What’s on: Events galore + prime snow

Last updated 6 August

This weekend's forecast: a fresh top-up of snow, frosty mornings, and a calendar absolutely stacked with events. Last weekend laid down a solid base - this weekend we're building on it, no messing around. Layer up, round up your mates, and get amongst the biggest playground around.

Weather

• Friday 7 August: Light snow easing to cloudy through the day, winds up to 10km/h. High 2°C

• Saturday 8th August: Cloudy through the day, light snow overnight winds up to 10km/h. High -2°C

• Sunday 9th August: Light snow clearing to some cloud, winds picking up to 15km/h High -1°C

According to Snow-Forecast, we are heading into an unsettled stretch, with light snow moving through and again overnight Saturday into Sunday, with a small top-up of fresh cover likely. Temperatures hover right around freezing all weekend, dropping below by Sunday as the wind picks up, so it'll feel sharper on the tops. Pack your layers, bring your favourite lens, and keep an eye on the morning Snow Report before you head up.

Events

Base NZ Wānaka Junior Freeride (BWJF)

The Base NZ Wānaka Junior Freeride event is an off-piste freeride competition judged on; Line, Control, Fluidity, Technique, Air & Style. The event is open to Under 16, U14, U12, U10 and U8 age divisions. Find out more

• When: 8 August, one day event

• Where: Cardrona Alpine Resort

TC Rise and Shine

Rise & Shine is a pre-sunrise Ski touring race with breakfast and awards before dawn. Treble Cone invite the backcountry community to join us for a sunrise ascent and 1st light descent race. Competitors can race with Telemark skis or ski touring equipment & Skins. Find out more

• When: 9 August, one day event

• Where: Treble Cone Ski Resort

Freeride’her

A community ski and ride for our mountain wāhine, bringing women together to ride, connect, support each other, and build confidence on the hill, show each other their favourite spots and skill. Skiers and riders of every level welcome. No cost or need to sign up. Find out more

• When: 9 August, one day event

• Where: Treble Cone Ski Resort. Meet in the courtyard or look out for the big group of ladies!

National Alpine Junior Champs

New Zealand’s best junior ski racers converge at Treble Cone for 2 days of racing. National Junior Champs (NJC’s) provide the stepping stone towards international team’s selection and NZ Rankings. Disciplines include Giant Slalom and Slalom hosted over 2 days with a weather day. Find out more

• When: 11 August, multi day event

• Where: Cardrona Alpine Resort

Wānaka FIS Tech Series

The FIS Tech Series is an Alpine Ski FIS points race for FIS registered athletes from all over the globe. The tech series includes Giant Slalom and Slalom discipline. Find out more

• When: 12 August, two day event

• Where: Treble Cone

Special Olympics Regional Race

The Special Olympics is a snow sports festival and competition for snow sports athletes with intellectual disabilities. Competitors are ranked in divisions grouped by age, gender and ability. For more information visit Special Olympics Otago. Find out more

• When: 13 August, one day event

• Where: Cardrona Alpine Resort

Food and Beverage Highlights

• TC Cafe: The breakfast burritos are famous for a reason. Best for a swift and tasty refuel so you can get back on the slopes faster.

• TC Altitude Bar: Best views, cold drinks, and that feeling you only get at 1600m.

• The Mezz: Quality restaurant eats if you're after a slower start. Best benny in the district (we’re not biased).

• Carol's: Head to Carol's food truck for great snacks, outstanding energy, and heaps of fun - now serving Duck Island Ice Cream.

• Little Meg: Now serving coffee and beer - the perfect pre and post-ski spot next to Valley View Chairlift.

• Captain’s Pizzeria: Ski-in / ski-out eatery with some of the best views on the mountain, a fully stocked bar and Cardrona-famous pizza

Terrain Parks

The North Face Cardrona Parks Crew have been firing all week and bringing it into the weekend. Baby Bucks, Lil’ Bucks, McPark, Antlers Alley, Stag Lane and Big Bucks Jump 0 (working towards Jump 2) - OPEN!

More from Your Maunga

• For all up-to-date information, including carpark and chain status, be sure to check the Snow Report.

• A friendly reminder to pack in, pack out - check out Daisy's video for some easy tips on looking after our maunga. It's all part of our ten-year (and counting) journey towards less waste, from ditching plastic straws to composting at Captain's.

• Have you checked our retail offering for this winter? Hand-picked mountain and leisure apparel, outerwear, alpine homeware and everything in-between. The exclusive home of Treble Cone & Cardrona limited edition apparel collections – designed in Wānaka. Shop online here or visit us up at Cardrona and Treble Cone.