Enjoy the great variety of cultures within the European Union! Come and visit the Austrian Embassy and its neighbor, the Embassy of Slovakia without crossing the Atlantic, and walk through their open doors on this year's EU Open House Day!

Austria and Slovakia are neighboring countries in Europa as are our Embassies in Washington DC. Under the slogan "Two Countries | One River" we proudly present to you our rich culture, our beautiful sights, our famous music as well as typical and innovative products. Collect information about Austria and Slovakia, participate in a quiz to win a little prize and enjoy traditional food and drinks. 

What can you experience at the EMBASSY OF AUSTRIA during the EU Open House day?

Austria Tourism | Great insider tips for travelling Austria at 10:30am and 1:00pm

d’arbo | Delicious jams

Julius Meinl | Coffee

KWSelection | Wine tastings with Klaus Wittauer at 11:15am and 1:45pm (with REGISTRATION only!)

Liab’ und Schneid | Traditional music performed by Elisabeth & Tom

Little Austria | Delicious Austrian strudel

Manner | Famous hazelnut wafers

Red Bull | Colorful energy drink

Robert Stolz | Traditional Austrian jackets

WOOM | Popular bikes

What can you experience at the EMBASSY OF SLOVAKIA during the EU Open House day?

“Fujara” and other Slovak instruments | Musical performance by Andrei Pidkivka at 11:30am

ICONITO | Music and dance performances by the Slovak band

Limboracik | Children’s folk ensemble at 1:00pm and 3:00pm

Dinisa Piatti | Authentic Slovak wine presentation

Vladimir Burdelak | Traditional Slovak sausages, goulash soup and waffles