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08 - 12.05.2026

Festival Passport – "Your Ticket to the Ultimate Cocktail Experience"

WHERE MIXOLOGY 
MEETS MAGIC

WHERE 
MIXOLOGY 
MEETS MAGIC

Your personal WCW Passport unlocks exclusive flavors and perks. Explore 6 iconic locations around the lake, collect unique stamps at each stop, and mark your journey through global mixology and culinary artistry. Each stamp represents a destination, ensuring a full spectrum of flavors curated by world-class chefs and bartenders.

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About

Wörthersee
Cocktail Week

WCW 2026 is an exclusive three-day cocktail festival at Lake Wörthersee, curated by Cocktail World Champion Mario Hofferer. Experience this year’s edition of extraordinary cocktails, world-class craftsmanship, and unforgettable moments — all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Wörthersee.

Explore the Region

Grand Prix Du Service – Where Service is a race

WHERE MIXOLOGY 
MEETS MAGIC

WHERE 
MIXOLOGY 
MEETS MAGIC

Experience service like never before at the Grand Prix du Service — where elegance meets speed. Watch waiters race along the promenade carrying trays with precision and style, competing for the title of the ultimate service champion and a €5,000 prize. Set against the iconic scenery of the Wörthersee Cocktail Week, this unique 2 km race celebrates the artistry, skill, and spectacle of hospitality.

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EXCLUSIVE
PASSPORT

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UNFORGETTABLE
DAYS

5

Unique
LOCATIONS & WELCOME COCKTAILS

288

WORLD-CLASS MIXOLOGISTS

20+

Heritage Cars

100k

MEMORIES made

This extraordinary fusion of craftsmanship, entertainment, and tasting sessions unfolds across 5 stunning locations around the emerald lake, with curated events designed to elevate cocktail culture.

Festival Passport – "Your Ticket to the Ultimate Cocktail Experience"

WHERE MIXOLOGY 
MEETS MAGIC

WHERE 
MIXOLOGY 
MEETS MAGIC

Your personal WCW Passport unlocks exclusive flavors and perks. Explore 6 iconic locations around the lake, collect unique stamps at each stop, and mark your journey through global mixology and culinary artistry. Each stamp represents a destination, ensuring a full spectrum of flavors curated by world-class chefs and bartenders.

Your Passport Includes

Your Passport Includes

Your Passport Includes

  • Free Welcome drinks at every participating partner location
  • Discounted access to exclusive side events (parties, masterclasses, tastings)
  • Free Boat and shuttle service between venues
  • Free entry to the IWCC competition on Sunday, 10.05. from 11:00 - 17:00 (Drinks included)
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exclusive experiences
DINNER CLUB
This year, exclusive Dinner Clubs take place at Freindal Wirtschaft, Seehotel Europa, and the award-winning Gourmet-restaurant Hubert Wallner. Each location offers a unique culinary experience designed to perfectly complement the art of mixology. Details about the individual Dinner Clubs are available directly through our respective partners. Please note: Dinner Clubs are not included in the festival ticket and must be booked separately.
COCKTAIL EXPERIENCE
With your WCW Passport, every participating location welcomes you with a complimentary signature drink crafted by world-class bartenders taking over the bars throughout the week. Every additional cocktail is capped at just €12, giving you access to exceptional quality at an exceptional value. Selected venues will host multiple bars, allowing you to choose your bartender, your style and your perfect serve. At every location, exclusive bar food is served to elevate the experience.
SUNDOWNER PARTIES
After the cocktail bars close, the experience continues. On Friday, May 8, join the elegant Cocktail Soirée, or wind down on Saturday, May 9 at the WCW Sundowner Party at SOL Beach Club — the perfect way to close each festival day in style. Tickets are exklusively available through https://www.readyforhouse.com/

Dinner Clubs

The finest chefs in the industry will curate exquisite menus, perfectly paired with a selection of cocktail flavors.

