Waldarena Krumpendorf: Culture, climate and community celebrate reopening!

Waldarena Krumpendorf: Culture, climate and community celebrate reopening!

Krumpendorf, Österreich - Krumpendorf became the center for culture, sustainability and community in 2025. The popular Waldarena on the Wörthersee again opens its gates and is looking forward to numerous visitors. The cultural project has long since established itself beyond Carinthia and offers a diverse program with internationally renowned artists and events.

The Waldarena is financed by voluntary donations that benefit the artists directly. Main organizer Christian Salmhofer is cordially invited to motivate people to participate in cultural life in Krumpendorf. He wants to address important topics such as climate protection, racism and peace and appeals to the community feeling of citizens. Vice Mayor Manfred Bacher emphasizes the excellent cooperation between the community in cultural matters and emphasizes the importance of the Waldarena for Krumpendorf.

culture and sustainability combined

dr. Peter Kaiser, the governor of Carinthia, emphasizes the important connection between culture and climate. Krumpendorf is referred to as a hotspot for a cultural project that is not associated with global warming, but rather with unique venues and a corresponding infrastructure. The climate alliance , as the oldest European climate protection network, plays a central role in the culture: Klima project, which was initiated by Christian Salmhofer.

The Waldarena is known as an event location for the unique connection between nature and culture, a fact that Pastor Hans-Peter Premur underlines. Numerous supporters, such as the association "Lust for Justice", thank Salmhofer for its commitment and the high quality of the events. The positive development of the Waldbühne is also highlighted by the Kult theater group.

an environment for everyone

The conception of the events as "Green Events" aims not only to make cultural contributions, but also to promote awareness of sustainability. In bad weather there are alternatives in the Catholic and Evangelical Church as well as in the Kursaal. It is an important goal that visitors can decide on the entrance fee, which ensures that the income will benefit 100% to the musicians or those affected at benefit events.

The Waldarena is a cultural center of Carinthia and is described by various organizations, such as the Nadrag organic bakery and the veterinary practice "in the case of the skins", as an institution for locals and vacationers. Mayor Gernot Citizens and State Councilor Sara Schaar support the initiatives and emphasize the need to integrate climate protection into all areas of society.