Hold onto your snow boots, Marcus Brigstocke is back to carve fresh tracks in Mayrhofen’s comedy slopes. A founding father of Altitude and winner of the Clown Hill Race on numerous occasions, Marcus’s razor-sharp satire has graced everything from Live at the Apollo to Have I Got News For You. Whether he’s waxing lyrical about politics or yodelling truths about modern life, he brings more bite than a blizzard. He’s the après-ski philosopher, the gondola guru, and the guy most likely to make you laugh so hard your goggles fog up. If you’re hitting the festival slopes, don’t miss the man who started this alpine avalanche of laughs.

He’s been all over your screens and radios for decades, with an endless list of appearances including The Late Edition, Argumental, QI, Have I Got News For You, Live at the Apollo and Mock the Week. We’re so happy he's back and bringing his comedic genius to the mountains once more.

“Charming, hilarious and utterly refreshing…do not miss” - The Sunday Mirror

“Rare is the stand-up that makes you laugh, think and then fight back the tears”- The Daily Telegraph

“Marcus Brigstocke is one of the cleverest and most engaging stand-ups you'll ever see” - The Mirror

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Altitude’s co-founder and perennial piste-freak, Andrew Maxwell is back to lead the comedy conga line through the Austrian Alps. A master of political punchlines and social snowballs, Andrew’s wit is as sharp as ski edges on black ice. You've seen him on QI, Celebrity Mastermind, and I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here!, but nothing compares to catching him live with a fondue in one hand and a schnapps in the other. As reliable as fresh powder and twice as wild, Maxwell's set will leave your sides aching and your ski poles shaking.

The Dublin born comedian has won several major awards, including the Time Out Comedy Award, the Chortle Award and was crowned ‘King of Comedy’ on Channel 4. His many TV appearances include I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!, Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You, Mock the Week, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Celebrity Mastermind and more.

“One of the best comics around” - Time Out

“Infuriatingly excellent…he delivers a superb set” - Sunday Times

“Sublime timing, relaxed delivery style, killer punch-lines: the holy trinity of stand-up are all present and correct” - Herald

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One of the 2024 stand-out comics... Rob Rouse is a blizzard of chaos and charm, Rob Rouse is pure snow-fuelled silliness. Think chickens, parenting disasters, and stories that veer wildly (and brilliantly) off-piste.

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He’s back. The undisputed Clown Hole headliner and the man who treats punchlines like black runs: steep, sharp, and dangerous.
Mark Nelson returns to Mayrhofen with his trademark blend of brutally honest storytelling, killer timing, and the ability to make you laugh and wince at the same time. A master of stand-up and a festival favourite, he’s the guy who says what everyone’s thinking and then 12 more things no one dared to.
You’ve been warned. If laughter is the best medicine, Mark’s bringing the stuff they keep behind the counter.

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He caused a storm last time in the saunas and now Ryan Cullen is back to unleash another full-force avalanche of pitch-black comedy.
Returning to Altitude with his signature deadpan delivery and savage humour, Ryan’s the comic who’ll make you howl and then question your morals five seconds later. With Cullen, no topic is off-limits, and that’s just how we like it.

Dark, fast, and unforgiving. Just like Mayrhofen’s iciest slopes.

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Glenn Wool is back in Mayrhofen and he’s bringing a blizzard of wild stories, razor-sharp rants, and glorious, gravel-voiced stand-up. A global comedy heavyweight with a passport full of gigs and a brain full of chaos, Glenn’s comedy is big, bold, and beautifully unfiltered. Whether he’s talking politics, parenting, or partying like it’s still 1999, his stories hit like a double shot of glühwein to the soul. A Fringe favourite and Altitude legend, Glenn is proof that wisdom and ridiculousness can exist in the same ski jacket. Prepare for philosophical detours and belly laughs at altitude.
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Back in Mayrhofen with more charm than a chalet fondue chef, Gareth Waugh is the handsome but short comic with a laid-back style and killer punchlines that sneak up like a black run. Effortlessly funny and razor-sharp beneath the surface, Gareth turns everyday nonsense into brilliant, relatable stand-up gold. As seen on Breaking the News and The Comedy Underground, he’s one of Scotland’s most exciting voices  and a firm Altitude favourite. Expect subtle savagery, brilliant storytelling, and the kind of ski-lift banter you wish your mates were capable of. 

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Cool, cutting, and crackling with energy,  Lori Smith is the rising star bringing glacial wit and volcanic punchlines to Mayrhofen. A fast-talking firestarter with savage insight, killer turns of phrase, and the kind of charm that makes even the most brutal punchline go down like a warm schnapps.

Whether she’s talking relationships, regrets, or just the daily absurdity of life, Lori slices through it all like a ski through fresh powder, stylish, sharp, and with absolutely no time for nonsense.

