THE PROGRAMME
Alpine Music, Art & Wellness Festival (JAN 23-26)
The countdown has begun, and preparations are in full swing. Our artist schedule is being finalized and will be shared shortly. However, we don't want to keep you waiting, so here are the highlights in the right chronological order:
DAY#1 | JAN 23
_ Festival Opening Vernissage ECLIPSE
When: Thursday, 17.00-18.00
What: Waterfall Art Installation & A/V Live Performance
Where: Waterfall Bridge (Centre Bad Gastein) | public access
Who: Lichterloh x Austrian Apparel | presented by N26
The iconic waterfalls of Bad Gastein serve as the canvas for a dynamic light installation named Eclipse. Lighthouse X Lichterloh - with the support of Kur- & Tourismusverband Bad Gastein, Parallel Art Fair and presented by N26 - present an outdoor live audiovisual performance at the waterfall bridge, in collaboration with Dominik Traun of Austrian Apparel. The collective transforms the luminous arc into a symphony of light and synthesizer sounds. After this live performance, and before heading to the night venues we offer food & natural wine at our own installed food pop-up „POPCHOP Grilled Cheese“ at Villa Bergfriede.
_ Grand Opening POPCHOP Grilled Cheese House & Warm-Up Cocktail Party
When: Thursday, 18.00-00.00
What: XO Chopped Cheese Steak & Vintage Alpine Cocktails & DJ-Sounds
Where: Villa Bergfriede | Official Festival Info Point Day#1
Who: hosted by XO x Rausch | spiced by Van den Berg
Getting a proper dinner in Bad Gastein isn’t that easy—either the top 3 spots are fully booked, your hotel offers one and you miss it because of partying, or the opening hours don’t match your personal schedule. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! We’ve curated a beautiful food & drinks lineup with our invited hosts and guest chefs. For the opening we hook up with the famous crew from XO-Beef to serve a ‚Chopped Cheese Steak‘ (Baguette with grilled XO Beef, Onions, JUMI Cacio e Pepe Sauce, mixed pickles, and herbs. Vegetarian alternative available! As a drink special for the first night we offer Vintage Alpine Cocktails by Rausch bar, based in Vienna. Food and cocktails are spiced by Van den Berg.
Important Info: For all who arrive already on day one, Villa Bergfriede will be also open from 14.00 till midnight - as the only place - to pick up your festival wristband showing your QR-Code ticket (or guestlist name). There will be no ticket box at the following night venues, so stopping by there is a must to get access.
NIGHT#1 | JAN 23
_ Opening Music Night
When: Thursday, 21.00-04.00
Venues: Wiener Saal, Ginger n Gin + Bergfriede (till 00.00)
Artists: TT will be announced soon
Tickets: LHF Wristband only
Before we dive into an intense 15-hour-a-day experience from Friday to Sunday morning, we'll launch the music line-up on the festival's opening night at two nighttime venues, both located in the underground area of the unique Belle Époque architecture of the Grand Hotel del’Europe.
A few days before the festival kicks off, we will launch our dedicated LIGHTHOUSE+ App, designed to provide you with general information, schedules, artist lineups, side events, and especially important last-minute tips and updates via push notifications. Once you arrive in winter wonderland, the app will serve as our primary communication channel. It is essential to use it, as we will provide crucial updates, such as weather information or any changes that may arise. The download link will be shared once all content is LIVE.
DAY#2 | JAN 24
_ Hangover/Late Breakfast Lounge @ POPCHOP Grilled Cheese House
When: Friday, 10.00-13.00
Where: Villa Bergfriede | public access, first come first served
Who: served by XO crew | presented by Julius Meinl
Food specials are changing daily, we kick off with:
XO Breakfast Toasty (Toasted Brioche, Tamago, XO Beef Pastrami, JUMI Raclette, Red Onions). Bonus: FREE specialty coffee presented by Julius Meinl
Getting breakfast in Bad Gastein is not easy, either there will be offered one in your hotel, but do not expect some special offer and most likely you will miss it anyway because every hour more sleep is gonna be essential for the next 18hrs ride, talking by our own experience. That said, on Friday morning there will be served a tasty breakfast menu, created and served by our special invited guest chefs. On top of that we are happy to welcome Julius Meinl who are keen to offer free take-away coffee for everyone who stops by.
