On Saturday, August 23, a celebration of tradition, musical diversity, and the joy of life awaits.
At 10:00 AM, the official opening of the Salzburg Harvest Festival begins – with the grand parade as the undisputed highlight of the weekend!
Magnificently decorated floats, proud horseback riders, four marching bands, numerous local associations, and honorary guests from past decades will parade through the village street, showcasing the rich diversity of the region.
Following the opening speeches, the ceremonial beer tapping will take place, followed by a lively morning pint celebration with performances by four music bands.
Program:
12:00–2:30 PM - Morning Pint Music (Frühschoppen)
Römerplatz: Bürgermusikkapelle Bad Gastein
Kirchplatz: Embacher Böhmische
Gemeindepark: U-14 Musi
Alte Straße: Trachtenmusikkapelle Bad Hofgastein
3:00–6:00 PM - Various folk music groups performing along the village street:
Silberkrugmusi, Toiwärts Musi, Auhäusl Musi, Die Freunde, Gasteiner Tanzlmusi
From 7:00 PM
Römerplatz: Die Gruppe Gastein
Kirchplatz: Erotik Echo Ebenau & Steinbauer Max
Gemeindepark: Die Alpenpiraten
Alte Straße: Dorfbrasserie
A varied supporting program offers entertainment:
Impressive agricultural machinery exhibition
Traditional mowing competition
Craft and market stalls
Culinary Delights
Pleasure is certainly not forgotten.
Look forward to regional specialties and traditional treats such as:
Hearty Dishes:
Salzburg-style beer beef, braised lamb shank, goulash, farmer’s kebab, meat dumplings with sauerkraut, pork chops, game ragout, autumn-style roast pork, Bosna sausage, lard bread with cracklings
Vegetarian Options:
Traditional herb dumplings, bread with spreads, cheese noodles (Kasnock'n)
Sweet Treats:
Doughnuts, cakes, French toast (Pofesen), shredded pancakes (Kaiserschmarrn), blueberry shredded pancakes (Schwarzbeerschmarrn)
Fun for the Little Ones
A colorful children’s program awaits:
Climbing mountain, carousel, bungee trampoline, craft stations, face painting, bounce house, stick building, glass blowing
