Donnersbachwald : Traditional Riesneralm Mountain Festival Approaching
Donnersbachwald : Traditional Riesneralm Mountain Festival with a musical highlight A real musical summer highlight awaits all locals and guests in the Styrian holiday region of Schladming-Dachstein at the traditional “Mountain Festival” on the Riesneralm in Donnersbachwald. The unique location at 1,900 meters above sea level guarantees the best conditions for a concert of the highest caliber - and admission is free.
This year the Grubertaler will be giving an open-air concert on the summit plateau against a view of the magnificent summit panorama. All information at: www.schladming-dachstein.at/Bergfest_Riesneralm
* * * Friday, August 15, 2025 Haus im Ennstal : 38th Hauser Schlossplatzfest This fantastic festival will take place on August 15 in Haus im Ennstal. Local clubs and mountain hut owners will treat festivalgoers to hearty local food and drinks. With an extensive music and supporting program, as well as a varied children's program, there's no chance of getting bored. All information at: www.schladming-dachstein.at/Hauser-Schlossplatzfest
* * * Saturday, August 30, 2025 Rittisberg: Ramsau Airpower 2025 – Flying Action & Family Fun It's time again: Take off over Ramsau! Ramsau Airpower brings action, excitement, and plenty of entertainment for the whole family – against the impressive backdrop of the Dachstein. Organized by the Gamsjaga Paragliding Club, Airpower is all about sport, connection to nature, and true enthusiasm for flying. All information at: www.schladming-dachstein.at/Ramsauer-Airpower
* * * Saturday, September 6, 2025, Ramsau World Championship Stadium : Dachstein Slalom Race . Get your legs burning – at the scenically most beautiful Alpine marathon, the Dachstein Slalom Race! A spectacular running event along the south side of the Dachstein massif. Every year, numerous athletes from all over the world make the pilgrimage to this insider tip among trail running competitions. With various difficulty levels, there's something for everyone . Prize money, a raffle, numerous exhibitors, a professional photo service, and refreshments await participants.
Sunday, September 7, 2025 Kleinsölk : Guardian Angel Church Festival The Guardian Angel Church Festival starts at 9 a.m. with a holy mass in the Kleinsölk church. Afterwards, locals and visitors can enjoy a morning pint with food and drink, accompanied by various bands and music groups. A special highlight of the event has been the traditional cattle drive, which takes place right through the church festival, for years. All information can be found at: www.schladming-dachstein.at/Schutzengel-Kirchtag
* * * Saturday, September 13, 2025 Ramsau: Long Night of the Alpine Pastures On Saturday, September 13, 2025, the Ramsau hut keepers will once again be calling for the Long Night of the Alpine Pastures. Night turns into day, when hiking enthusiasts and those hungry for adventure are offered a colorful bouquet of experiences for all tastes at the Long Night of the Alpine Pastures. After an atmospheric hike through the evening twilight, participants are welcomed to the alpine huts with musical sounds, culinary delights as well as culture, crafts and customs from the region. All information at: www.schladming-dachstein.at/Lange-Nacht-der-Almen
* * * Friday, September 19th to Sunday, September 21st, 2025 Schladming: iXS International Rookie Championships From September 19th to 21st, 2025, the Schladming Bike Park will be all about junior downhill racing. At the iXS International Rookie Championships, rookies between 11 and 18 years of age will show off their skills on the legendary, approximately 1,500 meter long World Cup downhill course on the Planai. The international race series consists of several individual events and culminates in an overall ranking. Those who want can also compete in just one of the race weekends. All information at: www.schladming-dachstein.at/rookie-championships
* * * Friday, 19 September to Saturday, 20 September Ramsauer Almgebiet: Dachstein Almabtrieb
Harvest Festival is a very special time of year in the Schladming-Dachstein region. Numerous events and traditional festivals line the calendar during this so-called "fifth season." Festive atmosphere and delicious regional delicacies, naturally homemade by local farmers, are everywhere. An absolute highlight of the autumn season is the cattle drive.
