Event calendar & theme worlds
The most beautiful events for your vacation
in the Salzkammergut area
There is much to discover in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut and in the numerous neighbouring towns: The strong sense of tradition, the mix of cultures and the joy of conviviality. As well as the love of art and the passion for sports. The Salzkammergut events in the annual cycle are based on this. Cultural assets from an exciting past, demonstrations at spectacular locations, places with history and charm invite you to get closer. We are sure that there is something for everyone in this selection of events! We hope you enjoy browsing and have an unforgettable holiday in the Salzkammergut
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What's going on in the Salzkammergut? All events at a click. Our event calendar at a click. From conventions to concerts. From nature to culture. Here you will find events in Obertraun, Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau or Bad Ischl. From tradition to hiking. The choice is yours!
Events in spring
Fresh events for a colourful spring - as colourful as this season in the Salzkammergut. Highlights from March to May summarised for you.
Summer events
Magical caves, deep tunnels and sporting challenges - here you can find an overview of the best events from June to August at a glance.
Colourful autumn event
Autumn is the time for hiking. However, numerous other events are very popular with autumn holidaymakers in the Salzkammergut. Here you will find the highlights from September to November.
Theme world "Art and culture"
Art & Culture Events in the Salzkammergut
The best of classical music, poetry, jazz, Austropop, theatre and customs through to cabaret and operetta. The best cultural events in the Salzkammergut at a click. Always up to date!
Cult show: "The Night of Musicals" 2025 in Bad Ischl - everyone sings along!
Hit musicals, hits and classics The hit musical Rocky with anthems such as Eye of the Tiger and the world-famous Rocky fanfare, as well as "Frozen", the upcoming sensational musical 2018 on New York's Broadway, will delight audiences as new highlights!
Musical journey through time with the "Simon & Garfunkel Story" in Bad Ischl
As a loving tribute, the acclaimed tribute show faithfully brings the characteristic sound of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel to the stage: from "Bridge Over Troubled Water" to "Mrs. Robinson".
Mahler and Death - 9th Gustav Mahler Festival in the Salzkammergut
This year, too, classical music fans and those who want to become one can look forward to a musical highlight. For the 9th time, the "Gustav Mahler Festival" will take place from 18 to 22 June 2025 at various venues in the Salzkammergut.
Powerful-voiced spring concert: The Viennese Choir Girls as guests in Bad Ischl
Bad Ischl can look forward to an extraordinary musical highlight: On May 3 at 7:00 p.m., the Vienna Choir Girls will make a guest appearance at the Kongress & TheaterHaus.
4 July to 24 August 2025: The Lehár Festival Bad Ischl
The Lehár Festival Bad Ischl is the largest operetta festival in Europe and unique in its diversity and quality. Every summer, musical entertainment theatre at the highest level is presented to an international audience.
Classic Concerts in the Ice Cave 2025 - An extraordinary music experience at cool temperatures
It’s not just nature lovers who will find what they are looking for in this giant Ice cave – art lovers too can appreciate this eternal world of ice: every year in August in Obertraun , the Parsifal Dome is transformed into a unique concert hall
Exhibition "Graphic Novel" in Altaussee
Experience up close: Comic artist Simon Schwartz contemporary history. From the Stone Age to the Nazi era. History and history from the Altaussee salt mine. On view from April to December 2025 in Ausseerland.
Powerful musical experience: Don Cossack Choir Serge Jaroff as a guest in Bad Ischl
This grandiose world-class choir, known from countless television broadcasts and CD recordings, will finally make a powerful guest appearance in Bad Ischl next May 2025, carried by the enthusiasm of its audience, with a bravura new concert program.
Theme world "Tradition & customs"
Traditional Events in the Salzkammergut
Genuine and down-to-earth, varied and unusual - the traditional events in the Salzkammergut. This is how you get to know the country and its people! Come and see!
A matter of the heart: "Liebstatt Sunday" on the Grünberg in Gmunden
A small surprise awaits you at the Grünberg ticket office. The first 100 guests will receive a Liebstatt heart as a gift from us. So be quick and drive to the Grünberg first thing in the morning!
A different kind of "Valentine's Day" in the Salzkammergut: "Liebstatt" Sunday in Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt
The big traditional festival for love in the Salzkammergut. On the fourth Sunday of Lent. The big traditional event in spring.
