Snowbombing 2010
Snowbombing 2010 is on its way! Now in its 11 year, the world’s greatest snow show returns returns to Mayrhofen, Austria. For those of you that don’t know, Snowbombing is a music festival in the mountains. So, if you don’t like skiing or snowboarding – you’ll still have a great time.
Simply read this blog and find out why you should be heading to Mayrhofen for Snowbombing 2010.
Musical Line Up
Where do we start? Don’t be confused – this is a music festival. It’s not some ski/music show in a pretty ski resort. Well, it is that but the music is a priority. That’s why we’ve got such a great line up this year.
So here goes – FatBoySlim, The Editors, Doves, The Enemy, 2manydjs, Friendly Fires, Vitalic, de la Soul, Scratch Perverts, Dan Le Sac Vs Scroobius Pip, Slam, Fake Blood, Crookers and many, many more…
For a full line up, go to www.snowbombing.com/music.
Fun, fun, fun
Referred to as ‘bonus bonkerism’ on snowbombing.com, these events are sure to keep you entertained when you’re not watching the bands/DJs. From the Metro Street Party to King of the Mountain, you’ll want to get involved in everything that’s going on.
Metro Street Party – An all-dayer that blocks Mayrhofen’s main street. You’re likely to see all sorts of ‘characters’ here, from superheroes to Bill Oddie.
Backcountry Party – There’s a theme developing here – parties. This one takes place in Tristenbachalm, a 200 year old converted farm. Expect carnage.
King of the Mountain – 4 unsigned will battle it out for a fantastic 2000 Euros prize fund. But, more importantly they will be known as King of the Mountain 2010. Priceless.
Arctic Disco – After being brushed against by sweaty bodies in standard discos on numerous occasions, this seems like a cool idea to me. And it’s made out of snow. Brilliant.
The Road Trip – AKA getting there
Ever flown to a ski resort and thought ‘that was too quick for my liking’? If you have, then the Snowbombing Road Trip is exactly what you’re looking for. Meet at 8.30am on Saturday 3rd April at Volvo’s Dealership in Maidstone and get driving. You won’t be alone as there will be more than 100 cars making the trek. A great start to what should be a great week.
And now a little bit about Mayrhofen…
Factfile: Mayrhofen
- Total km of piste: 625kms (incl.157kms Penken/Ahorn; 160km Zell am Ziller/Gerlos; 155km Hochzillertal/Kaltenbach/Hochfügen)
- Number of runs: 133
- Lifts: 177 (Zillertal Superski Pass)
The beautiful Ziller Valley is home to a number of ski areas totalling 625kms of piste, all on one lift pass! At the head of the valley, Mayrhofen has long earned its place as one of the world's top ski and snowboard resorts, with 2 ski areas - Ahorn and Penken. Between the entrance of the valley and the Hintertux Glacier you'll find a further 4 ski areas providing a tremendous variety of terrain to explore. With a lively nightlife and an attractive Tirolean centre Mayrhofen has everything you'll need for a fantastic ski holiday.
