03 Mar 2025

Spring in Kitzbühel: A Season of Music, Adventure & Unforgettable Spring Skiing

Kitzbühel is set to come alive this spring with a dynamic blend of music, adrenaline-fueled competitions, and breathtaking spring skiing. As the days grow longer and the alpine sun casts a golden glow over the slopes, Kitzbühel invites visitors to embrace the magic of the season with world-class skiing and vibrant events.

Kitzbühel’s Sound | Escape Festival Returns for 2025
The highly anticipated Sound | Escape Festival will return from 28 – 30 March 2025, showcasing the best of electronic music across Kitzbühel with free entry to all venues. After an electrifying debut in 2024, this boutique festival expands to feature 40+ DJs, 20+ locations, and a central Mainstage in Kitzbühel’s historic downtown.

Mainstage & Highlights: A central stage in the Bezirkshauptmannschaft courtyard will host performances starting at 4 pm, featuring headliner Sven Väth, the legendary German DJ with over 40 years of experience. Alongside Sven Väth, other notable artists at Sound | Escape 2025 include:

  • Matthias Tanzmann
  • LUNNAS (twin sisters DJ duo)
  • Tom Novy
  • Marvin Aloys
  • Wolfram
  • KILIMANJARO
  • Tube & Berger
  • …and many more!

Program Overview:

  • Friday, March 28: Kickoff with high-altitude performances on the mountain, followed by Mainstage acts and downtown club events.
  • Saturday, March 29: The music continues from the peaks to the valley, creating an immersive sound experience.
  • Sunday, March 30: A relaxed mountain finale, perfectly blending beats with breathtaking alpine views.

Accessibility: While all festival events are free, mountain venues may require lift tickets, which are available online. Due to high demand, reservations for specific venues are recommended.

Image © Kitzbühel Tourismus

Spring Skiing & Thrilling Competitions: The Kitzbühel Spring Games
Kitzbühel’s legendary spring skiing conditions provide the perfect setting for the Kitzbühel Spring Games, a series of adrenaline-pumping and entertaining events. With perfectly groomed slopes, mild temperatures, and stunning vistas, the region offers some of the best spring skiing in the Alps.

Programme Overview:

  • March 14-16: Bumps & Jumps – Showcasing mogul mastery and daring airbag jumps.
  • March 21-23: Spring Swing Wedelcontest – A nostalgic tribute to classic skiing styles with a modern, fun twist.
  • March 29: Kitzbühel Extreme Waterslide Contest – A spectacular 80’s-themed challenge where competitors attempt to skim across a freezing pool of water.
  • April 12: Masters of the Swing Ski & Golf Tournament – A unique combination of skiing and golf, wrapping up the season with style.

For more details, visit Kitzbühel Spring Games.

Celebrate Easter in Kitzbühel
From 11 – 27 April 2025, Kitzbühel embraces the Easter spirit with a variety of festive traditions and cultural experiences. Visitors can participate in Easter egg dyeing, palm bush tying, and candle crafting, while enjoying the charming Easter markets filled with local handcrafts and seasonal delicacies. Scenic Easter-themed hikes lead to picturesque pilgrimage sites, while the entire region, including Reith, Aurach, and Jochberg, comes alive with vibrant decorations and holiday cheer.

For more details, visit Easter in Kitzbühel.

With an unbeatable combination of world-class spring skiing, exhilarating events, and unforgettable celebrations, Kitzbühel is the ultimate spring destination. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the magic of the season in one of the most iconic alpine locations in the world.

Looking ahead to the Summer
Looking ahead to the summer in Kitzbühel, there’s plenty to be excited about, with two standout events on the horizon. The prestigious Kitzbühel Alpine Rallye will once again bring together classic car enthusiasts for a spectacular display of vintage automobiles against the stunning Alpine backdrop. Meanwhile, golf lovers can look forward to the 22nd Golf Festival, where breathtaking courses and world-class competition create an unforgettable experience.

Summer Agenda:

For a full calendar of events, visit Events in Kitzbühel, Tyrol | Sport, music and culture.

Go to Kitzbühel 
A seven-night stay at the charming Q Hotel Maria Theresia in Kitzbühel, on a half board basis, arriving 22 March 2025 is priced from £949 pp based on two sharing. Includes return flights from London Gatwick to Salzburg and transfers.
Inghams (+44(0) 1483 698099, www.inghams.co.uk)

To start planning your Kitzbühel ski trip and for more information please visit: www.kitzbuehel.com/en

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