End of season
Season Closing Party: Don't miss out!
Winter does not bid a quiet farewell in Tyrol. Quite the contrary. When the days grow longer and the sun softens the snow, one of the most exciting times of the Alpine winter begins.
Skiing in the morning. DJ sets on the terrace. Open-air concerts in the middle of the ski resort.
Every year, the so-called winter closing events transform Tyrol into a stage for music, sport and good vibes. For guests of VAYA Resorts, this means taking a deep breath, making a few perfect turns – and saying goodbye to winter in style.
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Why Tirol's season-end celebrations are something special
Spring brings a special atmosphere to the mountains. Temperatures rise, the sun shines longer and the mountain huts become cosy places to be.
Many ski resorts celebrate this time of year with big events. Music festivals, sports competitions and concerts ensure that winter ends with energy and doesn’t just fade away.
The best thing about it:
you can combine a perfect day of skiing with a festival or concert. Ski, enjoy the sun and then celebrate together.
Event overview
Overview of the most important winter closing events
- White Pearl Mountain Days – Location: Fieberbrunn – Date: 20 March–29 March 2026 – Programme: Music, shows, culinary delights
- Hochzeiger Rockt – Location: Jerzens – Date: 21 March 2026 – Highlight: Live concert in the ski resort
- Osterkonzert Ischgl – Location: Idalp – Date: 5 April 2026 – Open-air concert in the ski resort
- Snowbombing Festival – Location: Mayrhofen – Date: 6–11 April 2026 – Music festival, ages 18 and up
- Electric Mountain Festival – Location: Sölden – Date: 13–18 April 2026 – EDM festival in the glacier ski resort
- Der Weiße Rausch – Location: St. Anton am Arlberg – Date: 18 April 2026 – Legendary ski race
- Top of the Mountain Closing Concert – Location: Ischgl – Date: 2 May 2026 – Grand end-of-season concert
* Dates subject to change
Date: 20 March to 29 March 2026
Location: Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn
This festival combines winter sports with lifestyle. There is a varied programme over ten days.
Highlights:
- Live music and DJ sets
- Dance shows and acrobatics
- Cooking shows
- Interactive activities for guests
The event takes place across the entire ski area, turning every ski hut into a small stage.
Date: 5 April 2026
Location: Idalp, Ischgl
Ischgl is known for its spectacular mountain concerts. Around Easter, there is also a large open-air event in the ski resort.
What makes it special:
- Stage in the middle of the ski resort
- International music stars
- Can be combined with a day of skiing
Internationally acclaimed DJ Robin Schulz is headlining this year and will be creating a real festival atmosphere in the Easter snow with his house, electro and pop beats.
Date: 6 April to 11 April 2026
Location: Mayrhofen in the Zillertal
Snowbombing is one of Europe’s best-known winter music festivals.
The festival combines:
- electronic music
- international DJs
- parties in various locations
The event is primarily aimed at an adult audience – participants must be aged 18 or over.
Date: 18 April 2026
Location: St. Anton am Arlberg
This event is not a concert – it is a legendary race.
555 participants start simultaneously on the Valluga and battle their way through:
- steep descents
- snow obstacles
- mass start
The ‘Weiße Rausch’ is considered one of the most spectacular ski races in the Alps.
Date: 2 May 2026
Location: Idalp, Ischgl
This concert traditionally marks the grand finale of the winter season.
With international music stars, a spectacular mountain backdrop and thousands of fans, this is where winter in Tyrol comes to an end.
VAYA Pfunds is the nearest VAYA, just a 55-minute drive away, where you can relax and unwind in style after the celebrations.
Accommodation
Your winter season closing accommodation at VAYA
The Do's and don'ts for winter closing events
Do’s
- Book your ski pass early
- Check the event programme before you travel
- Bring sunscreen – the spring sun is strong in the mountains
- Combine skiing with events
Don’ts
- Plan events without a ticket or ski pass
- Underestimate the weather
- Only plan evening programmes – many events start in the afternoon
Accommodation
Winter closing and holidays at VAYA
Many of these events take place in regions where the VAYA Resorts are located – for example, in the Zillertal, Ötztal, Arlberg or Kitzbühel Alps.
For your holiday, this means:
- Short distances to the ski area
- The perfect combination of skiing and events
- A relaxed return to the hotel after a long day in the mountains
Design, cuisine, wellness and the special atmosphere make your stay more than just a skiing holiday.
Or to put it another way:
You’re not just collecting your last skiing days of the season – you’re collecting memories.
Conclusion
Winter ends in Tyrol with a highlight
While the ski season is quietly coming to an end in many regions, Tyrol is gearing up for a real finale. Concerts at over two thousand metres. DJs on the sun terrace. Races with goosebump moments. If you really want to experience winter, now is the time. And perhaps this is the perfect moment for your next stay at VAYA Resorts – in the heart of Tyrol’s most beautiful mountains.
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