Event Dates
From: Thursday, August 29, 2024
To: Sunday, September 1, 2024
Four day event set on the stunning Worthersee lake full of colourful parties and pretty boys!
Set on the stunning Wörthersee lake this four day event gets busier every year with over 3000 people attending last year’s events. The beach club, the roller disco, Almdudler costume party and the pink lake boat cruise party, are some of our favourite events during the Pink Lake Festival.
- Wörthersee books up far in advance, especially during the high Summer Season, so book your stay early. Stay close to the parties in the Pörtschach am Wörthersee district.
Wörthersee
- Wörthersee is Austria’s sun-kissed jewel, where alpine charm meets shimmering waters.
- Just a hop away from Klagenfurt Airport (KLU), it offers a blend of relaxation and adventure.
- Enjoy paddleboarding by day and lakeside dining by night.
- Nestled amidst mountains and forests, Wörthersee is an escape from the everyday, giving you a taste of Austria’s natural beauty.
- Vienna is approximately 320 kilometers (about 200 miles) northeast of Wörthersee.
Welcome Party
- Awaiting dates – At the Pörtschach Promenade Magic
- From 8 p.m. live music with SaxFred on the veranda by the lake (near the tennis courts)
- 10:30 p.m. fire show in the Werzer tennis arena
Beach Club on Pink Island
- August 29th – Sept 1st 2024 –The flower island in the Promenadenbad Pörtschach will be the “Pink Island” again from Thursday to Sunday.
- Chilled DJ music, fun beach games, water sports and a small but fine gastro offering await! Relax all day after the wild party nights of the Pink Lake festival.
Almdudler Almrausch Party
- August 29th, 2024 – Leonstain Castle – At the “Almdudler Almrausch Party”, Enjoy an Oktoberfest atmosphere complete with the traditional “Dirnd’l & Lederhosen – Dresscode” and a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
- Enjoy rustic music, official beer tapping and hearty dishes from the grill, the perfect ingredients for an atmospheric kick-off night.
- Opens at 5.30pm. Party begins at 9pm.
Pink Lake Club Night
- August 30th , 2024 – From 7 p.m.: PRE-CLUB (warm up) at Monte-Carlo-Platz
- From 9:00 p.m. until the wee hours: PINK CLUB NIGHT in the factory: live DJs at the turntables, shows and go-go dancers
Boat cruise party
- Saturday, August 31st at 7pm – The highlight of the festival is the “Boat Cruise Party” on the turquoise blue waters of Lake Wörthersee – on three Wörthersee ships! Through the spectacular mooring (tying together), the three ships become the largest dance floor on the lake in the course of the evening.
- Boarding from 7 p.m. at the Pörtschach-Werzer landing stage
- Duration: 3 hours (start and end in Pörtschach)
Recommended hotels in Worthersee
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Falkensteiner Schlosshotel, Barry Memle, Flairhotel, Seehotel
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Hotel Goritschnigg is our proffered
place, great location close to the parties
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All of the events take place on Lake Woerthersee. Nestled at the foot of the Alps, it’s not only beautiful, but also one of the warmest lakes in Europe. So it’s perfect for swimming, boating, water skiing, sailing, parasailing, banana boat rides….or just sitting with a nice bottle of wine and enjoying the incredible view.
The Pink Lake SOL Beach Club is located at Park’s Hotel in Velden, and offers the perfect atmosphere to relax, swim in the pristine alpine lake and soak up the late summer sun. This Beach Club’s amazing location offers an expanse of fine sand beach, direct access to the lake and a huge roof terrace.
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We have chosen hotels in Velden that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars
A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, right at the shore of Lake Wörthersee and just steps away from the casino, Schlosshotel Velden includes an award-winning spa (open all year long), an indoor pool, and a spacious garden with an outdoor pool. In summer, the Beach Club features private lake access. Free WiFi is available in the entire hotel. Also a modern gym with views of the lake
Surrounded by a 7,000 m² park with a private shallow beach, the Barry Memle is located right on the shore of Lake Wörth. Guests can use the spa area including an indoor pool, a sauna, a sun bed, and an infrared cabin free of charge 24 hours a day. The rooms offer views to the resort’s park. They all have satellite TV, electronic safes, a kitchen, and a bathroom. Free WiFi
Directly located on the quiet southern shore of Lake Wörthersee, 3.5 km from the centre of Velden, the Flairhotel features a private beach with deck chairs and sunshades, an indoor pool with a conservatory, and free WiFi access in the entire property. The Flairhotel’s rooms offer a full HD flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safe, and a bathroom with free toiletries. All rooms are accessible by lift.
Situated right at the banks of the Wörthersee lake, the family-run Seehotel Vinzenz features its own beach and an à-la-carte restaurant serving fresh fish from the lake. All rooms have a balcony, a flat-screen TV and offer free Wi-Fi. From your room you can enjoy views of the lake or of the quiet garden behind the house. All rooms have a private bathroom equipped with toiletries and a hairdryer.
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