Public Viewing in Salzburg

Football and Sports Public Viewings in Salzburg

Selected sports events are shown live at a number of pubs and bars in Salzburg, with football matches especially popular. As some events can draw large crowds, we recommend booking a table in advance whenever possible. We’ve put together a selection of bars and restaurants that regularly show live sports or host public viewings for major football events. Please check the respective venue’s website in advance to find out which matches will be shown.

Culture and Cinema Public Viewings

Every summer, Salzburg offers culture fans a special public-viewing event: the Siemens Fest>Spiel>Nächte. Held at Kapitelplatz, the event series features free screenings of operas and concerts from the Salzburg Festival on a large outdoor screen. Some are live broadcasts of current productions, while recordings of past performances are also shown. There is also a dedicated program for children each year. During the summer, Salzburg also hosts a range of open-air cinema events.

That Was the 2026 UEFA Super Cup

In August 2026, Salzburg hosted the UEFA Super Cup for the first time, complete with a major public viewing at Residenzplatz in the Old Town. The match itself was played at Red Bull Arena Salzburg. Ahead of the game, fans could get into the spirit at a free two-day football festival in the Old Town. The varied program against Salzburg’s historic backdrop included live music, a public viewing and food stalls at Residenzplatz. From a Beatles cover band to an autograph session with tennis player and UEFA ambassador Dominic Thiem, there was also plenty to enjoy for visitors who were less interested in football.

FAQ

Which pubs and restaurants in Salzburg regularly host public viewings?

We’ve put together a selection of restaurants that regularly host public viewings here. Please check the respective venue’s website or contact the restaurant directly to find out which events are being shown.

Are there any large public-viewing events in Salzburg?

In the past, major football events such as the FIFA World Cup or the UEFA Super Cup in Salzburg have been accompanied by larger public-viewing events. Selected major football tournaments are also shown at public viewings in Red Bull Arena. As public viewings are often announced at short notice, we recommend checking current dates and events in advance.

What cinema and culture public viewings are there in Salzburg?

One annual highlight for public-viewing fans is the Siemens Fest>Spiel>Nächte at Kapitelplatz. With free admission, visitors can watch live broadcasts from the Salzburg Festival as well as recordings of past productions. Salzburg also regularly hosts open-air cinema events during the summer.