Solo Presentation in 2023 | Image Courtesy of Munchies Art Club

Munchies Art Club has featured many of these artists online, offering a platform to discover and revisit their exciting talents. Highlighted are exciting artists who have participated in Parallel Vienna, underscoring the vibrant and emerging art scene.

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This article serves as an evergreen guide to Parallel Vienna, updated annually with the latest highlights and developments.

What to Expect at Parallel Vienna 2024

Venue and Location:

Parallel Vienna 2024 promises to deliver a series of captivating special exhibitions and installations that will engage visitors in new and exciting ways.

Parallel 2023 -> Painting Rade Petrasevic Büro Weltausstellung | Image Courtesy by Munchies Art Club

Concept and Program

The concept of the fair combines galleries, project and artist statements with institutions. An extended range of performative and culinary offerings will be provided, including live acts and performances, such as those in the Art Nouveau Theater at the Otto Wagner site.

These exhibitions are designed to showcase both emerging and established artistic practices, often presented in unconventional spaces, which is a hallmark of the fair.

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PARALLEL VIENNA: grow every year and last year the stats art the biggest, a facts overview: and Exhibitors and Artists: + 600 Artists in total + 30 Artist Statements + 50 + Gallery Statements + 50 Project Statements +10 Institutions + 7 Special Shows10 + Interventions + 7 Special Shows + 25 Partners

Artist Statements ( Solo Presentations Emerging and Mid Career Artists:

This is a curated section which includes artist with one room each in the building in every artist expression possible and technic to showcase there work in a solo presentation.

Munchies Art Club Focus on Artist Statements at Parallel every year to discover new Faces in Contemporary Art

Munchies Art Club highlights contemporary artists, featuring works from different years by talents such as Karo Kuchar, Ernst Koslitsch, Zweintopf, Carlos Vergara, Christian Rothwangl, and Maximiliano Leon to name a few.

Previous Years at Parallel Vienna

Parallel Vienna 2023

2024 Review: Parallel Vienna 2024 again at Otto Wagner Areal

Fresh new faces in Contemporary Art - Parallel Vienna

2023 Review: Otto Wagner Areal, Baumgartner Höhe, Vienna

Parallel Vienna 2023 was held at the Otto Wagner Areal, Baumgartner Höhe, providing a unique historical backdrop for contemporary artworks.

Read our full review of Parallel Vienna 2023 here.

**Maria Szakats** on the left with her brilliant tapestry, **Maximiliano Leon** in the middle, a talented long-time artist we have featured with his solo presentation last year, and on the right, our newest discovery, **Carlos Vergara**, with his Artist Statement "Room of Separation."

Parallel Vienna 2022

2022 Review: At Semmelweis Clink, Währing (Second time)
In 2022, Parallel Vienna took place in the repurposed former women's hospital, featuring diverse artworks and interactive installations.

Parallel Vienna 2021

2021 Review: At Semmelweis Clink, Währing
The 2021 event transformed a historic women's clinic into an art venue, showcasing a blend of modern and historical art. Read our full review of Parallel Vienna 2021 here.

Previous Parallel Vienna Review ( 2021) - Review

Artists and Artworks which we discovered from 2021 and showcased them on Munchies Art Club Magazine:

Planning Your Visit

Vienna has an excellent public transport system, making it easy to organize your trip to the fair.

Please note, dogs are not allowed in the area.

We recommend buying tickets online directly from the Parallel Vienna website.

Highglights for Visitors:

Opening and Closing Parties: Celebrate with artists, collectors, and art lovers at the legendary preview and after-parties.
Food and Gastronomy: Enjoy a variety of culinary delights.
2024 Special Features: Performances and theatre productions.
Special Events: Exhibitions, installations, and more.

Conclusion: Parallel Vienna: A Must-Visit for Art Enthusiasts

Parallel Vienna offers a unique blend of contemporary art in historic and unconventional settings, making it an essential event for art lovers.

This evergreen article serves as a comprehensive and continually updated resource for anyone interested in Vienna’s vibrant art scene.

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Updated annually, it provides the latest information about Parallel Vienna. Check back regularly for new insights, or stay in the loop by subscribing to our newsletter.

Additional Informations and Art in Vienna 2024

Exploring Vienna:

Take advantage of your visit to explore Vienna’s rich cultural offerings, including museums, galleries, and historical sites.

The Start of the Fall/Winter Art Season:

Parallel Vienna marks the strong beginning of the contemporary art season in fall. Simultaneously, Vienna Contemporary and the Curated by gallery festival take place, enriching the city's art scene.

Curated by Vienna - Gallery Festival 2024

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Open Call 2024:

For the past three years, our team (Munchies Art Club) has visited artists and Galleries, exploring the vibrant world of contemporary art at the Parallel Vienna.

We invite artists for in-depth articles about their work and practice, supporting young and mid-career talents. Our platform highlights galleries, installations, and special artworks that capture our attention on the Parallel Vienna Art Fair.

Open Call: Are you an Artist, Gallery or an Institution and participating in this year's Parallel Vienna art fair? Write to us or join the conversation below in the comments!

Parallel Vienna: The Annual Convergence of Contemporary Art Fair in Austria

🎡 Parallel Vienna 2025: A Walkthrough with Munchies Art Club

This was Parallel Vienna 2024: