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What's On at Cardrona & Treble Cone

Discover the latest events, activities, weather and more at Cardrona and Treble Cone. There's always something exciting happening on the mountains!

Liyana Thomas

Last updated 2 October

What's On: Cardrona closing weekend, spring send off and bikes on snow

Kei te tata te mutunga - the end is near! We’re heading into the final three days of the season at Cardrona. We couldn’t have asked for better conditions to send-off an epic spring. The snow keeps coming, with 40cm of fresh snow this week and a bit more in the forecast, gather your crew and make the most of the last weekend to explore NZ's biggest playground.

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Closing Day: Bikes on Snow - Sunday 5 Oct

The most fun, chaotic way to wrap up the season is back for 2025. Bikes on Snow is happening Sunday 5 October. It’s exciting to watch, even more exciting to race. Sign up online and get ready to slide into closing day. 👉 Register here 📍 Race kicks off mid-morning 🎉 Après vibes all day

The Weekend Weather

Spring’s keeping us on our toes, but here’s what’s on the radar:

  • Friday 3 Oct: Light snow and rain mix, high of 3°C, breezy SE winds.

  • Saturday 4 Oct: Cloudy with light snow, high of 2°C, NW winds picking up.

  • Sunday 5 Oct: Bright start, snow arriving in the afternoon, high of 2°C, SW winds.

Pack layers, bring lens options, and keep an eye on the daily snow report for updates.

Season Pass Sale - Winter '26

Mark your calendars! Our Winter ‘26 Season Pass Pre-release Sale goes live at 10.00am Tuesday 7 October, for 48 hours only.

The earlier you buy, the more you save - and this is the lowest price you’ll get. Don’t miss out on locking in your next season of mountain magic at NZ’s biggest playground.

Looking Ahead: Summer Season Starts 13 Dec

The countdown is on! We’ll be back with mountain biking and carting from Saturday 13 December. Grab your summer pass now.

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