Echo and Weisenblasen at the lake
The incomparable end to an eventful day in the Salzkammergut! We hear each other to play the Weisenblasen as part of the “Obertraun Mountain Moments” directly on Lake Hallstatt!
Colourful lake event for everyone: Corpus Christi on the lake in Hallstatt
Colourful Corpus Christi procession in the Catholic parish church, the romantic marketplace and the unique Lake Hallstatt. A truly "heavenly" experience!
A place is playing: Violin Festival in Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt
Feel the musicians' love for music, their enthusiasm and fun at the violin festival in Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt in Austria.
Festivals, events and more: Brass music in the Salzkammergut - our overview
Brass music is as much a part of Austria as a dirndl or a schnitzel. What would a big folk festival in the Salzkammergut be without brass music? Nothing! Get to know the perfect sound of your host region. The perfect overview of brass music events in the Salzkammergut. Not all of them - but the best at a click.
Theme world "Salz mines in Hallstatt & Altaussee"
Daily tours through the Saltmine in Hallstatt
Did you know that the Salt Mine is the perfect destination during the summer holidays, not only in the rain but especially in the heat? In the mine, the temperature is between 8 and 10 degrees Celsius all year round. So - if it's crowded at the lake, enjoy cooling off in the salt mines of Hallstatt!
For everyone with a more desire for history: "Prehistoric Expedition"
More time. Learn more. These guided tours are only possible with prior registration. Every Tuesday and Thursday in July and August. Requirement: Good physical fitness, sturdy shoes and warm clothing are required.
Guided tour "Bombs on Michelangelo"
In the footsteps of George Clooney's Hollywood movie. A special underground tour based on the true saviours of unique art treasures in the salt mine of Altaussee. But only after timely registration!
Salt Mine for Kids: Children's tour with Sally in the Altaussee Salt Mine
Visitors of all ages can experience the world of miners and salt in a completely new way with Sally in the Altaussee salt mine. The family experience for everyone from the age of 4.
After sunset: Evening tour of the salt mines in Altaussee
An adventurous evening tour for the whole family. Discover old miners' tunnels and underground lakes. A varied evening experience on your holiday!
Live excavations in Hallstatt
Visit the excavations in the prehistoric grave fields. Scientists from the Natural History Museum in Vienna are happy to let you watch them go about their work and will tell you about their exciting research…
Theme world "Coolcation tipss: Mountain moments"
Events & guided tours through the Dachstein Cave Worlds
A "cave world." Three fascinating Dachstein caves. Three times pure adventure! Always new - always different! Each cave is a masterpiece in itself. The Ice Cave, the Mammoth Cave and the Koppenbrüller Cave. You have to see them! So just do it!
From 10 May 2025: Mysterious Mountain - Guided tours through the "Mammoth Cave" in Obertraun 2025
Cave labyrinth of superlatives! The endless expanses of the Dachstein massif from the inside - the huge mammoth cave will inspire you with incredible dimensions and a play of colours that you would not expect to find under the soil of the Salzkammergut!
From 1 May 2025: Magical Worlds of Ice: Daily guided tours of the Dachstein Ice Cave 2025
Multimedia shows, cave bears and rope bridge: The completely reconstructed Dachstein Giant Ice Cave offers you the chance to embark on a breathtaking adventure through rock and ice. .
From 1 May 2025: Koppenbrüllerhöhle in Obertraun - The experience for the whole family in the valley
A visit to the Koppenbrüller Cave offers an impressive insight into the underground waterways of the inside of the Dachstein. Pathways secured against flooding mean that guests can visit in safety, even in bad weather!
Theme world "Hiking & gentle nature experiences"
The great variety: Mountain events in the Salzkammergut - Nature is the most beautiful adventure
Breakfast on the mountains - guided hikes. The mountains are there to be conquered! From you. And we have the best mountain events for you. this is your time These are your mountains. Do something outside
High alpine guided mountain hike over the mountain "Sarstein"
An unforgettable high alpine nature experience of about 7 to 9 hours, for experienced mountain hikers. Boundless views, unique fauna and flora - for all mountain vagabonds this autumn.
Guided hikes
Feel as a team. Enjoy conversations, laugh and move, get out of breath, arrive together and look down into the valley and enjoy the wonderful views.
Relaxed holiday experience: Guided hike on the Feuerkogel in Ebensee
Fantastic beautiful view. Endless views. Absolute peace and quiet. Nature as far as the eye can see. Guided hike. Every Wednesday. Meeting point at the mountain station at 10:00 hrs. No registration necessary.
