Where It All Begins: Your Guide To Thredbo’s Opening Weekend
Posted on 29 May, 2026
For those who have experienced an Opening Weekend at Thredbo, it goes without saying, it’s nothing short of iconic.
With first turns, fireworks, face painting, festivities and feasts just the tip of the iceberg, we truly believe Opening Weekend should not be slept on.
Keep scrolling to see exactly why…
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First Turns On Friday Flat!
Get in your first turns and warm up those legs for the season ahead with first turns on Friday Flat!
Thanks to our All-Weather Snowmaking Unit, we can confirm skiing and snowboarding on day one at Friday Flat – so dust of your gear and get ready to be one of the first to claim a lap in Winter 2026.
AG1 Après
With so much to do over the Opening Weekend, you’re going to want to put your best foot forward from the get go – and with the help of our friends at AG1, you’ve got the power to do just that.
Head to the Village Square from 9am-2pm on Saturday or Friday Flat from 9am-2pm on Sunday to sample some AG1 and give yourself a health-boost so you can make the most of our Opening Weekend!
Free Family Fun
The Keller Kids Hub will be the home of free family fun from 11am-3pm across the weekend to keep the little ones smiling all weekend long.
With face painting, arts and crafts, s’mores – it’s the perfect space for families to make some memories.
Live Painting
On Saturday in the Village Square from 10:30am-2pm be sure to catch Andrew ‘Grassi’ Kelaher as he creates a stunning landscape outside the Thredbo Bakery. Known for his incredible snowscapes and ice sculptures, it’s truly a delight to watch a master at work!
Hit The Alpine Coaster
Open 9am-4:30pm across Opening Weekend, what better way to kick off winter than a thrilling lap on Australia’s only Alpine Coaster!
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Roaming Performers
Keep your eyes peeled on a variety of street performers roaming the village!
With a host of acts, there’s never a dull moment in Thredbo across Opening Weekend, that’s a promise.
Meet Thredbo’s Winter Olympic Medalists
Welcome back Thredbo’s incredible ambassadors Josie Baff and Ben Tudhope at 12:30pm at the Alpine Bar on Saturday after their success in the Olympic Winter Games.
With a poster signing and Q&A – this is your chance to rub shoulders with some of the best winter athletes Australia has ever seen!
Warren Millers Film Screening: SNO-CIETY
Put your feet up and feast your eyes on a screening of Warren Millers 76th Annual Ski Film “SNO-CIETY” at 1:30pm on Saturday.
This edition celebrates the community and culture of snowsports, proving winter is more than just snow…and what better way to watch it than the big screen at the Alpine Bar?!
Après Club is BACK Baby
It wouldn’t be an Opening Weekend without a bit of après… and we’ve got more than just a bit for you!
Kicking off Winter 2026 with the ultimate party starter thanks to Balter – SHOUSE!!
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Convinced? Book Your Bus Now!
So you’re convinced… you’re coming to Thredbo to celebrate with us. Well, better book your bus!
With buses available at 7:30pm, 9:00pm and 10:30pm let us get you home safely on Saturday night.
Whether you ski, snowboard, hike, mountain bike or are visiting for the first time, our app is your companion to Australia’s Premier Adventure Destination.
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Thredbo sits on the traditional land of the Monero – Ngarigo people who have looked after this land, water and community for over 60,000 years. We thank them for all they have done and continue to do to look after their country, a special place which we all love and respect.
