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Innsbruck, Austria » Entertainment » Festivals

There are a plenty of events and festivals happening throughout the year almost everywhere in Innsbruck. The Tirol Speed Marathon held in May, the Tanzsommer held in June, the Festwochen der Alten Musik held in August and the various winter sport festivals held in winter attract a lot of tourists.

Different Festivals and Events

January
New Year's Concert
Celebrated on January 1st, the event is marked by a gala concert held at the Congress Innsbruck along with some of the performances by the Tirolean Symphonic Orchestra.
Igls Bobsleigh Rides
Igls Bobsleigh Rides are held throughout January. One can experience the outstanding bobsledding carried out during the event.
February
Air and Style Snowboard Contest
This is an European snowboard contest first held in Innsbruck. In February, this contest takes place at Seefeld, which is outside Innsbruck. Features boat skateboarding and snowboarding followed by an open-air concert.
March
Osterfestival Tirol (Easter Festival)
Celebrated from mid-March to early April, the Osterfestival is marked by various concerts and choirs in different churches and other places around the city.
April
Maibaumaufstellen der Brauchtumsgruppe
This festival is celebrated in the end of April or in the start of May. There are parties held in different towns and villages of the city. People dance around the Maypole on May 1st.
May
Tirol Speed Marathon
Marked by various races taking place throughout Europe, Tirol Speed Marathon is held at the end of May or at the start of June.
June
Tanzsommer International Dance Festival
This festival is held in the mid of June. A famous event all over Austria, Tanzsommer attracts a lot of people.
July
Frühschoppenkonzert
Free Outdoor concert held from July to September, Frühschoppenkonzert features different concerts conducted every Sunday morning at 11 am in the resort of Igls
August
Festwochen der Alten Musik
Held throughout August, Festwochen der Alten Musik is the biggest festival of Innsbruck. It is marked by performances on different compositions written in between 14th and 18th centuries.
September
Alpenländischer Volksmusikwettbewerb (Alpine Folk Music Festival)
Enjoyed throughout September, Alpenländischer Volksmusikwettbewerb features traditional folk music. There are performances by different folk musicians and singers followed by parties and plenty of food.
October
Jeunesse Children's Concerts
Held at the end of October, Jeunesse Children's Concerts are concerts hosted for the families. There are theatrical performances and concerts generally played at the Congress and the Conservatory Music Hall
November
Christkindlmarkt (Christmas Market)
Christkindlmarkt is held from mid November to mid December. There are traditional markets set up at the Landhausplatz and Herzog Friedrich Strasse. In addition to the market there are puppet shows and a lot of other entertainment for the young visitors.
December
Innsbruck Mountain New Year's Eve
It is an event taking place in the Old Town’s Market Square on 31st December. The event is enjoyed with live music and midnight fireworks.