4 June 2026
The countdown is on to the long weekend, and we can’t wait to welcome guests back for the 2026 season. Winter has well and truly arrived. While conditions varied throughout the week, colder temperatures, snowfall and ongoing snowmaking efforts have us focused on delivering the best possible start to winter. The temperature dropped yesterday evening, we had 10cm of snow overnight and it continued to fall throughout today. Snowmaking also kicked in overnight and the guns have been firing since 2:45am.
At this stage we expect to have the Front Valley Conveyer open on Saturday. Paired with a $99 adult beginner lift ticket + $1 beginner lesson add-on and clear weather in the forecast, it’s a great option for beginner skiers and boarders! To score this amazing deal, simply book at least one day in advance, add a lift-ticket for either Saturday or Sunday to your cart and you’ll have the option to add a $1 lesson before you check out.
We’re expecting these good snow making conditions to continue as we head into the long weekend, so stay tuned for more updates.
Regular Perisher guests know that opening weekend is often about celebrating the start of winter, just as much as it is about skiing and riding. It's a chance to reconnect with friends, soak up the mountain atmosphere and celebrate the return of winter.
For almost two decades, PEAK Music Festival has been a key part of that tradition, bringing free live music to the resort across the long weekend. This year, more than 20 artists will perform across ten venues throughout Perisher Valley, with Australian Idol winner Kesha Neve leading the line-up. Add family-friendly entertainment and village activations, and there's plenty happening around the resort.
Planning Your Visit
To help you plan your visit, here's a snapshot of guest services, transport, dining, retail and resort operations for the long weekend, starting Saturday 6 June.
Guest Services
- Perisher Centre: From 6 June, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Mountain Operations
- We expect to have the Front Valley Conveyer running from Saturday
Transport & Base Operations
- Free shuttle bus operating between Perisher and Smiggin Holes
- Overnight parking available at Smiggin Holes from Friday evening until Monday evening (all vehicles must be removed by midnight Tuesday)
- Snowplay facilities available
- We expect to have a hike park available on Front Valley
Retail & Rental
- Slopestyle: 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Perisher Sports: 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Perisher Snowdome: 9:00am – 4:30pm
- Perisher Sports Blue Cow: Closed
Dining
- Ski Rock Café: Open 7:00am – 5:00pm from Saturday 6 June
- Jax Bar & Café: Open 7:00am – 6:00pm from Saturday 6 June
- Base Grind: Open 7:00am – 3:00pm from Saturday 6 June
Long Weekend Deals
Beginner Lift Ticket: $99 +$1 beginner lesson add-on
Available Saturday & Sunday
We're looking forward to welcoming guests back to Perisher and our mountain team are working hard in the lead-up to the long weekend to make the most of the conditions.
We'll keep guests updated as operations evolve. Stay tuned to the Snow Report and Perisher's official channels for the latest operational information, including lift operations, terrain availability and resort updates. We'll see you on the mountain soon.