But it's worth getting up early: sunrise with mountain breakfast
Unique holiday experience for nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts or photographers. With delicious breakfast in the mountain restaurant. The Dachstein plateau is waiting for you! Get on board and ride along. It's worth getting up early for that!
Perfect end to the day: Full moon trip up the mountain
Spending an evening in the light of a full moon high above Lake Hallstatt is undoubtedly a very special experience. The cable car takes you to Mount Krippenstein. Once you arrive at 2000m, an unforgettable sunset awaits you with a little luck in the weather. Discreet brass music provides atmospheric entertainment.
Theme world "Sports & action events"
Every meter counts - sporting eventsin the Salzkammergut
Whether running events or swimming events, iconic mountain bike meetings or sporting events - in terms of "sport" has the Salzkammergut so much to offer. We have put together the best events for you. The places ready go!
Ready, set, go: Lake Hallstatt Swimming Marathon 2025
The swimming event of the summer! On July 26, 2025, Lake Hallstatt will be all about the 14th Swimming Marathon - a sporting highlight for all friends of limitless open water swimming.
Salzkammergut Mountainbike Trophy 2025
Let's go to the Salzkammergut Trophy 2025: At Austria's largest and toughest mountain bike event, athletes can once again choose from seven marathon distances between 22 and 210 kilometres. One hell and back!
The spring event: Lake Gosau Run 2025
The experience for all hobby runners. 4.2 kilometres around one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in Austria. Register now for running fun at almost 1000 meters above sea level. If not now, then when? On your marks, get set...Go!
Sporty annual finale on the mountain: Zwieselalm-Ascent in the Gosau Valley
Skiing tour to the Zwieselalm on the end of December in the Dachstein West Ski Region in Gosau. Register now! Limited number of participants.
Here's to a new one: 36th Int. Sparkassen Lake Hallstatt Half-Marathon 2025
Half marathon around the most beautiful lake in Europe in the most beautiful lake town in the world. 21 kilometres of pure running pleasure. The sporting challenge of spring. Register now!
Theme world for the Salzkammergu
Events for children & families in the Salzkammergut
Are you vacationing with your family in the region? And are you still looking for some great events for your kids? Then we would do the right thing for you. Unforgettable events on the mountains, in the valley and on the lakes.
Market days in the Salzkammergut: weekly markets, flea markets & Co.
Fresh, unadulterated food from the region, away from supermarkets and discounters. Also ideal as a souvenir. Holidays for the palate. Pure pleasure!
Services and events in churches in the Salzkammergut
Church is more than worship. Readings and concerts take place regularly in the numerous places of worship. And there are always excellent events there. Artists with well-known names and brilliant voices. Whether classical, Jaoo or modern music - there is something for the visitor!
Culinary events in the Salzkammergut – a double pleasure!
Here you will find a list of the most beautiful culinary events between mountains and lakes. Sometimes down-to-earth, sometimes first-class sophisticated. Indulgent holiday with all your senses.
Theme world "Guided tours in the Salzkammergut"
Part of your Journey: Guided tours in the Salzkammergut
Would you like to find out more about the country and its people? About the impressive history of the region? Then come along on one of the numerous guided tours in the Salzkammergut area. Whether in groups or in a private tour, whether large or small. Whether above ground or underground - an experience every time. There is a suitable answer to every question here. And the trained guides are looking forward to your coming! Discover the Salzkammergut from its most beautiful side!
Guided Sightseeing Tours Bad Ischl
Enjoy the unforgettable flair of the imperial town of Bad Ischl on a guided tour with certified Austria Guides.
Guided tour of the "Casino Keller" (underground cellar vault) in Bad Ischl
An experience for the whole family of about 60 minutes. Wednesday to Sunday. Even on public holidays. With two guided tours a day. Registration is only necessary for a minimum of 5 people
Daily Guided Tour of Hallstatt "Individual”
Experience the World Heritage Site in a very special way: On a flexible guided tour through the historic centre. Simply register now and experience history up close. You can't get more live than that.
Stay curious! Always well informed
New: Information for the Salzkammergut on Blue Sky
nformation for guests and visitors in the region. In German and English. Here you will find out first. Everything you need for your holiday. We have the Tourismusnwes!