She’s one to watch. Just don’t get in her way on the slopes.

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Part philosopher, part chaos agent, and all funny — Diederik Zuurmond brings a deliciously dry, delightfully weird, and totally unforgettable energy to Altitude. Hailing from the Netherlands but spiritually located somewhere between existential crisis and late-night giggles, Diederik is a storyteller who unravels the absurdities of life like a man stuck on a ski lift with only his thoughts for company… and somehow makes it hilarious.

With a delivery that’s as smooth as a fondue and punchlines that sneak up like black ice, Diederik’s comedy is equal parts clever and chaotic. A genuine original with a voice all his own, he’s the kind of act you discover once and tell your friends about forever.

He might not get down the mountain fast, but he’ll have you in stitches all the way.

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A long-time favourite of audiences across Ireland and the UK, Karl Spain returns to Altitude with the relaxed confidence of a man who’s seen it all and is more than happy to mock it. Known for his brilliantly dry delivery, perfectly observed one-liners, and regular role as Kevin Bridges’ go-to support act, Karl’s comedy is as effortlessly funny as it is deceptively sharp. Whether he’s dissecting relationships, ageing disgracefully, or simply surviving ski season without breaking a hip, Karl brings the laughs like a seasoned après pro. Pull up a pint... this man delivers.

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🎧⛪️ PREACH AND PARTY, PEOPLE! ⛪️🎧

The congregation is back in session and this time, they're bringing the funk direct to the dancefloor.

We’re beyond thrilled to welcome the almighty duo of Oh My God! It’s The Church back to Altitude 2026 this time with a series of outrageous, soul-shaking DJ sets led by none other than Sister Mary Lou who'’ll be spinning sacred grooves, dropping sinful beats, and turning ski boots into dancing shoes wherever she goes.

Their Holy DJ Communion will be shaking up the Ahorn Silent Disco, mountain bars, secret parties and anywhere else we can sneak them in. Expect disco baptisms, sermon samples, sanctified remixes and the kind of confessional-level chaos only these two can deliver.

And this year, they’re not just behind the decks, oh no. Expect the Reverend and possibly a few other robed rogues from the congregation to pop up across the festival or even his own show?. Think ski-lift sermons, pop-up performances, or a few holy surprises when you least expect them.

Sacred. Sweaty. Slightly sinful. Let the church of Altitude rejoice.

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The Silent Disco on the Ahorn is officially BACK for 2026!
A midweek mountain tradition, now holier and louder than ever (in your ears, not your surroundings). Strap on your headphones and prepare to rave above the clouds.

This year’s madness takes place once again at the legendary Ahornhütte on Wednesday, kicking off with our annual Clown Hill Race where brave (and mildly unhinged) comedians race our audience down the mountain for glory, honour, and a questionable prize. Think chaos, costumes, and comedy at altitude… on skis.

Fuelled by high spirits and even higher beats, we’ll be joined by Oh My God! It’s The Church (DJ set) plus surprise guest DJs throughout the afternoon (🤞we’re hoping Brett will be well enough to join the decks again too).

With jaw-dropping views of the Zillertal mountains, top-tier food, flowing drinks, and the kind of vibe that only happens when you mix fresh powder with pure joy, this is the midweek moment of the festival. Whether you're dancing in ski boots, sipping a spritz in the sunshine, or cheering on a comic tumbling past you, the Ahorn Silent Disco is legendary for a reason.

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Don’t let the habit fool you Sister Mary Lou is here to make you sweat, sin, and throw sacred shapes on the dancefloor. She’s the groove-spinning, crowd-lifting, bass-dropping DJ at the heart of Oh My God! It’s The Church, and she’s bringing her unholy vinyl rituals to Altitude 2026.

Armed with a crate of funk, disco, soul, and sanctified filth, Sister Mary Lou transforms ski boots into dancing shoes and bars into full-blown revival tents. She’ll be behind the decks at the Ahorn Silent Disco, mystery mountain spots, and anywhere else the spirit moves her.
If salvation had a soundtrack...  she’s mixing it.

He’s back. Part preacher, part party-starter, part alpine enigma The Reverend Michael Alabama Jackson returns to Altitude with a mission to save your soul and your après.

Whether he’s conducting an improvised mountaintop sermon, baptising a bar crowd in disco, or simply appearing where the vibes demand divine intervention, the Reverend is a chaotic, soulful, magnetic force of comedy and charisma. This year, he's not just blessing beats he may just be blessing the entire festival.

Will he perform a service? Launch a cult? Lead a chairlift choir? Only the mountain knows. But one thing’s for sure it’ll be magical, musical, and mildly blasphemous. Amen to that.