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

Crib exhibition in a historic cellar

They have to look at that: Grandisoe's nativity scene exhibition. An exhibition with free admission in the historic Celtic cellar. Right in the center of the famous lake resort. An insider tip for selfie friends!

Mon, Dec. 11, 2023 09:00 — 18:00 Dachsteinsport Janu, Seestraße 50 Hallstatt

© Krauß/Kraft | Veranstaltungen im Salzkammergut: Krippenausstellung in Hallstatt

Advent Market in the Hand.Werk.Haus 2023

On Saturday and Sunday (on the third advent weekend) craftsmen and women from the Salzkammergut will be hosting a festive Christmas Market. Over 20 of our most talented artists proudly present their products both inside and in the courtyard at the Neuwildenstein stately home.

Sat, Dec. 16, 2023 10:00 — 18:00 Salzkammergut Hand.Werk.Haus, Rudolf-von-Alt-Weg 6 Bad Goisern

Crib exhibition in Hallstatt

Visit the 200 year old crib in the Catholic parish church of Hallstatt. Daily from 24th of December 20120 to 2nd of February 2021.

Fri, Dec. 22, 2023 10:30 — 17:00 Catholic church Hallstatt, Kirchenweg 40 Hallstatt

© Krauß | Krippenausstellung in 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

Traditional christmas concert in Bad Ischl - Lauffen

An unforgettable musical experience after Christmas. Because Christmas in Austria is the best thing you can imagine. We invite you to an unforgettable Christmas concert. Unforgettable, unique and legendary. So enjoy the time.

Fri, Dec. 29, 2023 16:00 Pilgrimage church "Maria im Schatten" Lauffen, Marktstraße 49 Bad Ischl

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

Nativity trip with horse-drawn carriage in Bad Ischl

A particularly beautiful tradition in Bad Ischl is the craft of making nativity scenes. There are now a large number of these masterpieces, some of which you can admire on the Nativity trip with horse-drawn carriage “Kripperlroas”.

Tue, Jan. 2, 2024 13:30 Tourist office of Bad Ischl, Auböckplatz 5 - Trinkhalle 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