--- id: 5073 title: Summer Opening 2026 in Schladming path: /en/activities/events-news/summer-opening url: "https://www.planai.at/en/activities/events-news/summer-opening" language: en generated_at: "2026-11-01T00:00:37+01:00" type: document --- Schladming-Dachstein Summer-Opening 3.-7. June 2026 ================================= Ski-Opening Checkbox label Summer-Opening ![Sujet KünstlerInnen Summer-Opening 2026 | © Leutgeb Entertainment ](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Artworks%202026/157692/image-thumb__157692__hero/SUO2_7973X3005%20Kopie.1275b4fe.jpg "Summer-Opening 2026 | © Leutgeb Entertainment ")![Sujet mit KünstlerInnen Summer-Opening 2026 | © Leutgeb Entertainment ](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Artworks%202026/158244/image-thumb__158244__hero--mobile/SO_Mobil_Text_510x1096px.e7378e4d.jpg "Summer-Opening 2026 | © Leutgeb Entertainment ") copyright: 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. [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175551/image-thumb__175551__lightbox/Fendrich_Daniel%20Scharinger%20%282%29.2548750a.jpg) copyright: Daniel Scharinger [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/175304/image-thumb__175304__lightbox/HST_1068-%20Harald%20Steiner.3c65c502.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175562/image-thumb__175562__lightbox/Kaiser%20-Publikum%20-%20B%C3%BChne-Harald%20Steiner%20%2812%29.41bf8d5c.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner 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. [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175575/image-thumb__175575__lightbox/Scooter%20-%20B%C3%BChne%20-%20Harald%20Steiner.ebd5e5c5.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175578/image-thumb__175578__lightbox_auto_2244732bebcc9dd0a6a3b0ec92ebacfe/Scooter%20-%20Harald%20Steiner%20%289%29.6d744750.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175574/image-thumb__175574__lightbox/Scooter%20-%20Harald%20Steiner%20%283%29.67891635.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175579/image-thumb__175579__lightbox/Scooter%20-%20Publikum%20-%20Harald%20Steiner%20%284%29.3cc28d85.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175581/image-thumb__175581__lightbox/Scooter%20-Harald%20Steiner.1427c13a.jpg) copyright: 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**. [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175541/image-thumb__175541__lightbox/Connor%20-%20B%C3%BChne%20-Harald%20Steiner%20%281%29.9e7266f6.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175536/image-thumb__175536__lightbox/Connor%20-Daniel%20Scharinger%20%281%29.b5ce0fa0.jpg) copyright: Daniel Scharinger [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175542/image-thumb__175542__lightbox/Connor%20-Publikum%20-%20Daniel%20Scharinger%20%286%29.d10fe666.jpg) copyright: Daniel Scharinger [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175539/image-thumb__175539__lightbox/Connor%20-Publikum%20-%20Daniel%20Scharinger%20%284%29.84aaaecc.jpg) copyright: 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 heartsfordecades**. [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175556/image-thumb__175556__lightbox/Kaiser%20-Harald%20Steiner%20%2818%29.4dc4c7c3.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175557/image-thumb__175557__lightbox/Kaiser%20-Harald%20Steiner%20%2819%29.46a0d428.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175558/image-thumb__175558__lightbox/Kaiser%20-Harald%20Steiner%20%2820%29.c0d17d96.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175559/image-thumb__175559__lightbox/Kaiser-Publikum-Daniel%20Scharinger%20%281%29.2c2dc958.jpg) copyright: 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**. [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175553/image-thumb__175553__lightbox/Fendrich_Harald%20Steiner%20%282%29.f8520800.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175552/image-thumb__175552__lightbox/Fendrich_B%C3%BChne-%20Harald%20Steiner%20%281%29.1d72ff39.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175550/image-thumb__175550__lightbox/Fendrich_Daniel%20Scharinger%20%281%29.90263d29.jpg) copyright: Daniel Scharinger [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175551/image-thumb__175551__lightbox/Fendrich_Daniel%20Scharinger%20%282%29.2548750a.jpg) copyright: 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. [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175545/image-thumb__175545__lightbox/Domingo-Harald%20Steiner%20%282%29.3f4c34b0.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175544/image-thumb__175544__lightbox/Domingo-Harald%20Steiner%20%281%29.b7d20a7c.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175549/image-thumb__175549__lightbox/Domingo-Harald%20Steiner%20%286%29.b77051dd.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175546/image-thumb__175546__lightbox/Domingo-Harald%20Steiner%20%283%29.5c18561f.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175537/image-thumb__175537__lightbox/Connor%20-Daniel%20Scharinger%20%282%29.8997d496.jpg) copyright: Daniel Scharinger [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175556/image-thumb__175556__lightbox/Kaiser%20-Harald%20Steiner%20%2818%29.4dc4c7c3.jpg) copyright: Harald Steiner [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175565/image-thumb__175565__lightbox/Kaiser-Publikum-Daniel%20Scharinger%20%283%29.61530d31.jpg) copyright: Daniel Scharinger ![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](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/Planai/Events/Summer%20Opening/Acts/175566/image-thumb__175566__full-width-teaser/Kaiser-Publikum-Daniel%20Scharinger%20%284%29.6f94be4d.jpg "Summer-Opening Schladming-Dachstein 2026 | © Daniel Scharinger") copyright: Daniel Scharinger