Brixentaler Antlassritt

In 2026, during the summer opening in the Kitzbühel Alps, the Brixental Valley Antlassritt horse procession will take place again.

Tradition is very important in the Brixen valley - the "Antlassritt" has been taking place in the Brixen valley for over 375 years.
Every year locals and guests alike look forward to this impressive procession with beautifully decorated horses through the valley with approx. 80 horsemen from Brixen, Kirchberg and Westendorf participating.

Craft & Farmers' Market with Live Music in Kirchberg

11:00 a.m, the Craft and Farmers' Market kicks off – featuring lovingly handmade products, traditional crafts, and regional delicacies to enjoy.

Live music and great atmosphere will be provided by “Die Brixentaler Light”!

-1:00 p.m.: Open-air concert by the Kirchberg Brass Band at the village square in Kirchberg

-4:00 p.m.: Concert by the Federal Brass Band Aschau at the village square in Kirchberg´-

-6:00 p.m.: Official opening of the 10th International Choir Association Meeting in Kirchberg

12.00 noon: The riders from Westendorf and Kirchberg meet outside the churches of their respective villages.
1.00 p.m.: Approx. 90 riders, including the priests from the parishes of Kirchberg, Brixen and Westendorf meet outside the parish church in Brixen and proceed on their adorned horses from Brixen to the chapel in Klausen, Kirchberg.
2.00 p.m.: The horseback procession passes through Kirchberg and is accommpanied by the brass bands from Kirchberg and Aschau through the town.

The priests bless the spectators with the Blessed Sacrament and the riders say the rosary aloud, at various stages throughout the procession. After the gospel readings and blessing at the Klausen chapel, and a short rest, the procession begins the same return route.

WARNING: The main road between Kitzbühel and Brixen im Thale is closed from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.!