Venue Detail
Why Not
About this venue
Why Not Vienna is the glittering, time-tested grand dame of the Austrian capital's LGBTQ+ nightlife. Holding down the crown as Vienna’s absolute oldest running gay and queer discotheque since opening its legendary doors in 1980, this multi-tiered sanctuary is a vibrant right of passage tucked right into the city's historic first district. Spread across three distinct structural floors and triple-stocked bars, the vibe here is a shameless, energetic celebration of life. It smoothly moves from relaxed, intimate drink chatter on the ground level to high-octane pop anthems, trashy club classics, and electric house beats down on the main dancefloor.
Practical details
Address: Tiefer Graben 22, 1010 Vienna, Austria
Hours: Fridays and Saturdays from 22:00 to 06:00 AM. The venue is also open starting at 22:00 on the eve of public holidays. Closed Monday through Thursday and Sundays.
Canonical: https://www.queeratlas.app/es/vienna/venues/why-not--93
Venue intelligence
Know before you go
Typical queue
Lines assemble rapidly directly outside the historic street entrance. Expect a 20 to 35-minute wait if you arrive near the critical midnight rush. Insider Pro Tip: The club traditionally features a free entry tier before 23:00 (11:00 PM).
Best night
Arrive around 22:45 to smoothly glide past the door check, snap a welcome shot, and grab a spot at the ground floor lounge bar. The underground main dancefloor naturally hits its sweaty, high-intensity pop peak between 01:00 and 03:30 AM.
Locals vs visitors
A thoroughly diverse, lively, and intergenerational crowd. It plays host to local gay and bisexual regulars, international queer travelers, drag enthusiasts, bachelorette groups looking to dance unbothered, and a welcoming matrix of open-minded allies.
Dress code in practice
Zero strict rules—the club’s official manifesto is strictly "Come as you are".
Staff inclusion
Well-Managed. Why Not operates with a dedicated, highly professional in-house awareness team alongside a clear, strict door verification policy. The venue is openly certified as a transgender safe space.
Reviews
4.3 / 5
4 reviews