✅ Austrian Calendar — One-Page
Overview
Austria observes a rich mix of public holidays, Catholic
religious traditions, cultural celebrations, and international
observances. This month includes several important national and cultural
dates.
✅ Events & Holiday Categories
(Austria — November)
(Covers all 7 types.)
1. Public Holidays
All Saints’ Day (Allerheiligen) — 1 November
Nationwide public holiday honoring all saints in Christian
tradition.
2. International Days
Recognized globally and often noted by Austrian
organizations:
- International
Men’s Day — 19 November
- Children’s
Rights Day — 20 November
(Not official Austrian holidays.)
3. Religious Days
Austria is predominantly Catholic, so November includes
important observances:
All Souls’ Day (Allerseelen) — 2 November
A day of remembrance, with visits to cemeteries and prayers
for the departed.
St. Martin’s Day (Martinstag) — 11 November
Widely celebrated with lantern processions (Laternenumzüge),
church activities, and traditional “Martin’s goose” dinners.
4. Cultural Events
Christmas Markets Open (approx.) — Around 28 November
Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Graz and other cities begin
Christmas markets (“Christkindlmärkte”), attracting millions of visitors.
5. Historical Events
While not a holiday, November marks:
- Historical
remembrance linked to St. Martin’s Day, a traditional feast with
regional significance.
6. Awareness Days
Commonly observed public-awareness themes:
- Men's
health campaigns (Movember)
- Children’s
Rights discussions in schools and NGOs
7. Special Family Days
Although not official holidays, many Austrian families:
- Visit
cemeteries together for All Saints’ & All Souls’
- Join
lantern walks with children on St. Martin’s Day