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Tirol is poised and ready to welcome the cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me of international winter sports and play host to a series of thrilling competitions. The heart of the Alps holds special allure not only for mountain enthusiasts, but also for the international sporting elite. The winter sports calendar for 2025\/26 promises yet another wealth of highlights, with some of the world\u2019s finest athletes competing in a wide range of disciplines. Here\u2019s a taste of some of the most exciting events coming up this winter in Tirol:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Von 25. bis 26. Oktober 2025 findet das AUDI FIS Ski Weltcup Opening in S\u00f6lden statt. © GEPA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

AUDI FIS Ski World Cup Opening S\u00f6lden \u2022 25th to 26th October 2025<\/strong>
This event heralds the winter season in S\u00f6lden for the 32nd time. The world’s elite ski racers will kick off their season with two giant slalom races on the Rettenbach Glacier. The women’s competition is scheduled for Saturday, followed by the men’s on Sunday. Tickets for this year’s thrilling races are already available. www.soelden.com\/en\/events-leisure-tips\/events\/audi-fis-ski-world-cup-opening<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

FIS Freeski World Cup Stubai \u2022 19th to 22nd November 2025<\/strong>
Around 90 athletes from 20 nations will showcase their skills at the 2025 FIS Freeski World Cup on the Stubai Glacier. Olympians and world champions from the freeski scene will compete in the Slopestyle event at the Snowpark Stubai Zoo, vying for the first World Cup points of the season. www.stubaier-gletscher.com\/en\/winter\/snow-park\/fis-freeski-world-cup-stubai\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

AUDI FIS Ski World Cup Gurgl \u2022 22nd to 23rd November 2025<\/strong> After two hugely successful years, the AUDI FIS Ski World Cup returns for a third time to Gurgl, \u00d6tztal. The men\u2019s slalom kicks off on the demanding Kirchenkar run in Hochgurgl on Saturday, before the women take to the starting line on Sunday. Exclusive evening events at the Gurgl Carat in Obergurgl, together with a packed programme of supporting activities, ensure a full weekend of entertainment for spectators. Once again, the World Cup in Gurgl will be staged under the \u201cGreen Events Austria\u201d label, guaranteeing environmentally responsible event practices. www.gurgl.com\/en\/events-leisure-tips\/events\/audi-fis-ski-world-cup<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ebersp\u00e4cher Luge World Cup \u2022 5th to 7th December 2025<\/strong>
The World Cup returns to the artificial track in Innsbruck-Igls, with singles, mixed and team relay races on the programme! After months of rigorous training, Austria\u2019s premier lugers will once again demonstrate their prowess on home ice. With the recent renovation of the track, this year\u2019s competition promises to be especially gripping: the men and women must adapt to the new conditions presented by the demanding 15 curves of the icy channel in Igls, nestled beneath Mount Patscherkofel. www.rodel-austria.at\/weltcup-igls<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BMW IBU Biathlon World Cup, Hochfilzen \u2022 12th to 14th December 2025<\/strong>
A perennial highlight of the biathlon calendar, the Biathlon World Cup in Hochfilzen sees the world\u2019s finest biathletes meet mid-December to compete in the sprint, pursuit and relay disciplines. Fans can once again look forward to some exciting races and an impressive supporting programme in the Kitzb\u00fchel Alps, with an electrifying atmosphere in the stadium! www.biathlon-hochfilzen.at\/competition-program.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Spannende Wettk\u00e4mpfe und ein beeindruckendes Rahmenprogramm beim BMW IBU Weltcup Biathlon in Hochfilzen. © GEPA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Four Hills Tournament \u2013 Bergisel Ski Jump Innsbruck \u2022 3rd to 4th<\/sup> January 2026<\/strong>
As part of the 74th Four Hills Tournament, the world\u2019s best ski jumpers will once again gather at the Bergisel in Innsbruck at the start of January. The competition guarantees breathtaking action in the famous spectator-filled stadium with its unique buzz, dramatic mountain backdrop and panoramic views over the city. A spectacular way to launch the sporting year. https:\/\/en.vierschanzentourneeinnsbruck.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

86th International Hahnenkamm Races Kitzb\u00fchel \u2022 23rd to 25th January 2026<\/strong>
Jumps of up to 80 metres, gradients as steep as 85 percent, and speeds of up to 140 km\/h: The 86th International Hahnenkamm Races in Kitzb\u00fchel are an undisputed highlight of the men\u2019s alpine skiing calendar. The action begins on Friday with the Super-G, followed by Saturday\u2019s legendary Streif Downhill, the ultimate adrenaline rush. Sunday rounds things off with the world\u2019s best slalom racers fighting for glory. A weekend bursting with thrills and unforgettable drama for all ski fans! www.hahnenkamm.com\/en\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

FIS Nordic Combined Triple Seefeld \u2022 30th<\/sup> January to 1st February 2026<\/strong>
Seefeld will once again be transformed into the hub of Nordic skiing in early February 2026, as it hosts the 13th edition of the Nordic Combined Triple. The world’s best athletes compete here not only for victory, but also for double World Cup points in a race format that guarantees constant excitement for competitors and fans alike \u2013 all the way through to the grand finale on Sunday. www.weltcup-seefeld.com\/en\/<\/a>   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freeride World Tour Fieberbrunn \u2022 5th to 10th <\/strong>March 2026<\/strong>
In March, the Pillerseetal Valley will once again host the only German-speaking stop on the Freeride World Tour. As one of the Tour\u2019s flagship events, Fieberbrunn challenges the world\u2019s freeride elite with the fearsome north face of the Wildseeloder \u2013 a slope famed for its rocky descents. From the summit at 2,118 metres, riders launch themselves onto a pitch of up to 70 degrees, covering 620 vertical metres in one breathtaking run. At the Event Village by the Fieberbrunn cable car base station, live music, DJs, ski tests, opening ceremonies and prizegivings create an infectious freeride vibe. Meanwhile, the Contest Village at the Wildalmen offers spectators a front-row view of the action. www.fwt-fieberbrunn.com\/en\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"FIS
Der FIS Freeski Weltcup Stubai vom 19. bis 22. November 2025 am Stubaier Gletscher. © Sebastian Marko<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Details may be subject to change.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information about Tirol\u2019s top sporting events, please visit www.tyrol.com\/activities\/events\/top-sport-events<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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