Event Dates
From: Saturday, March 21, 2026
To: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Winter Pride Solden 2026
Splden presents its annual Winter Pride celebrations with dining, apres ski, circuit parties and, of course, lots of action on the piste!
Winter Pride Solden 2026
From Intimate Mountain Dinners to International Circuit Parties – Solden has it all! The event, formerly known as “Gay Snow Happening” returns this years as “Winter Pride Solden”, a fun-packed skiing and event week in one of Austria’s top winter sports resorts.
The Ski Week
- Next Edition: Saturday 21st March 2026 – Saturday 28th March 2026.
- Gay Snow Happening! Sees hundreds of guys from across Europe descend on Sölden for this fun-packed skiing and party week in one of Austria’s top winter sports resorts. Sölden’s rainbow week has become one of the undisputed highlights in Austria’s event calendar.
Where to stay?
- Solden is a popular skiing destination, so book your stay well in advance. The following hotels are recommended:
- Hotel Regina – 4 star hotel located close to the cable car and just 5 minutes walk to the centre
- Vaya Solden – Luxurious option with a stunning spa and panoramic views.
Getting to Solden
- Fly to Innsbruck airport for a trip to Sölden. It is the most convenient and just an hour away from the resort.
- Salzburg airport and Munich airport are both included as Salzburg is popular for holiday charter flights and Munich offers a wide range of long-haul scheduled arrivals. Both involve lengthy transfers from the airport
The Skiing
- Sölden boasts an incredible 150 km of immaculate slopes, skiers and snowboarders can conquer the ski area’s highest peaks.
- But there is also plenty of adventurous routes for beginners and slightly advanced skiers and snowboarders.
- Or you can just relax in the town with friends and do a bit of shopping, there is plenty to keep you occupied.
- Stay in the centre of town at the Liebe Sonne, a 4 star hotel with a ski school, ski rental, beautiful indoor pool and spacious rooms, rated “Superb” by guests.
DAY / DATE / TIME EVENT LOCATION SATURDAY 21.03.2026 – 12pm-6pm Check-In – pick up event passes and goodie bags. WINTER PRIDE Welcome Desk – Freizeit Arena Sölden SUNDAY 22.03.2026 – 10am Ski Guiding – three groups (non-skiers: sled session). Meeting point – Bergstation Giggijoch / Welcome Desk MONDAY 23.03.2026 – 8:30am-10am Sindy’s Secret Treasure Hunt – road books + survival bags, treasure hunt on snow. Welcome Desk – Freizeit Arena Sölden MONDAY 23.03.2026 – 2pm-2:30pm Hand-In + Results – return road books and results. Panorama Alm TUESDAY 24.03.2026 – 10am Ski Guiding (Gurgl) – two groups (non-skiers: guided alpaka hike). Meeting point – Hochgurglbahn / Welcome Desk WEDNESDAY 25.03.2026 – 10am Ski Guiding – two groups (non-skiers: winter hike). Meeting point – Bergstation Giggijoch / Welcome Desk THURSDAY 26.03.2026 – 11am Fun Race – fastest run, drag time and best outfit awards. Giggijoch FRIDAY 27.03.2026 – 10am Ski Guiding – three groups. Meeting point – Bergstation Giggijoch FRIDAY 27.03.2026 – 2pm WINTER PRIDE MARCH on skis – Pride meet-up on the mountain. Meeting point – Rotkogelhütte SATURDAY 28.03.2026 – anytime Departure Day – individual departures. Sölden The Parties & Activities
- Every day is packed with parties, and while you might be wrapped up during the day, you can be sure to enjoy the warmth by night.
