We create opportunities and bring people together through moments that last.
The Linz Event Organisation (LIVA) is one of Austria’s leading cultural and sporting institutions. For more than five decades, it has been creating spaces for extraordinary experiences, inspiring encounters and community spirit on behalf of the City of Linz. Through its venues, festivals and sports facilities, it offers experiences that extend far beyond the borders of Upper Austria and bring together people of all generations and interests.
LIVA brings together the internationally renowned Brucknerhaus Linz, the Posthof – Zeitkultur am Hafen, the KuddelMuddel Children’s Cultural Centre, the TipsArena and the LIVA Sportparks. Together, they stand for the highest quality, artistic diversity and a passion for sport – ranging from classical music, contemporary culture, pop, jazz and literature to international sporting events and activities for the general public.
Through events such as the Brucknerfest Linz, the Klangwolken, the Ahoi! Pop Festival and the Oberbank Linz Danube Marathon, LIVA has a lasting impact on the city’s cultural and social life and raises Linz’s profile as a city of culture and sport far beyond Austria’s borders.
In this regard, LIVA sees itself not only as an organiser, but also as a driving force for an open urban society. It promotes excellence in the arts and sport as well as young talent, provides people of all ages with access to culture and physical activity, and creates spaces where people can come together, be creative and share experiences.
A home for music. A place where people come together. A landmark on the Danube.
Situated directly on the banks of the Danube, nestled within the extensive Donaupark and just a few steps from Linz city centre, the Brucknerhaus Linz ranks among Europe’s most significant concert halls. Its timeless architecture, exceptional acoustics and an artistic programme of the highest calibre have made it an unmistakable venue for music ever since its opening in 1974.
The building was designed by the Finnish architects Heikki and Kaija Siren, whose clean, Scandinavian-inspired architectural style continues to define the venue’s distinctive atmosphere to this day. The harmonious blend of architecture, landscape and music gives the Brucknerhaus its unique identity.
Opened by the Vienna Philharmonic under Herbert von Karajan, the venue has become an international hub for classical music. World-famous orchestras, outstanding conductors, and renowned soloists and ensembles have shaped the concert scene here for decades.
As the artistic heart of the Brucknerfest Linz, the Brucknerhaus combines a rich musical tradition with innovative concert formats and fresh artistic perspectives. At the same time, it sees itself as a venue open to everyone: alongside its internationally acclaimed classical programme, the season is enriched by jazz, world music, literature, music education and numerous events for children, young people and families. Guest performances featuring musicals, dance, cabaret and entertainment further expand the diverse programme.
With the BRUCKNER'S restaurant and its terrace overlooking the Danube, a visit to a concert becomes a truly special experience.
A stage for the present. A space for new perspectives.
The Posthof is one of Austria’s leading centres for contemporary culture. Within the historic walls of the former Linz Post Stables and a modern extension, it has developed into a vibrant venue for music, dance, theatre, cabaret, literature and performance.
With up to 250 events a year, the Posthof showcases national and international artists as well as exciting new discoveries from the local cultural scene. An openness to current trends, social relevance and the ongoing promotion of young talent characterise the venue’s profile.
Key programme highlights such as ‘Heimspiel’, the ‘postdancingdays’, the Linz Cabaret Festival, the summer open-air programme ‘Linz AG FrischLuft-Bühne’ and the ‘Ahoi! Pop Sommer’ make the Posthof a hub of creative diversity and cultural exchange. Three event halls and a modern open-air stage provide space for a wide variety of formats – from club concerts to festival evenings.
Discover culture. Unleash your imagination. Grow together.
Children are curious, creative and open to new experiences. Since 1990, the Kuddelmuddel Children’s Cultural Centre has been creating spaces where young people can experience, discover and shape culture for themselves.
With theatre, puppet theatre, concerts, dance, readings and interactive programmes, the Kuddelmuddel is one of the most important institutions for cultural education in Upper Austria. Workshops and projects encourage children to get creative themselves and to experience art with all their senses.
Partnerships with nurseries, schools and social institutions provide many young people with easy access to culture. Together with the Theater des Kindes and the Linz Puppet Theatre, Kuddelmuddel forms a vibrant hub for young audiences in Linz city centre.
Exercise brings people together.
In addition to its cultural venues, LIVA also plays a key role in shaping sporting life in the city of Linz. With the TipsArena and the Lissfeld, Auwiesen and Pichling sports parks, it provides modern facilities for elite, club and grassroots sport, whilst also offering attractive venues for national and international events.
The TipsArena is one of Austria’s most modern multi-purpose arenas. International sporting events take place here alongside concerts, musicals, comedy shows and major live productions. Its flexible architecture accommodates events for up to 10,500 visitors, making it one of the country’s most versatile event venues.
The Lissfeld, Auwiesen and Pichling sports parks offer a wide range of opportunities for exercise and leisure – from football, tennis and beach volleyball to climbing, squash and indoor football. The offering is complemented by numerous initiatives such as ‘Fun & Action’ for children and young people, as well as the co-organisation of the Oberbank Linz Donau Marathon.
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Since 1974, the Brucknerfest Linz has been one of Austria’s most important classical music festivals. Each year, the festival focuses on a new theme and brings renowned orchestras, conductors, soloists and ensembles from all over the world to Linz. The programme centres on the works of Anton Bruckner, which enter into fascinating dialogues with music from past centuries as well as with contemporary compositions.
The Brucknerfest sees itself as a festival of discovery. Alongside major orchestral concerts, the diverse programme features chamber music, jazz, music theatre, literature, innovative concert formats and numerous projects in public spaces. With its venues at the Brucknerhaus and at special locations around the city, the festival combines musical excellence with openness and social engagement.
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For decades, the Klangwolken have been among Europe’s most impressive cultural events. What began in 1979 as the spectacular opening of the Ars Electronica Festival has developed into a hallmark of the city of Linz and delights hundreds of thousands of people year after year.
The Visualised Klangwolke transforms the Donaupark into a unique open-air stage, combining music with light, projections, drama and state-of-the-art stage technology to create a total work of art of international renown.
It is complemented by the ‘Klassische Klangwolke’, which brings the Brucknerfest’s top-class concerts to a wider audience beyond the concert hall, and by the ‘Kinderklangwolke’, which has been inspiring generations of young visitors with imaginative productions celebrating art and culture since 1998.
The Oberbank Linz Danube Marathon is one of Austria’s largest running events and is far more than just a sporting competition. Once a year, Linz is transformed into a city of movement, connection and shared experiences.
What began in 2002 with around 5,000 participants now attracts up to 20,000 runners and around 100,000 spectators from almost 80 nations. From the marathon and half-marathon to races for children, families and amateur runners, the event offers a sporting experience for all ability levels.
With high-quality organisation, personalised support and a unique atmosphere, the Oberbank Linz Donau Marathon combines sporting excellence with hospitality and a sense of community. At the same time, it provides a significant economic boost for the region and enhances the international profile of the city of Linz.
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LIVA – Culture and sport: bringing people together
Whether it’s a concert or a marathon, a festival or a family programme, contemporary art or classical music: LIVA creates spaces where people can come together, discover new things and share experiences.
Through its venues, events and sports facilities, it makes a significant contribution to the quality of life in the city of Linz and ensures that culture and sport are an integral part of urban life – open, diverse and inspiring.
Linzer Veranstaltungsgesellschaft mbH
Untere Donaulände 7
A-4010 Linz
Telefon: +43 732 7612-0
E-mail: liva@liva.linz.at
Web: www.liva.at
UID-Nummer: ATU 23131803
Firmenbuchnummer: FN 83520z
Landes- als Handelsgericht Linz