_ LIGHTHOUSE ALM-RAVE
When: Friday, 12.00-21.00
What: 2 Floors, In- & Outdoor
Venue: Bellevue Alm
Who: Headlining Shanti Celeste, TT announced soon
Tickets:
Strictly entrance control with LHF Wristband only (‚Einsersessel-Lift‚ included in festival pass).
Join us for our last year's highlight event, we do it again at the legendary Bellevue Alm, starting at 12:00! We’ll feature our first major headliner. Please note that access is only available via the ski slope from Stubnerkogel (lift pass required skigastein.com) or the one-seater lift from Bellevue Alm Talstation (costs up & down are included in your festival pass, access this time strictly for LHF festival guests!). To help avoid queues during peak hours (approximately 1-3 PM), you have also the option to hike up on foot—think of it as a fun workout! It's a scenic 20-minute walk that you can enjoy with friends. However, we recommend arriving early!
_ APRES SKI Schirmzelt
When: Friday, from 16.00+
What: Original Almdudler Almrauschparty
Venue: Bellevue Alm (2nd Floor)
Who: feat. Madagassa | presented by Almdudler
We all know those classic ‚Schirmzelt‘ parties—they're practically a cultural treasure of Austrian winter tourism. You might love them or hate them, but don't worry, we're doing it our LHF way. One of our crew members has been preparing his set for more than 1 year, that said a self-proclaimed non-DJ will host the event, delighting us with zero transitions, no concept, and surprisingly good taste. And that's exactly his secret to success. This is gonna be fun, fun, fun!
_ Almdudler Nachtrodeln (night tobogganing)
When: Friday, 18.00-21.30
Venue: Downhill from Bellevue Alm | presented by Almdudler
Your festival pass includes a round-trip on the lift chair (‚Einsersessellift‘), so feel free to relax and enjoy the ride down after the Alm-Rave! For those looking to ramp up the excitement, you can also rent a toboggan for a thrilling ride down. With your LHF wristband, you’ll get one downhill ride for just 5 EUR. Just stop by the cash counter next to the lift chair, and we’ll hand you your toboggan!
A quick note: our security team is trained to ensure everyone’s safety, so if you’ve had a bit too much to drink, they won't let you go down on the toboggan. But don't worry, you can always take the lift chair back down for free. We want everyone to have fun, but safety comes first!
_ POPCHOP Grilled Cheese House & Cocktail Party
When: Friday, 18.00-00.00
What: Natty Wines & Cheesy Delights & DJ-Sounds
Where: Villa Bergfriede
Who: hosted by Jumi x Rausch | spiced by Van den Berg
Tickets: public access
Food Special: Jumi „Fondue Kimchi DOG“ !
Drink Special: @SCHOEDLFAMILY Natural Wine Tasting with Viktoria Schödl
NIGHT#2 | JAN 24
_ Bad Gastein CITY TAKE OVER by Night
When: Saturday, 21.00-05.00 + some add-on hours tba.
Venues: Kraftwerk, Wiener Saal, Ginger n Gin, Bergfriede, Good Gastein & More
Artists: TT will be announced soon
Info: Check the LIGHTHOUSE+ App (updated soon)
DAY#3 | JAN 25
_ Hangover/Late Breakfast Lounge @ POPCHOP Grilled Cheese House
When: Saturday, 10.00-13.00
Where: Villa Bergfriede | public access, first come first served
Who: served by Jumi | presented by Julius Meinl
On Saturday we will serve again our last (Sunday closed) tasty breakfast menu as you will need it for sure, this time created and served by our special invited guest crew JUMI Cheese.
Food Special: Jumi Truffle or Balsamico Grilled Cheese Toast
Bonus: FREE specialty coffee presented by Julius Meinl
_ ALPINE PANORAMA RAVE (2200m)
When: Saturday, 12.00-16.00
What: Outdoor Mountain Event
Venue: Stubnerkogel (Gondel-Station on top of Mountain)
Who: Headlining DJ HELL, TT announced soon | in collab w/SKIGASTEIN
Tickets:
This event is fully included in the festival pass (w/LHF Wristband). BUT also single tickets incl. lift transport (round-trip without ski) at the doors are also still available as capacity is big enough for everyone.