DAY / DATE / TIME EVENT LOCATION SATURDAY 21.03.2026 – 9:30pm WINTER PRIDE Opening Night – “Show your colors – show pride”, drag welcome set, then DJs. MARCO’S Sölden SUNDAY 22.03.2026 – from 3pm Après Ski Classic – welcome drink for event pass holders. Schirmbar SUNDAY 22.03.2026 – 9:30pm Brewery Clubbing – “Beats & Beer”, transfer from Gaislachkoglbahn, open end. Sölsch Brewery MONDAY 23.03.2026 – 3pm Prize Giving + Après Hunt – winners announced, welcome drink for event pass holders, DJ set, open end. Panorama Alm MONDAY 23.03.2026 – from 9pm Karaoke Party – drag-hosted singalong night. GIGGI Tenne TUESDAY 24.03.2026 – 7pm Hut Evening – welcome shot, dinner entertainment, DJ set, dirndl/lederhose dresscode. Annemarie’s Hühnersteign TUESDAY 24.03.2026 – 8:30pm Hut Evening (No dinner option) – transfer + entrance only. Annemarie’s Hühnersteign WEDNESDAY 25.03.2026 – 3pm Rosé im Schnee – rosé tasting session, first glass included for event pass holders. Panorama Alm WEDNESDAY 25.03.2026 – 4pm Après Ski @ Schirmbar – second round of apres with music and drinks. Schirmbar WEDNESDAY 25.03.2026 – 9pm SPLISH – SPLASH Pool Party – “show your speedos”, drinks + DJs. Freizeit Arena Sölden THURSDAY 26.03.2026 – 4pm Prize Giving (Fun Race) – welcome drink for event pass holders. MARCO’S Sölden THURSDAY 26.03.2026 – 9pm One Night Stand UP (Side Event) – comedy/entertainment walk-in evening, meet at Hotel Bergland. Meeting point – Hotel Bergland FRIDAY 27.03.2026 – after After Pride for all – post-march drinks and music. PHILIPP SÖLDEN (Innerwald) FRIDAY 27.03.2026 – 9:30pm WINTER PRIDE CLOSING – “GLITZ & GLAMOUR” farewell night, drag show + DJane. THE VUE Skybar (THE SECRET Hotel) The Ski Fun Race and March
- Thursday 26th March, 2026 – join the Fun Race from 11 am Giggijoch. Strap on your skis and snowboard and off you go. Not only the fastest wins, but also the one who comes closest to the average time of Sindy Sinful and Miss LaThoya and of course the one with the coolest outfit. Finisher schnapps included!
- Friday 27th March, 2026 – The Winter Pride March will leave at 1 pm. meet at base station 6SK Wasserkar (Gaislach), piste 3b and 3 in the direction of Gaislachkogl gondola base station – unpack your rainbow flags. End of the Pride March @ Innerwald.
Popular Venues
- MARCO’S Sölden – a central late-night bar-cafe where sport screens and DJ sets turn into a proper dance floor.
- Freizeit Arena Sölden – the week’s indoor hub for check-in and the pool party, with that “swap boots for speedos” energy.
- Panorama Alm – a mountain apres-ski club setup with indoor DJ sound, “stay for one drink, leave at sunset” trap.
- Schirmbar – classic umbrella-bar apres where the crowd gets loud fast and the tempo barely drops.
- Sölsch Brewery – a local brewery night out where the theme is simple: beer, beats, and a little edge.
- GIGGI Tenne – a rustic wirtshaus vibe in the village that flips neatly into karaoke chaos after dark.
- FALCON Restaurant – a mid-station lunch spot made for long tables, slow courses, and big-window mountain views.
- Rotkogelhütte – high-altitude meeting point where the ski march feel starts on the terrace before it spills onto the slope.
- Annemarie’s Hühnersteign – a piste-side hut known for its party lunches and book-ahead dinner nights.
- Gampe Thaya – an old-school alpine inn mood for the hike/brunch crowd, with food that leans Tyrolean and hearty.
- ICE Q – the “Bond on a mountain” restaurant: polished dining at altitude with views doing half the work.
- PHILIPP SÖLDEN – famous apres address where DJs run the afternoon and everyone ends up shoulder-to-shoulder by the bar.
- THE VUE Skybar – a dress-up closing-night spot with cocktails, rooftop-style swagger, and a clean view over town.
- Bubis Skihütte – a down-to-earth ski hut lunch stop that feels like a local regulars’ terrace when the sun is out.
- Hohe Mut Alm – a Gurgl mountain restaurant built for long sunny lunches, big plates, and wide-open panorama seating.
Dining Out
DAY / DATE / TIME EVENT LOCATION SUNDAY 22.03.2026 – from 12pm Lunch Spot – skiers at Restaurant Schwarzkogl, non-skiers at Bubis Skihütte. Restaurant Schwarzkogl / Bubis Skihütte MONDAY 23.03.2026 – 12pm Gourmet Lunch (Side Event) – 3-course lunch at the mid-station. FALCON Restaurant TUESDAY 24.03.2026 – 12pm Lunch Spot Hohe Mut Alm TUESDAY 24.03.2026 – 7pm Hut Evening Dinner – 2-course dinner included with entertainment. Annemarie’s Hühnersteign TUESDAY 24.03.2026 – 7pm Hut Evening Deluxe (Side Event) – fondue in the “Weindilla” room, champagne, digestif, coffee + water. Weindilla (top floor – Hühnersteign) WEDNESDAY 25.03.2026 – 11am Brunch with Betty Pearl (Side Event) – limited seats, reservation needed. Gampe Thaya WEDNESDAY 25.03.2026 – 12pm Lunch Spot Bubis Skihütte FRIDAY 27.03.2026 – 12pm Luxury Lunch @ ICE Q (Side Event) – 3-course lunch at 3,000m+. ICE Q FRIDAY 27.03.2026 – 12pm Lunch Spot Annemarie’s Hühnersteign
- Enjoy casual fine dining at Liebelei located in the centre of Solden with a delicious menu and warm atmosphere.
