Traditional Events in the Salzkammergut

Tradition and customs are very important in the Salzkammergut.
The variety of events is correspondingly large. Whether the annual "Gamsjagatage" (chamois hunting days) at the end of summer in Bad Goisern, the celebratory Corpus Christi procession on Lake Hallstatt, the eerily wild Krampus runs for thrills, or the impressive “Glöckler” runs at the beginning of the year - they are all a fixed point in the annual calendar. Let yourself be captivated by genuine customs and traditions and immerse yourself in a wealth of down-to-earth events in the Salzkammergut. We have compiled the most beautiful of their kind for you below. Enjoy browsing!

Events: Customs & Traditions at a Glance

Hike with musical entertainment in Gosau

Five alpine huts with culinary delights and live music - that's the unique Alm-Musi-Roas in Gosau: Handmade down-to-earth music and culinary delicacies - the perfect combination for a relaxing day on the Zwieselalm high above the Gosau Valley. The mountain hut hosts look forward to your visit.

Zwieselalm, Gosau

open air concerts on the historic market place

Each year, the promenade of Lake Hallstatt and the picturesque backdrop of the historic market place become the scene of musical treats.

Fri, Jun. 23, 2023 20:00 Market Square Hallstatt (Marktplatz Hallstatt), Marktplatz Hallstatt

Concert with the Brass Band Gosau

Traditional concert of the local brass band in Gosau at Dachstein

Sun, Jun. 25, 2023 11:00 Gasthof Gosauschmied, Gosau 57 Gosau

Music in the tavern at the Steegwirt in Bad Goisern

A cozy summer evening garnished on Lake Hallstatt with first-class dishes and house music? The double pleasure!

Wed, Jun. 28, 2023 19:00 Steegwirt, Au 12 Bad Goisern

Music in the tavern at the Steegwirt in Bad Goisern

A cozy summer evening garnished on Lake Hallstatt with first-class dishes and house music? The double pleasure!

Wed, Jul. 5, 2023 19:00 Steegwirt, Au 12 Bad Goisern

“Yodeller” brass music in the Gosau Valley

The small Kalvarienberg (Mount Calvary) Church in Gosau provides a stunning background to this musical event - a melodious holiday occasion with exceptional panorama views. Every Wednesday in July and August 2023.

Wed, Jul. 5, 2023 20:00 Kalvarienberg, Gosau

Summer festival from the traditional brass band Gosau

Traditional concert of the local brass band in Gosau at Dachstein

Sat, Jul. 8, 2023 19:00 Stockhalle, Gosau

Music in the tavern at the Steegwirt in Bad Goisern

A cozy summer evening garnished on Lake Hallstatt with first-class dishes and house music? The double pleasure!

Wed, Jul. 12, 2023 19:00 Steegwirt, Au 12 Bad Goisern

Tradtional Evening with the "Gosauer Schuhplattlern"

Best entertainment to round off an eventful day of vacation in the Gosau Valley. Tradition and customs at its best! Don't miss it.

Thu, Jul. 13, 2023 19:30 Kirchenwirt Gosau, Gosau 2 Gosau

"Obertraun Mountain Moments 2023" Traditional evening in Obertraun

Traditional folklore evening on the floating stage at the beach area in Obertraun

Thu, Jul. 13, 2023 19:30 Lido Obertraun, Obertraun

Lake and open air concerts on Lake Hallstatt

Enjoy a varied evening with the Salinenmusik Hallstatt in Hallstatt. A musical bouquet for all music lovers and those who want to become one!

Wed, Jul. 19, 2023 21:00 Lake Hallstatt, Hallstatt

Concert with the Brass Band Gosau and the Gosau male choir

Enjoy the Concert with the Brass Band Gosau

Sat, Jul. 22, 2023 19:30 Kirchenwirt Gosau, Gosau 2 Gosau

Lake concert with Jodler and Weisenblasen on Lake Hallstättersee

Sat, Jul. 29, 2023 19:00 Lido Untersee, Bad Goisern

Music in the tavern at the Steegwirt in Bad Goisern

A cozy summer evening garnished on Lake Hallstatt with first-class dishes and house music? The double pleasure!

Wed, Aug. 2, 2023 19:00 Steegwirt, Au 12 Bad Goisern

open air concerts on the historic market place

Enjoy a varied evening with the Salinenmusik Hallstatt in Hallstatt. A musical bouquet for all music lovers and those who want to become one!

Fri, Aug. 4, 2023 18:00 — 20:00 Market Square Hallstatt (Marktplatz Hallstatt), Marktplatz Hallstatt

Music in the tavern at the Steegwirt in Bad Goisern

A cozy summer evening garnished on Lake Hallstatt with first-class dishes and house music? The double pleasure!

