Event Dates
From: Thursday, August 28, 2025
To: Sunday, August 31, 2025
Austria Pink Lake Festival 2025
Four day event set on the stunning Worthersee lake full of colourful parties and pretty boys!
Austria Pink Lake Festival 2025 a unique and fun event.
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
- Next Edition: Thursday 28th August – Sunday 31st August, 2025.
- 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.
- Awaiting full program for the 2025 edition. Use the following as a guide:
Welcome Party
- 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 28th – 31st 2025 – 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
- Thursday – 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
- Friday – 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 – 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
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Hotel Goritschnigg is our proffered
place, great location close to the parties
Official Website
For further information and advice on
Pink Lake Festival visit The Website
Gay Map of Velden
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.
Schlosspark 1, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
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.
Overlooking the town and the lake, the 3,600 m² Acquapura Spa features exclusive saunas, a steam room, and a wide selection of massages and beauty treatments which use Babor and Anne Semonin products. A modern gym with views of the lake.
Klagenfurter Str. 26 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
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 at Barry Memle offer views to the resort’s park and some even feature lake views. They all have satellite TV, electronic safes, a kitchen, and a bathroom with hairdryer and vanity mirrors. Free WiFi is available all over the resort and in the rooms without password.
Auen-Suduferstraße 154 9220 Schiefling am See, Austria
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 at Seehotel Vinzenz 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.
Quellenweg 97, 9535 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
Directly located on the quiet southern shore of Lake Wörthersee, 3.5 km from the center 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 and hairdryer. All rooms are accessible by lift.
Markus-Pernhart-Straße 5, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with garden views. a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi.
Mößlacherstraße 14, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. free WiFi. Featuring & private parking
Süduferstraße 27, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave and fridge, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer.
Süduferstraße 73, 9220 Augsdorf, Austria
Offers free WiFi and a terrace overlooking the lake and the mountains. Velden’s center can be reached in a 15-minute walk. The bungalows feature a living room with a flat-screen satellite TV, a kitchen, and a bathroom.
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Falkensteiner
5 Star, Luxury
- 5-star, lakeshore location, award-winning spa.
- A short walk from Monte Caelo Platz Wörthersee.
- Luxurious rooms, lake views.
- Perfect for a lavish retreat with top-notch spa facilities and exclusive lake access, steps away from entertainment.
Barry Memle
4 Star, On the Lake
- 4-star, private beach, 7,000 m² park.
- A short walk from Monte Caelo Platz Wörthersee.
- Satellite TV, fully equipped kitchen, and WiFi.
- Ideal for enjoying a private beach setting and relaxing in spacious park surroundings, with 24-hour spa access.
Flairhotel
4 Star, Great Value
- 4-star, southern shore, private beach.
- Short taxi ride from Monte Caelo Platz Wörthersee.
- HD TV, safe, free toiletries.
- Offers serene lakeside tranquility, private beach relaxation, and convenient indoor pool facilities, a short drive from Velden.
Seehotel Vinzenz
4 Star, Location
- 4-star, lakefront, family-run, own beach.
- Short taxi ride away from Monte Caelo Platz Wörthersee.
- Balcony, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi.
- Perfect for families seeking a peaceful lakeside stay with personal beach access and fresh fish dining options.
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