Schladming-Dachstein

Summer-Opening 3.-7. June 2026

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Summer-Opening
Sujet KünstlerInnen Summer-Opening 2026 | © Leutgeb Entertainment
Sujet mit KünstlerInnen Summer-Opening 2026 | © Leutgeb Entertainment

Summer-Opening 2026

June 3–7, 2026, Planai Stadium, Schladming

From June 3 to 7, 2026, the Planai Stadium in Schladming served as the venue for five musical highlights. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Schladming-Dachstein mountains, Scooter, Sarah Connor, Roland Kaiser, Rainhard Fendrich, and Plácido Domingo delivered unforgettable concert evenings.

Summer concerts at the Planai Stadium

Here you can find a recap of the 2026 Summer-Opening, featuring the best photos, videos, and highlights from each concert evening. Relive the special atmosphere at Planai Stadium and discover the best moments of an event that kicked off the mountain summer season in Schladming-Dachstein in spectacular fashion.

Whether it was the rousing beats of Scooter, the emotional songs of Sarah Connor, or the big hits by Roland Kaiser, Rainhard Fendrich, and Plácido Domingo—the 2026 Summer Opening demonstrated just how diverse and atmospheric concerts in the mountains can be. You’ll find all the highlights and impressions here in the event recap.

Scooter

June 3, 2026

With their legendary techno anthems and unbridled stage energy, Scooter kicked off the 2026 Summer-Opening and delivered a rousing start. The iconic Hamburg band had the Planai Stadium rocking from the very first beat.

Thousands of visitors watch a concert show at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening. The stage is illuminated by impressive lighting and LED effects. | © Harald Steiner
Scooter performs at the Summer-Opening Schladming-Dachstein.  | © Harald Steiner
Scooter performs at the Summer-Opening Schladming-Dachstein.  | © Harald Steiner
Scooter thrills the crowd at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening with a high-energy show. | © Harald Steiner
Thousands of visitors celebrate Scooter’s concert at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening at Planai Stadium. | © Harald Steiner

Sarah Connor

June 4, 2026

Emotional ballads, a powerful voice, and genuine stage presence: Sarah Connor impressed the audience in Schladming with her greatest hits and a concert evening full of heart-pounding moments.

Besucherinnen und Besucher vor der Bühne beim Summer-Opening Schladming-Dachstein, während eine Sängerin mit Band vor einer beleuchteten LED-Wand auftritt. | © Harald Steiner
Sarah Connor performs on stage at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer-Opening | © Daniel Scharinger
Thousands of visitors attend a concert at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening at Planai Stadium. The stage and the surrounding Schladming mountain scenery are visible at dusk. | © Daniel Scharinger
Thousands of visitors attend a concert at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening at Planai Stadium. The stage and the surrounding Schladming mountain scenery are visible at dusk. | © Daniel Scharinger

Roland Kaiser

June 5, 2026

Roland Kaiser brought a romantic atmosphere to the Styrian mountains. He and his fans celebrated the hits that have been touching hearts for decades.

Roland Kaiser performs on stage at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening at Planai Stadium. Colorful lighting effects and stage fog accompany his performance. | © Harald Steiner
Roland Kaiser performs on stage at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening at Planai Stadium. Colorful lighting effects and stage fog accompany his performance. | © Harald Steiner
Roland Kaiser performs on stage at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening at Planai Stadium.  | © Harald Steiner
Thousands of visitors fill Planai Stadium during the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening. The spectator areas and the surroundings of the Planai valley station can be seen in the evening atmosphere. | © Daniel Scharinger

Rainhard Fendrich

June 6, 2026

With his greatest hits and his unmistakable voice, Reinhard Fendrich thrilled thousands of visitors at Planai Stadium. Against the impressive backdrop of the Schladming mountains, the concert evening turned into a special experience full of emotion and musical highlights.

Rainhard Fendrich performs on stage with a guitar at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening. Thousands of visitors watch the concert in front of the illuminated stage at Planai Stadium. | © Harald Steiner
Rainhard Fendrich performs on stage with a guitar at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening. Thousands of visitors watch the concert in front of the illuminated stage at Planai Stadium. | © Harald Steiner
Rainhard Fendrich performs on stage with a guitar at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening. Thousands of visitors watch the concert in front of the illuminated stage at Planai Stadium. | © Daniel Scharinger
Rainhard Fendrich performs on stage with a guitar at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening. Thousands of visitors watch the concert in front of the illuminated stage at Planai Stadium. | © Daniel Scharinger

Plácido Domingo

June 7, 2026

The grand finale: opera legend Plácido Domingo brought world-class singing to the Alps. His performance at Planai Stadium was a musical experience that will be remembered for a long time to come—and a breathtaking conclusion to the 2026 Summer-Opening.

An orchestra with soloists performs at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening at Planai Stadium. The mountains of the Schladming-Dachstein region can be seen in the background. | © Harald Steiner
An opera singer in a black tailcoat dances with a singer in a red dress during a live concert performance on stage. | © Harald Steiner
Plácido Domingo  at Summer-Opening 2026 Schladming-Dachstein | © Harald Steiner
Plácido Domingo performs with a soloist and an orchestra at the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening at Planai Stadium. The mountain scenery of the Schladming-Dachstein region can be seen in the background. | © Harald Steiner
Thousands of visitors fill Planai Stadium during the Schladming-Dachstein Summer Opening. The spectator areas and the surroundings of the Planai valley station can be seen in the evening atmosphere. | ©  Daniel Scharinger