Ski opening Schladming
Thank you Backstreet Boys!
The spectacular Schladming-Dachstein Ski Opening 2025
The Schladming-Dachstein 2025 Ski Opening transformed the Planai into a stage full of excitement, beats, and winter joy. With their energetic live performances, the Backstreet Boys provided unforgettable moments in front of an impressive mountain backdrop for around 50,000 enthusiastic skiing and music fans. During the day, the slopes were rocked and in the evening the stadium – perfect snow conditions, spectacular shows, and a unique atmosphere made this weekend something very special.
A big thank you to all the ski and music enthusiasts who, with their energy, passion, and enthusiasm, made this Ski Opening an unforgettable start to the winter season.
Backstreet's back in Schladming - three times!
In2025 , the Backstreet Boys will be guests on December 5, 6 and 7 , transforming the Planai Stadium into a huge pop stage. Since the 1990s, they have been inspiring audiences around the world with timeless hits such as "I Want It That Way", "Everybody (Backstreet's Back)", "As Long As You Love Me" and "Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)".At the Ski Opening 2025 in Schladming-Dachstein , you can not only look forward to these classics, but also to brand new material: their anniversary album Millennium 2.0 will be released on 11 July - a reissue of their cult album Millennium from 1999. Look forward to an unforgettable event - full of music, action and winter feeling.
That was the 2024 ski opening
The Grand Festival
The start of the winter season in Schladming-Dachstein was a real highlight! The three-day Ski Opening 2024 was opened by Bryan Adams , who provided unforgettable goosebump moments in front of 10,000 enthusiastic fans in the Planai Stadium with classics such as "Summer of 69" and "Everything I Do (I Do It For You)".
On the second evening , British world star Sting enchanted the audience with a great mix of his solo hits and unforgettable songs by The Police. Around 9,500 fans created an atmospheric sing-along experience in a wintry setting - highlights such as "Every Breath You Take" and "Roxanne" will remain unforgettable.
Simply Red played the grand finale on Sunday: frontman Mick Hucknall wowed the 7,000 guests with an emotional performance and a rousing setlist. Classics such as "If You Don't Know Me By Now" made for a magical finale.
With over 26,500 visitors from 30 countries, an extended stay and the best piste conditions including fresh snow, the event was a real win for the region - and an unforgettable start to the winter season.
Looking back: A ski party with tradition
Top international acts have been celebrating the start of the ski season in Schladming since 2007. Stars such as PINK, Kid Rock, David Guetta, the Swedish House Mafia, Robbie Williams, Sting and many more have already helped to organize Austria's biggest ski party here
Less waste for a better quality of life
We want to celebrate with you and consciously take responsibility! That's why we take sustainable measures every year at the Ski Opening to reduce waste and protect the environment:
- Use of reusable cups and active waste separation
- Biodegradable plates
- Regional products from the region
- Promotion of public transport (ÖBB)
- Shorter transport routes thanks to regional infrastructure
- No large fireworks displays - they may look spectacular, but they are too damaging to the environment
