# Austria Celebrates National Day 2026 in Vienna

October 26, 2026 at 09:46 AM

> President Van der Bellen leads wreath-laying and military ceremonies at Heldenplatz to mark the 71st anniversary of Austrian neutrality.

National Day celebrations began Monday with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Outer Castle Gate crypt on **Vienna**'s **Heldenplatz**. Federal President **Alexander Van der Bellen** and the Federal Government honored deceased soldiers and resistance victims at the site.

The event marks the 71st anniversary of Austrian neutrality. The day features a performance show by the Armed Forces, a Eurofighter flyover, and a parachute jump. Additionally, 1,200 recruits are being sworn in during a large ceremony at Heldenplatz today.

Public institutions, including Parliament and the **Federal Chancellery**, are hosting open house days. Political events include an FPÖ Neutrality Festival and a Green Party discussion. The President will conclude the day with a televised address this evening.

**Austrian Armed Forces**

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