The countdown is on: From October 3 to 5, 2025, Hintertux will once again become the hotspot of the international freestyle community. For the 21st time, the Hintertux Park Opening marks the start of the winter season on the Hintertux Glacier – a weekend full of style, progression, and true community spirit. What began as a small regional glacier season kickoff has grown into a staple in the European freestyle scene – and in 2025, it even serves as the opening event of the prestigious Rock A Rail Ski & Snowboard Tour. Before the rail-tour heads into urban settings (Thun, Innsbruck, Riga, and The Hague) later in the fall, it launches in Zillertal in the heart of the Alps, with Hintertux as the first stop.

This year, the Opening once again offers a mix of beloved highlights and fresh new features:
Werni Stock’s Transfer Games by Quiksilver in Betterpark Hintertux bring creativity and airtime to the forefront. At the Kids Shred with snowboard icon Gigi Rüf and Ästhetiker veteran Steve Gruber, young talents gain their first valuable freestyle experience. The Snowfest Village at the Fernerhaus features an art installation and the free test area – where riders can try out the latest gear of the season right where it matters most: on snow. And the action isn’t limited to the mountain: The Movie Night at the Tux Center and parties at the Hohenhaus Tenne have been part of the tradition for years – perfect opportunities to celebrate, connect, and get stoked for the winter ahead.

Rock A Rail goes Hintertux - Rock A Rail stands for pure street-style, creative tricks and lines, and authentic jibbing – raw, technical, and inspiring. The open qualification in Betterpark Hintertux gives all motivated riders the chance to earn a coveted spot in the main Rock A Rail event at the valley station. Here, top snowboarders and skiers gather for the first showdown of the tour. And there is more on the line than just the glory: The top 3 men and women in each sport will qualify directly for Rock A Rail Thun (one week later), as well as for the third tour stop at Snowfest Innsbruck at the end of November.

More Than Just a Park Opening: A Movement - The Hintertux Park Opening is more than just an event – it’s an annual gathering of the freestyle family. It’s not just about tricks and podiums, but about the shared lifestyle that defines freestyle culture: creativity, mutual support, progression, and the relentless drive to try something new. Whether you’re a pro, local, or rookie – at the Opening, everyone is part of the crew.