Your Guide to Obertauern’s Best Events
4 minLooking for the best events in Obertauern? This snow-sure Austrian ski resort is famous for its long season and an action-packed calendar of events that keeps the fun going all winter.
Obertauern is about so much more than winter sports. It’s a lively destination with an event calendar that keeps the energy going throughout the season.
Whether you’re planning a December ski holiday or a spring skiing break, Obertauern’s events are a reason to visit any time of the season.
Ski Opening
Kicking off the season with a bang
Obertauern kicks off its winter in spectacular fashion with the annual Ski Opening. And this year it’s featuring two headline concerts: Seiler und Speer on 28 November and Edmund on 5 December. This event marks the official start of the ski season with live concerts, DJ sets, and après-ski parties that go late into the night.
It’s also your first chance to carve fresh tracks on perfectly prepared slopes, thanks to Obertauern’s high altitude and excellent snowmaking. If you want to experience great early-season deals and a buzzing party atmosphere, Ski Opening is the perfect time to visit.
Tauernadvent Christmas Market
Where winter feels like a fairytale
December in Obertauern feels like stepping into a snow globe, and the Tauernadvent Christmas Market is at the heart of it. Held every weekend from 28 November to 21 December, it’s all fairy lights, steaming mugs of mulled wine, and stalls selling handmade crafts and local delicacies.
It’s the perfect way to end a day on the slopes – stroll through the market, listen to live music, and soak up the cosy alpine atmosphere. Families will love the kid-friendly activities and torchlight hikes that make December a magical time to visit Obertauern.
New Year’s Eve
Cheers to the new year
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a mountain backdrop you won’t forget. Obertauern’s celebrations feature spectacular fireworks, torchlight descents on the slopes, and a festive atmosphere that lasts well into the night.
Whether you’re looking for a lively night out with friends or just want to watch the sky light up against a snowy mountain backdrop, New Year’s Eve in Obertauern is an unforgettable way to welcome the year.
First.Track
First light, first tracks
Imagine standing at the summit with no one else around, the first light of day touching the peaks and the only sound the crunch of snow under your skis. That’s First.Track in Obertauern; an exclusive chance to join locals and be the very first on the slopes.
Your day starts early with a 07:15 meeting at the lift, followed by your first descent at 07:30 on perfectly prepared, untouched pistes. As the sun rises and the resort wakes up below, you’ll finish your morning with a relaxed Alpine brunch, sharing stories with locals and watching the slopes you just opened fill with skiers.
#SHEskiS – Ski for a Cause
Skiing for a cause, together
Each April, Obertauern turns pink for #SHEskiS – and in 2026 it’s happening on 11 April. This women-only ski day brings together 100 passionate skiers to support the Pink Ribbon campaign.
Expect a day of skiing, inspiration, and community – from carving turns with professional coaches to sharing a mountain hut lunch and raising funds for a great cause. It’s one of the most empowering and uplifting events of the season.
Gamsleiten Criterion
Who will find the winning chest?
From 16 to 19 April 2026, Obertauern becomes the stage for Austria’s biggest snow treasure hunt. Armed with little shovels, more than a thousand “gold diggers” race across a football-pitch-sized area to unearth one of over 30 hidden treasure chests, each with prizes worth at least €500. And the main prize? A brand-new BMW.
It’s part adrenaline rush, part giant snow party, complete with live music, cheering crowds, and an après-ski celebration that goes late into the night. Whether you’re digging for gold or just there for the spectacle, this quirky event is a highlight of the spring season.
Last.Track
One last celebration on the slopes
On 3 May 2026, Obertauern ends the winter season with one last celebration on the mountain. The lifts keep turning, the music is loud, and the atmosphere is as relaxed as a sunny spring afternoon should be.
Join fellow skiers for the final runs of the season, soak up the alpine views, and celebrate together as winter takes its final bow. It’s the perfect way to say goodbye to the snow; with a smile, a little dancing, and one more unforgettable day on the slopes.
Why Obertauern is Worth Visiting All Season
With snow from November to May and a calendar packed with unique events, Obertauern is far more than a one-month ski destination.
Whether you’re carving the first turns of the season at Ski Opening, sipping mulled wine at the Tauernadvent Christmas Market, or joining the excitement of spring’s Gamsleiten treasure hunt, there’s always something happening high in the Austrian Alps.
Plan your visit around one of these events (or come back more than once) and you’ll see why Obertauern is one of the liveliest and most snow-sure ski resorts in Europe.
