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Events around Lake Klopein

All year round, all kinds of events take place around Lake Klopeiner See to sweeten your holiday happiness at our baby & children's hotel. In addition to numerous activities as part of our childcare programme, such as hiking excursions, farm visits or a fun ride on the funicular, there are other great events on Lake Klopeiner See that promise a special holiday highlight.

Family Celebration by the lake

21st June 2026 | Sonne & Sonnelino

When children's laughter echoes across the lake and the scent of candyfloss mingles with the fresh summer air, it's time for our big family celebration by the lake. Right at the hotel, in the spacious garden, on the sunbathing lawn and, of course, on our three bathing jetties, you and your family can look forward to a colourful day full of games, fun and shared experiences. The Sonnelino team will make children's eyes light up with a variety of games and little adventures, while you enjoy the special atmosphere by the water.

PROGRAMME:

10:00 – 12:00 
Dido & Beatrice

14:00 – 16:00
Activity stations with stamp collection

  • ‘Duck fishing’: We’ll be fishing for colourful rubber ducks.
  • Barefoot trail: sand, grass & mud
  • Water pistol ball shooting 
  • Limbo dance under the water arch

Creative corner for little artists

  • Stone painting by the lake: Using colourful acrylic markers, we paint small stones and turn them into “lucky beetles” and “fish”
  • Glitter tattoos & face painting: Special designs such as suns, fish or little pirates – themed around the lake, summer and water.

Exercise & Action

  • Mascot parade: Dancing together with Sonnelino in the mini disco. 

Food & Drink

  • Cotton candy, ice cream van, popcorn, cocktails

17:30 – 19:00
Campfire evening

  • We’ll be toasting marshmallows

We look forward to celebrating this special summer day with you.

Lake in Flames

9th & 10th July 2026 | Firework at Klopeiner See

When Lake Klopeiner See is bathed in a sparkling sea of lights, one of southern Carinthia's most spectacular summer highlights awaits you: Lake in Flames – a two-day festival full of music, culinary delights and magical moments by the water.

On 9th July, the festive atmosphere will be set with promenade magic and an impressive water and light show. Street performers, street theatre and a colourful supporting programme along the promenade will create a summer festival atmosphere around the lake.

On 10th July, the main programme will follow with live music and musical entertainment at several locations, regional delicacies, a farmers' market, a children's programme and a variety of side events. Culinary highlights and musical performances around the lake will make the whole day an experience for all the senses. A free lake shuttle will conveniently connect the event locations.

The highlight of the evening:
At 11 p.m., the spectacular lake fireworks display begins, transforming the night sky above Lake Klopeiner See into an impressive sea of colours. The interplay of music, light and reflections on the water's surface creates goose bump moments and unforgettable memories.

As a guest at the Hotel & Spa Sonne, you can enjoy this light show from a particularly exclusive perspective: from our private bathing jetties, you can experience the fireworks right by the water.

Gourmet Festival at Klopeiner See

12th September 2026 | Center of Seelach

When summer slowly transitions into golden autumn days, the culinary season begins at Lake Klopeiner See. The Lake Festival is the atmospheric start to the gourmet autumn in southern Carinthia inviting you to an evening full of regional specialities and musical entertainment.

From 6 p.m. onwards, a variety of regionally produced delicacies await you in the centre of Seelach. The focus is on the gourmet triangle of bread, wine and salami, accompanied by autumnal beer specialities such as Hirter autumn beer and many other delicacies from the region. The marching band's entrance and open-air concert, atmospheric contributions from the male voice choir, Schuhplattler dancers and hunting horn players, as well as live music throughout the evening, will create the perfect atmosphere.

Regional exhibitors and local producers present their wares in the market tents: homemade products, fine wines, Had'n specialities, locally produced salami and numerous other delicacies invite you to taste, discover and take home.

As a guest at the Hotel & Spa Sonne, you can easily reach the festival and then enjoy the peaceful atmosphere right by the lake – the perfect end to an enjoyable autumn evening.

Lake Klopeiner See Events 2026

To make sure you don't miss anything during your holiday, you can find an overview of all the dates for the upcoming 2026 season here:

March & April

March & April

Date Event
27.03.2026 We are welcoming spring at Hotel Sonne
07.04.2026 World Health Day
06.04. - 18.04.2026 Sonne: Spring yoga days in the sun by the lake
May & June
July & August
September
October

FAQ & Information about the Event Programme

Frequently asked questions about events around Lake Klopein

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Excursions & sightseeing

Excursion destinations around Lake Klopein

Cycling at Lake Klopeiner See

Family happiness on two wheels

Horse back riding on Lake Klopein

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