- For a delicious snack head to Bubi’s Skihütte a hut restaurant with open fireplace, sun terrace, ice bar and winter garden.
- Best Steak in town at Wine & Dine, a stylish and elegant restaurant for a meal to remember.
- To get in the right mood for the evening enjoy pre-dinner drinks at Umbrella bar @ Hotel Liebe Sonne.
- For Ski Area dining enjoy quick, uncomplicated and delicious food at Sonnblick in Hochsölden (Sölden ski area) and Hohe Mut Alm in Gurgl.
Where to stay in Sölden
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One of Austria’s top winter sports resorts. Sölden’s rainbow week has become one of the undisputed highlights in Austria’s event calendar.
Auweg 3, 6450 Sölden, Austria
Surrounded by the breathtaking mountain scenery of the Ötztal Alps, this 5-star hotel in Sölden offers an award-winning retsaurant and a large spa area. In winter, Das Central – Alpine . Luxury . Life offers a free shuttle bus to the Giggijoch and Gaislachkogl Cable Cars, both of which are 500 m away.
The rooms and suites offer a refined interior and a variety of styles, from a rustic Tyrolean ambience to modern design. Each room provides free WiFi.
Dorfstraße 114, 6450 Sölden, Austria
This modern 5-star hotel in the centre of Sölden is located right next to the new Zentrum-Shuttle Cable Car. It features a 2,200 m² rooftop spa area with an outdoor pool.
Modern design and natural materials characterize the rooms at Hotel Bergland. All have a balcony, a minibar, and satellite TV. The bathrooms have a glass wall. Free WiFi is available.
Hochsöldenstr. 7, 6450 Sölden, Austria
Renovated in summer 2017, the 4-star SUPERIOR - Hotel Enzian is located in Höchsölden, 2,90 m above sea level. There are ski slopes right next to the hotel. An underground car park is also available on site.
The spacious rooms feature cable TV, a seating area, and a bathroom with bathrobes and a hairdryer.
The 1,500 m² spa area promises pure relaxation with an indoor pool, outdoor pool, saunas, infrared cabin, steam room and relaxation areas.
Auweg 2, 6450 Sölden, Austria
Opening in October 2016 in the centre of Sölden, the newly built, luxurious VAYA Sölden is features a spa area with a Finnish sauna, a herbal sauna, a Turkish bath, and panoramic views of the Ötztal Alps. Free WiFi is available, and the Giggijochbahn Cable Car is 600 m away.
The modern rooms and suites offer a balcony with mountain views where guests can enjoy a drink after a busy day from the well-stocked minibar. A flat-screen TV, and a bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries are also featured.
Granbichlstraße 35a, 6450 Sölden, Austria
The 120 m² large apartment features 3 bedrooms with a balcony and a bathroom each, a living room with balcony, a dining area and a sofa bed, and a well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher. Free WiFi
Granbichlstraße 25, 6450 Sölden, Austria
The accommodation features a balcony, with mountain views, a bathroom and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some of the units additionally come with outdoor furniture, a safety deposit box and cleaning products.
Panoramastraße 35, 6450 Sölden, Austria
Cozy apartment in the center of Sölden. Living room with flat screen TV, 2 bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen with a Dishwasher. bathroom with bath and shower. WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Plörweg 6, 6450 Sölden, Austria
The apartment provides guests with a balcony, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a fridge, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. An oven,
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Bergland Design
5 Star, Luxury
- 5-star, central Sölden, rooftop spa with pool.
- Close to the town.
- Balcony, minibar, satellite TV.
- Contemporary luxury with stunning spa, ideal for relaxation and exploration in the Alps.
Das Central Alpine
5 Star, Readers Choice
- 5-star, Ötztal Alps, award-winning restaurant.
- Close to the town.
- Refined interior, various styles.
- Exquisite alpine elegance, perfect for mountain scenery lovers and winter sports enthusiasts.
Hotel Enzian
4 Star, Great Value
- 4-star, Höchsölden location, ski-in ski-out.
- Close to the town.
- Cable TV, seating area, bathroom.
- Ski slope adjacent, offering a serene and sporty retreat with luxurious spa facilities.
VAYA Sölden
4 Star, Location
- 4-star, new in 2016, spa with panoramic views.
- Close to the town
- Balcony, mountain views, minibar.
- Modern and luxurious, perfect for enjoying breathtaking mountain scenery.
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