We’ve been planning this special event for more than one year, and it falls under the category of truly exceptional venues. Here’s a sneak peek: the logistical challenge for our production team is absolutely worth it for the expansive panoramic view at 2,200 meters in the Hohe Tauern region.
Important info:
Event Check-In: Starting at 11:00 AM at the Stubnerkogel valley station at our Info Point. If you don’t already have a lift ticket, you can pick it up there together with your wristband —it’s included in the festival price!
Gondola ride: You’ll take the gondola straight to the summit at 2,200 meters. At the Top: A mountain peak restaurant awaits you with warm Kaiserschmarrn or Käsespätzler (traditional dishes you should not miss) on the menu. The open-air dance floor is located to the left of the gondola exit. Last Gondola Descent: 4:30 PM. From there, we’ll head straight to the thermal spa for the pool party which is opposite the ski-station.
There will also be a single event ticket box starting at 11:00 AM at the Stubnerkogel valley station (including gondola transport) for spontaneous guests from the region, just watch out at our own branded stand (not the Gasteiner counter).
This event can only take place in suitable weather conditions. In case of a last-minute cancellation, we have an alternative location with the same lineup ready to go. Any updates will be announced shortly beforehand through our festivl app (coming soon).
_ GRAND LIGHTHOUSE POOL PARTY
When: Saturday, 16.00-21.00
What: Gasteiner Infinity Tour Stop / Thermal Spa Take-Over
Venue: Felstentherme presented by Gasteiner Infinity
Who: Headlining SEDEF ADASI
Tickets:
Grab your full festival pass (ofc. included) or Saturday „Day & Night“ pass only to get access. If you are join last minute, there might be tickets at the doors but we can not guarantee as capacity is limited. Check out our LIGHTHOUSE+ App to get updates.
Get ready for an unforgettable later afternoon of music, fun, and pure energy as we kick off the Gasteiner Infinity GRAND POOL PARTY! Starting at 16:00, this year's edition promises to elevate your experience to new heights. Featuring the incredible sounds of Sedef Adasi, Denny Voltage, and the LHF Squad, this event is set to transform what began last year as a cozy spa & sauna gathering into a full-blown, vibrant pool party like no other. With a state-of-the-art VOID sound system providing the ultimate audio experience, this promises to be a feast for the senses. The entrance (with whristband) to this event is free of costs as also included in your fesitval pass. Don’t forget your bathrobe to take with you.
_ POPCHOP Grilled Cheese House & Cocktail Party
When: Saturday, 18.00-00.00
What: Croquettes & Sausages, ofc w/cheese
Where: Villa Bergfriede
Who: hosted by Alles Wurscht x Rausch | spiced by Van den Berg
Tickets: public access
Food Special: Spiced JUMI Cheese Croquettes and Cheesy Sausages
Drink Special: Apéro Alpin spiced by Van den Berg
NIGHT#3 | JAN 25
_ Bad Gastein CITY TAKE OVER by Night
When: Saturday, 21.00-05.00 + some add-on hours tba.
Venues: Kraftwerk, Wiener Saal, Ginger n Gin, Bergfriede, Good Gastein & More
Artists: TT will be announced soon
Info: Check the LIGHTHOUSE+ App (updated soon)
For those looking for a more relaxed vibe or needing to recharge between skiing, partying, spa sessions, or indulging in our incredible food offerings, be sure to check out our daily Yoga & Retreat program. The schedule will be released soon, so stay tuned on our app for updates.
FESTIVAL INFO POINT / TICKET BOX:
As a dynamic festival, our official info point moves daily based on the time and venue. This is your first stop to collect your festival wristband and connect with us. Upon arrival in Bad Gastein—whether by train or car—you can either check in at your hotel first or head directly to the designated spot (see times below), depending on when you arrive in town.
THUR | JAN 23
14.00-24.00 | Villa Bergfriede
FR | JAN 24
11.30-20.00 | Liftvalley Station Bellevue Alm
(you will find it on google maps under „Bellevue Alm Sessellift“, down the mountain)
21.00-01.00 | Badeschloss (Reception)
SAT | JAN 25
11.30-15.00 | Stubnerkogel Liftvalley (Talstation Info Point)
15.30-20.00 | Felsentherme (Entrance)
21.00-01.00 | Badeschloss (Reception)