Wed, Aug. 9, 2023 19:00 Steegwirt, Au 12 Bad Goisern

Chamois Hunting Days 2023

The big folk festival with a variety of events and culinary specialties. Look forward to pure tradition. And get in touch with the country and its people. Lederhosen and dirndls as far as the eye can see. Cool guys and sweet girls. The holiday experience!

Fri, Aug. 25, 2023 Bad Goisern, Bad Goisern

Concert at the Moosalm with the Brass Band Gosau

Enjoy the sounds of the brass band and rejoice in the beautiful view.

Sat, Aug. 26, 2023 19:30 Moosalm, Mittertal 384 Gosau

Music in the tavern at the Steegwirt in Bad Goisern

A cozy summer evening garnished on Lake Hallstatt with first-class dishes and house music? The double pleasure!

Wed, Aug. 30, 2023 19:00 Steegwirt, Au 12 Bad Goisern

Kirtag beer tent in St. Agatha 2023

Once again it is time to say “Ozapft is” (the keg is tapped) on the laste weekend of September in the traditional beer tent in the St. Agatha district of Bad Goisern.

Sat, Sep. 23, 2023 Festgelände Edt, St. Agatha Bad Goisern

Counting sheep in Gosau

Experience an unforgettable day on the Iglmoosalm in Gosau! Drive up on the slow train, experience sheep mustering, delicious Alm delicacies and a musical program on the last Saturday in September.

Sat, Sep. 30, 2023 09:00 Alpine Iglmoos (Iglmoosalm), Gosau

Gosauer Berg-Weihnacht 2023

Romantic magic of Advent in the traditional open-air museum of Gosau. An experience for all the senses! A magic of variety in the heart of the World Heritage. The distinctive charm of the Alpine Christmas market will delight you!

Sat, Dec. 2, 2023 13:00 — 19:00 Homeland museum Gosau, Gosau

Krampus Parade in Bad Goisern 2023

700 "Krampusses" and demons, St Nicholasses and good angels will assemble once again in the market square in Bad Goisern for this annual event.

Thu, Dec. 7, 2023 19:00 Marketplace Bad Goisern, Marktplatz Bad Goisern

Christmas Market in Hallstatt 2023

Idyllic World Heritage Advent at yout winter holiday around Lake Hallstatt. Only on 8th December 2023. Experience an incomparable Christmas trip to Hallstatt in Austria!

Fri, Dec. 8, 2023 10:00 — 18:30 Market Square Hallstatt (Marktplatz Hallstatt), Marktplatz Hallstatt

Famous tunes in a romantic setting

Famous tunes in a romantic setting in the heart of Hallstatt on Christmas Eve,

Sun, Dec. 24, 2023 16:00 Market Square Hallstatt (Marktplatz Hallstatt), Marktplatz Hallstatt

New Year’s Music in Obertraun

On the south-eastern shore of Lake Hallstatt, the old year is bid a traditional farewell and the New Year is welcomed in a very colourful way.

Fri, Dec. 29, 2023 17:00 — 20:00 Town square Obertraun (Gemeindeplatz), Obertraun 180 Obertraun

© Perstl | Neujahrsblasen der Ortsmusikkapelle Obertraun von Haus zu Haus

Old Year Shooting of the “Prangerschützen” in Bad Ischl

Traditional customary event for the year's finale. The Traun metropolis shoots itself out of the old year and you should be there.

Sun, Dec. 31, 2023 14:00 Cafe Zauner- Esplanade, Bad Ischl

Glöcklerlauf in Obertraun

The "Glöcklerlauf" is a time-honoured local tradition. This is hardly surprising, as it is believed that the illuminated head decorations and the ringing of the bells bring good luck into the community in the coming year, and that they protect us from unfortunate events.

Fri, Jan. 5, 2024 16:45 Town square Obertraun (Gemeindeplatz), Obertraun 180 Obertraun

Glöcklerlauf “Glöckler Parade“ in Bad Ischl

Each year on 5th January, at around 6pm , Bad Ischl has “Glöcklerlauf”. The name "Glöckler" derives from the word “knock” and is rooted in an old Salzkammergut tradition.

Fri, Jan. 5, 2024 17:00 — 19:00 Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl

© Kulturplattform Bad Ischl | Glöcklerlauf im Zentrum von Bad Ischl

Glöcklerlauf in Bad Goisern

Processions take place on the evening of 5th January. Eager spectators gather to watch the parades of figures dressed all in white. The men carry large bells attached to their belts and wear elaborate head decorations. These are illuminated on the inside by large candles.

Fri, Jan. 5, 2024 20:00 Marketplace Bad Goisern, Marktplatz Bad Goisern

"Liebstatt" Sunday 2024

The big traditional festival for love in the Salzkammergut. On the fourth Sunday of Lent. The big traditional event in spring.

Sun, Mar. 10, 2024 15:00 Festival hall Bad Goisern, Obere Marktstraße 11 Bad Goisern

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