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FM4 Frequency is one of Austria’s biggest festivals — three days of rock, pop, hip-hop and electronic on the river at St. Pölten, an easy hop from Vienna. A young, high-energy camping festival with a stacked international bill, it’s a great-value Central-European trip you can pair with Vienna. This guide covers the dates, how to fly in, where to stay, and how to do it.
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When to go: the music calendar
- FM4 Frequency Festival 2026 — August 20–22, 2026 at Green Park, St. Pölten, Austria. Confirm on the official site.
- The lineup — rock, pop, hip-hop and electronic across multiple stages, blending big international names with German-language acts.
- The setting — a riverside park with camping; warm late-August weather (bring sun protection and a layer for nights).
Getting there: flights to Vienna (VIE)
Fly into Vienna (VIE), then it’s ~1 hour to St. Pölten by train, with festival shuttles to Green Park. Set a price watch — late August is peak.
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Where to stay (matched to your trip)
- Festival camping — at Green Park; the easiest for the full run.
- St. Pölten — the host town, with hotels a short ride/shuttle from the site.
- Vienna — base in the capital and train in (~1 hour) for a city-plus-festival trip.
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Getting around
Austria’s trains link Vienna and St. Pölten cheaply and fast, with festival shuttles to Green Park. Austria uses the euro; cards widely accepted. Pack for a riverside summer field — sun and the odd shower.
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Sample budget — 4 days, festival (per person)
| Item | Budget | Mid-range |
|---|---|---|
| Flights (within Europe) | $80 | $280 |
| Festival ticket + camping | $200 | $320 |
| Food + drinks | $110 | $260 |
| Train/shuttle, transfer, eSIM | $60 | $140 |
| Total | ~$450 | ~$1,000 |
Money-saving tips
- Buy the 3-day + camping pass early.
- Base in Vienna and train in if you want city + festival.
- Use trains/shuttles over taxis; fly a budget carrier into VIE.
Frequently asked questions
When is Frequency Festival 2026?
August 20–22, 2026 at Green Park, St. Pölten, Austria.
How do I get there?
Fly into Vienna (VIE), train to St. Pölten (~1 hour), then a festival shuttle to Green Park.
What music is it?
Rock, pop, hip-hop and electronic — a big international bill plus German-language acts.