Events in winter
There’s a lot going on in winter!
When winter gradually sets in over the Salzkammergut at the end of November, it will be cosy at numerous events around the Lake Hallstatt and the Gosau Valley. Even in winter there is a lot going on: World Heritage Advent, “Glöcklerläufe”, Gosau hot air balloon week, family events both on and off the slopes and much, much more. We have summarised below, the best events in the winter for you. We wish you a relaxing winter holiday in the Salzkammergut.
Theme worlds & series of events
Culinary events
Here you will find a list of the best culinary events around Lake Hallstatt. From ‘down to earth’ to sophisticated. An indulging holiday for all your senses
Your Holiday Planner: Christmas & New Year events
Christmas in the mountains of the Salzkammergut. Attractive festive and New Year deals for Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau and Obertraun at a glance
Guided snowshoe hikes in the Salzkammergut
Snowshoeing through the lonely winter world is a pure nature experience in clear alpine air and in a beautiful landscape. That's why more and more nature lovers are getting a taste for it! Get to know the most beautiful corners of our winter landscape with an experienced guide. Simply unforgettable. Just do it!
"Glöckler parades" im Salzkammergut - A Procession of light and sound
Ancient customs with their secret magic around the winter nights have a firm place in the tradition of the Salzkammergut. Every year on 5 January. On the eve of the Three Kings - and you can be there live. A unique spectacle for spectators. We have put together the most beautiful runs for you below. A unique custom that can only be found here!
Carneval season in the Salzkammergut
Carneval or ”Fasching” who it´s called in the Salzkammergut – in no other part of the country is the Fasching season so exuberantly and zealously packed with time-honoured traditions and fancy dress parades than here in the Salzkammergut.
“Silent Night“ in the Salzkammergut
When the whole region is lit up in festive lighting and the alleys are filled with seductive scents, then the Christmas season has arrived. The Salzkammergut once again presents itself as a fascinating winter wonderland, with the charming Christmas markets of the region in particular with their stalls and specialties creating a festive atmosphere.
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!
Brass music im Salzkammergut
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.
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!
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.
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.
Winter enjoyment with these events in the Salzkammergut
Balloon Week Gosau 2025
Sun, Jan. 19, 2025 08:00 — 10:00 Gosau, Gosau
Guided snowshoe hike to the skywalk "5Fingers"
Sun, Jan. 19, 2025 09:30 — 12:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
Guided snowshoe hike "Margschierf – Dachstein Plateau"
Sun, Jan. 19, 2025 09:30 — 12:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
Guided Snowshoe Hike with Igloo Building
Sun, Jan. 19, 2025 09:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
Nativity trip with horse-drawn carriage in Bad Ischl
Sun, Jan. 19, 2025 13:30 Tourist office of Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl
Tour for everyone: Guided snowshoe hike "Bibereck“ with Betty in Gosau
Mon, Jan. 20, 2025 09:45 — 13:00 Valley station of the Hornspitzlift, Gosau
Evening tour of the mountain of treasures - Salzwelten Altaussee
Wed, Jan. 22, 2025 17:00 Altaussee salt mine, Altaussee
"Hot Air Balloon Night" 2025
Wed, Jan. 22, 2025 18:00 — 22:00 Gosau, Gosau
Fast-paced & charming: Barrel stave race "Fassdauben-Rennen" in Gosau - the fun event in the snow
Sat, Jan. 25, 2025 13:00 — 16:00 Ski Area Dachstrein West, Gosau
Night Ski Show 2025 in Gosau
Tue, Jan. 28, 2025 20:00 — 21:00 Valley station of the Hornspitzlift, Gosau
FISCHER Skitest in Gosau
Sat, Feb. 1, 2025 09:00 — 16:00 Panorama-Jet , Gosau
Snow festival for children in Gosau
Sat, Feb. 1, 2025 10:00 — 14:00 Valley station of the Hornspitzlift, Gosau
The first highlight of the year! "International Winter Variety Show 2025"
Feb. 6 - 9, 2025 Congress and Theater House Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl
Guided snowshoe hike with Betty in Gosau
Thu, Feb. 6, 2025 09:45 — 14:00 Valley station of the Hornspitzlift, Gosau
Guided snow shoe tour
Sat, Feb. 8, 2025 09:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
The winter sports event on the ice: Skijoring in Gosau 2025
Sat, Feb. 8, 2025 10:00 — 16:00 Sports center Gosau, Gosau
Guided snowshoe hike to the Skywalk "5fingers" on the Dachstein plateau
Sun, Feb. 9, 2025 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Seilbahn (Talstation), Obertraun
Between classical music and jazz: "Irene Reig Quartet" as a guest in Bad Ischl
Thu, Feb. 20, 2025 20:00 State Music School Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl
Ice swimming at Lake Hallstatt, Austria 2025
Sat, Feb. 22, 2025 09:30 — 14:00 Car Park "Untersee (Strandbad)" Bad Goisern, Bad Goisern am Hallstättersee
More skiing fun: Early rides for all ski tourers 2025
Fri, Feb. 28, 2025 07:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Obertraun
Dachstein West Skitouring Charity Event in Russbach
Sat, Mar. 1, 2025 07:00 — 17:00 Atomic Backland Skitourenstrecke am Russbacher Hornspitz, Rußbach am Pass Gschütt
Daily tours through the Saltmine in Altaussee
Sat, Nov. 29, 2025 09:00 — 16:00 Altaussee salt mine, Altaussee
The most romantic place in the world: "Mountain Christmas Market " 2025 in Gosau
Sat, Nov. 29, 2025 13:00 — 19:00 Homeland museum Gosau, Gosau
Children's Krampus run on Hallstatt’s Market Square
Thu, Dec. 4, 2025 17:00 — 20:00 Market square Hallstatt and idyllic streets, Hallstatt
Krampus Parade in Bad Goisern 2025
Sun, Dec. 7, 2025 19:00 Marketplace Bad Goisern, Bad Goisern
Hallstatt Christmas Market 2025
Mon, Dec. 8, 2025 10:00 — 18:30 Market Square Hallstatt (Marktplatz Hallstatt), Hallstatt
Cool start to the year in the Salzkammergut: New Year's Swim 2026 in Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt
Thu, Jan. 1, 2026 11:00 — 14:00 Car Park "Untersee (Strandbad)" Bad Goisern, Bad Goisern am Hallstättersee
The unusual event: New Year's celebration in the Koppenbrüller Cave in Obertraun
Fri, Jan. 2, 2026 17:00 — 20:00 Koppenbrüller cave (Koppenbrüllerhöhle), Obertraun
The age-old customs around winter nights: "Glöcker parade" (Glöcklerlauf) in Obertraun
Mon, Jan. 5, 2026 16:45 Town square Obertraun (Gemeindeplatz), Obertraun
With ancient custom into the new year: Glöcklerlauf “Glöckler Parade“ in Bad Ischl 2026
Mon, Jan. 5, 2026 17:00 — 19:00 Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl
The first highlight in the new year: Glöcklerlauf (parade) in Bad Goisern 2026
Mon, Jan. 5, 2026 20:00 Marketplace Bad Goisern, Bad Goisern
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