Seehotel Europa Dinner Club

08.05.2026, 18:30 @ Seehotel Europa | Price: 199€

The night begins with an exclusive champagne reception, followed by an exquisite 6-course gourmet menu. Enjoy world-class cocktails from Mario Hofferer's champion bar, along with beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages – all included.
Reservations are available via www.seehotel-europa.at/velden-events-veranstaltungen/

Hubert Wallner Dinner Club

08.05. & 09.05. at 18:30 @ Gourmetrestaurant Hubert Wallner
Price: 199€ 

The Dinner Club at Gourmetrestaurant Hubert Wallner is one of the most exclusive culinary highlights of Wörthersee Cocktail Week 2026.On May 8 & 9 at 6:30 pm, Hubert Wallner presents an extraordinary 12-course degustation menu, elevated by fine wine pairings from a renowned star winemaker and exceptional cocktail creations by award-winning bartender Daniel Schellander. An intimate evening where haute cuisine, fine wine, and world-class mixology merge into one unforgettable experience. Seating is limited.Reservations are available exclusively via www.hubertwallner.com.

WORLD-CLASS
MIXOLOGISTS

World-class champion mixologists and renowned bartenders will craft a stunning array of cocktail creations.
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ALBERT TRUMMER
| Dom Bar, NY

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DAMIR BUSIC
| Liquid Diary, AT

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PHILIPP ERNST
| Josef Bar, AT

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GERHARD TSAI
| Tür 7, AT

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MARIO HOFFERER
| Double Cocktail World Champion

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STANISLAV HARCINK
| Mirror Bar, Bratislava

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locations

        LOCATIONS 
WÖRTHERSEE

SEEHOTEL EUROPA – PORTOFINO / Seerestaurant Ungeheuer / Werzers Badehaus / Jilly Beach / Schloss Seefels - Porto Bello
Werzers Badehaus
Werzers Badehaus
Werzer Promenade 8, 9210 Pörtschach am Wörthersee
+4342722231
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Jilly Beach
Jilly Beach
Blumenpromenade 2, 9210 Pörtschach am Wörthersee
+4342722391
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Seerestaurant Ungeheuer
Seerestaurant Ungeheuer
Süduferstraße 95, 9220 Schiefling am Wörthrtsee, Austria
+4366499191717
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Marina Café
Marina Café
Seecorso 13, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
+436767300400
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Schloss Seefels
Schloss Seefels
Töschling 1, 9212 Techelsberg am Wörthersee
+4342722377
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Seespitz
Seespitz
Schlossweg 1, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
+43664609185302
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Seehotel Europa
Seehotel Europa
Wrannpark 1/3, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
+4342742770
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Werzers Badehaus
Werzer Promenade 8, 9210 Pörtschach am Wörthersee
Jilly Beach
Blumenpromenade 2, 9210 Pörtschach am Wörthersee
Seerestaurant Ungeheuer
Süduferstraße 95, 9220 Schiefling am Wörthrtsee, Austria
Marina Café
Seecorso 13, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
Schloss Seefels
Töschling 1, 9212 Techelsberg am Wörthersee
Seespitz
Schlossweg 1, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
Seehotel Europa
Wrannpark 1/3, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
SEEHOTEL EUROPA
Wrannpark 1/3, 9220 Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
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HOTELS

accomodations

Stay in exclusive venues around the lake, with breathtaking scenery

Seehotel Europa, Velden

Four stars lakeside hotel with Seerestaurant Portofino

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Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden

Five stars luxury hotel, key event venue

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Schloss Seefels, Töschling

Five stars luxury hotel with outstanding bar

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Rocket Rooms, Velden

Modern, central hotel

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Seehotel Hubertushof, Velden

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Seehotel Dr. Jilly, Pörtschach

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Werzers Hotel Pörtschach

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program

Thursday

07.05.2026

18:00 - 23:00 Dinnerclub @ Freindal Wirtschaft in Velden 

for reservation please call +43 676 423 7751

Friday

08.05.2026

14:30 Grand Prix du Service @ Pörtschach am Wörthersee 

At the 2 km Service Run Championship, up to 500 hospitality professionals compete head-to-head for €5,000 in prize money – register through our link before the April 30 deadline.

