döbling, Vienna 1190
18. may - 06. June 2026
In 2026, the Calle Libre Festival is dedicated to the theme “IN EQUALITY” — a multifaceted exploration of social, cultural, economic, gender-based, and socio-political inequalities.
The title is intentionally layered with meaning. It points to inequality as a lived global reality, while simultaneously evoking “in equality” — the fundamental equality that connects us as human beings. This duality forms the conceptual core of the festival: a tension between division and unity, injustice and dignity, exclusion and belonging.
live paintings.
JAZ | 15.05.-19.05.
Krottenbachstraße 104, 1190 Wien
Tamara Alves | 18.05.-22.05.
Boschstraße 24, 1190 Wien
Virginia Bersabé | 18.05.-22.05.
Heiligenstädter Straße 79, 1190 Wien
Coins | 18.05.-20.05.
Kratzlgasse 4*, 1190 Wien
JDL | 21.05.-29.05.
Gunoldstraße 14, 1190 Wien
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events.
Festival Opening
Book Presentation / Panel Talk
May 21, 2026 | @Schlumberger Art Floor
As part of the festival opening, we will present the new book “Masters of Street Art” together with photographer Michael Harker and curator Jakob Kattner, who wrote the book’s foreword.
In addition, Nicholas Platzer will reflect on 20 years of his street art gallery Inoperable, offering insights into two decades of exhibition-making and commitment to urban contemporary art.
TANGO EN LA CALLE (LIBRE)
May 26, 2026 | Wild im West
Since 2014, the CALLE LIBRE Festival has brought colour and art to the streets of Vienna. Every year, artists transform façades and public spaces, bringing creativity into everyday urban life. And of course, celebration is part of it too. This year, tango joins the programme — and we warmly invite everyone to both the beginner’s workshop and the milonga.
What connects CALLE LIBRE and TANGO EN LA CALLE is a shared joy in diversity, artistic expression, and human connection, as well as the creation of social spaces built on respect and exchange.
We want to dance in public space — because public space is not only for transit and consumption, but also for pleasure, encounter, and cultural practices that bring people together.
Block Party
part of Vienna Pride
June 5, 2026 | Gleis 19
As part of Vienna Pride, the Calle Libre Festival invites you to the Block Party at Gleis 19, opening urban space for encounters, art, and shared visions.
A Viennese collective “A PARTY CALLED JACK” will create a music program to celebrate the district’s artworks and provide a live soundtrack to the festival.
An official partner event of Vienna Pride!
On-site, visitors can participate in workshops, like our COME BY & TRY spray workshop or print their own Ikea bag with screen printers LEAP ART.
Ikea Food Truck * Lavazza Coffee Ape * Drinks mixed Gleis19
WOrkshOps.
KULTURLABOR GEMEINDEBAU WORKSHOP
Artists: Rosa Hirzer, Nuela, Luky Vete
GREEN GRAFFITI WORKSHOP
Artists: Lio Ebenstein
URBAN (RE)DESIGN WORKSHOP
tOurs.
partners
Collaboration is our canvas. Our esteemed partners help us bring exceptional street art and innovative experiences to life. Together, we create vibrant synergies that enhance our festival and inspire our community. We are proud to partner with institutions who share our passion for creativity and cultural enrichment.
Presenting Partner
