What’s on: School Holiday Fun and Top Tips

Last updated 16 July

All chairs are spinning across both Cardrona and Treble Cone. Our events calendar is looking stacked as we head into the end of July, so it's the perfect excuse to get up the mountain. A dusting of fresh snow and cold temps have everything sitting in great condition too, so conditions are lining up nicely for the weekend. 

We are stoked to welcome Mons Royale as our official Merino Apparel Partner this winter. It's a natural fit - Mons Royale's roots run deep across both mountains, from product testing to athlete riding. Keep an eye out for Merino giveaways and community events up at Cardrona and TC!

The Week in Weather

• Friday 17 July: Some cloud clearing to fine, light winds (15km/h). High 3°C

• Saturday 18 July: Snow showers easing to light snow, winds up to 20km/h easing through the day. High 0°C

• Sunday 19 July: Clear skies, light winds (5km/h). High 0°C

According to Snow-Forecast, it's looking like a mixed but promising weekend ahead at Cardrona and Treble Cone. A dusting of new snow is expected, with freeze-thaw conditions keeping things interesting. Sunday is the pick, clearing up nicely with light winds. Cold temps through the weekend will help lock in that new snow.

Pack your layers, bring your different lens’s and keep an eye on the morning Snow Report before you head up.

Events Butterbean Memorial Rail Jam: The annual Butterbean Memorial Rail Jam in memory of Sam Finnemore, who was a huge part of our community. Find out more

When: 18 July 2026

Where: Cardrona Alpine Resort Ngā Wāhine ō te Maunga, Women of the Mountain: This year it’s for all abilities, all interests, all weekend! Led for women, by women, and not just park and pipe. Entries opening soon, get amongst it! Find out more

When: 25 & 26 July 2026

Where: Cardrona and Treble Cone  Not so Gnarlom Ski Race: The race format combines and off-piste kombi slalom racing and the course includes trickable features and jumps. Racers can enter as a team or individuals. Find out more

When: 25 July 2026

Where: Treble Cone 

Food and Beverage Highlights

• The Mezz: Quality restaurant eats if you're after a slower start. Top tip - book ahead!

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

• Noodle Bar: Asian-inspired deliciousness, matcha lattes, locally made sake and tap beer.

• Vista Bar: Make the most of the views with some bubbles to match.

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

• TC Cafe: The breakfast burritos are famous for a reason. Best for a swift, 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.

  

Parks Update

The North Face Cardrona Parks Crew have been hard at it after the recent snowfall. Little Bucks, McPark and Antlers Alley is now open.

More from Your Maunga

• We are entering the final weekend of school holidays but the rush isn’t over yet - brush up on your snow safety code.

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

• 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.