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13:00 - 18:00 Opening WCW Partner Bars

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Seehotel Europa: 

Mozart Likör x Josef Bar Wien 

NEFT Vodka World Champion bar 

Diplomatico Bar 

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Seerestaurant Ungeheuer, Auen: 

Lemon Sour Bar  

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Werzers Resort Pörtschach:

Big Green Egg BBQ Club 

Park Hyatt Vienna Barteam 

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Jilly Beach:  

tbc.

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Schloss Seefels: 

James Bond Legends Bar

Gerhard Tsai, Tür 7 x Albert Trummer, NY

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Sundowner Party

16:00 - 22:00

Location & Lineup will be announced soon

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Dinner Clubs: 

18:00 - 23:00 Dinnerclub @ Seehotel Europa 

Price:155€, for reservation please call +43 4274  2770

18:00 - 23:00 Winzer Dinner Club @ Gourmetrestaurant Hubert Wallner 

Price: 199€ for reservation please call +43 4273 3858 9

Saturday

09.05.2026

13:00 - 18:00 Opening WCW Partner Bars

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Seehotel Europa: 

Mozart Likör x Josef Bar Wien 

NEFT Vodka World Champion bar 

Diplomatico Bar 

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Seerestaurant Ungeheuer, Auen: 

Lemon Sour Bar  

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Werzers Resort Pörtschach:

Big Green Egg BBQ Club 

Park Hyatt Vienna Barteam 

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Jilly Beach:  

tbc.

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Schloss Seefels: 

James Bond Legends Bar

Gerhard Tsai, Tür 7 x Albert Trummer, NY

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Sundowner Party

16:00 - 22:00

Location & Lineup will be announced soon

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Dinner Clubs: 

18:00 - 23:00 Winzer Dinner Club @ Gourmetrestaurant Hubert Wallner 

Price: 199€ for reservation please call +43 4273 3858 9

Sunday

10.05.2026

11:00 – 17:00 International Wörthersee Cocktail Competition | Seehotel Europa

‍Complimentary access for all WCW pass holders and registered guests.

Cocktails at participating partner bars are included.

Brunch at Seehotel Europa is available upon separate reservation.

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19:00 - 23:00 Pizza Party & Competitors’ Welcome Night | Seehotel Europa - Portofino 

Includes food and drinks€55 per person

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tickets available in our shop

Monday

11.05.2026

09:00 - 13:00 Cocktail & Brand Masterclasses | Hotel Post 

14:30 - 15:00  IWCC Finalist Announcement | Seehotel Europa 

17:00 - 18:00 Cocktail Soiree | Seehotel Europa

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18:00 - 23:00 The Grand Pour  & IWCC FINAL Event | Seehotel Europa

Experience the ultimate showdown of Europe’s top five finalists in a live Blackbox Challenge plus a spectacular flair bartending performance – tickets available in our shop

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IWCC

INTERNATIONAL WÖrthersee COCKTAIL CONGRESS

The IWCC is a prestigious industry-only competition within Wörthersee Cocktail Week, reserved for the best in the business. Top 50 bartenders and mixologists compete to craft the most groundbreaking cocktails, showcasing artistry and innovation throughout the event.

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All competitors receive exclusive access to Wörthersee Cocktail Week by booking their rooms directly through us. To register, contact and we’ll send all competition details. The deadline is March 31, 202 – first come, first served. Secure your spot now.

iwcc@mario-hofferer.com
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Contact

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Velvet Shaker
MH Cocktail Entertainment GmbH
Hauptstraße 142
A-9201 Krumpendorf
am Wörthersee / Austria
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08 - 12.05.2026

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