Cannonball MTB Festival

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Australia’s biggest MTB Festival returns for another thumping week…full of racing, new events, activations, live music & good times!

Cannonball is the ultimate spectator event. Watch all the action from the sidelines, meet the pros and world champions + enjoy a huge line-up of live entertainment all week, including a massive send off party on Saturday night!

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Schedule

Cannonball features a jam packed schedule of racing and entertainment on and off the mountain all week long. Check out the schedule to be sure you don’t miss out on any of the action!

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Spectators

Not just for competitors, Cannonball MTB Festival is the perfect way to immerse yourself in everything the Australian MTB world has to offer. Meet your favourite pro, cheer on your mates, plus soak in the vibes with entertainment from some of Australia’s hottest artists!

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Entertainment

It’s not just about the action on the mountain, with live DJ’s through the week and bands sending it the village across the weekend.

Babe Rainbow will be closing out Cannonball com Saturday evening, with a crowd pleasing set in the Alpine Bar as we send the festival off in style!

Plus a special set from Live @ Subs on Friday night in the Schuss Bar.

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Event Media & Results

FREE rider photos will be available online all across the week!

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Volunteers

Volunteers are a vital part of Cannonball. With 6 massive events across the week and over 1000 riders expected at the 2025 Cannonball, there are an array of volunteer positions available.

All volunteers will receive lunch, merch + vouchers to come and ride the bike park once the festival is all done!

Frequently Asked Questions

First time to Cannonball, or not sure on the ins & outs? Familiarise yourself with everything you need to know for the biggest week on the Australian MTB calendar!

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Events

SIX mammoth events will appeal to riders from not only the nation but from around the globe. The lineup does not disappoint and includes the all NEW Osprey All-Mountain Enduro + the return of the Maxxis Dual Slalom, the Fox Flow Motion Cup, the Oakley Pump Track Challenge on Thredbo’s Village Green, the invite only Deity Whip Wars and the rough & raw Rockshox Australian Open Downhill!

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Partners

Cannonball MTB Festival has partnered with some of the biggest brands in the industry to bring the festival to life. Huge thanks to our partners for stocking the prize bags and helping make Cannonball the biggest and best event of the year!
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Enquiries

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Friday morning fun with the ladies 💅 local legends Jill & Julie making the most of the sunshine this morning ☀️ Who’s keen for the weekend?

Nothing like a touch of ski ballet for your Saturday morning 🩰 ☀️

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Thredbo Environment Week kicks off today 🌏 To celebrate, we’re bringing the @burton Pass Along program back to Aus for a limited time! A great solution to keeping clothing and gear in-use and out of landfill ♻️ It’s simple: You bring us your used Burton gear and we’ll give you a store credit towards new purchases! Program ends this Sunday July 13. Link in BIO for more details about the Pass Along program and what’s on this Environment Week now!

🌿 Thredbo Environment Week is here! We’re shining a spotlight on the incredible alpine environment with a full week of talks, tours, and activities that bring nature into focus — on and off the mountain 🏔️ 🎓 Science in the Snow tonight at Schuss Bar from 6PM – grab a drink, win prizes & hear from top Aussie scientists about our unique and delicate alpine ecosystem.  🌲 Explore the slopes on a free Alpine Tree Ski Tour every day at 9:30AM and 1PM – learn about local wildlife, snow gums & more.  ✨ Don’t miss Thursday’s Family Flare Run – NPWS rangers & ANU astronomers will be there to inspire little nature lovers.  ♻️ Got old Burton gear? Trade it in for store credit through the Pass Along Program. Head to our site for all the details. Let’s ride with purpose this enviro week 🌏

Cocktails for a cause? We’ll cheers to that! 💕 On Saturday 19 July, Thredbo turns PINK in support of Breast Cancer Network Australia - with the return of iconic experiences including the pink flare run, pink fireworks and snow sculpture creations lighting up the mountain. 🎟️ Tickets are now on sale for the @bcnapinklady Cocktail Fundraiser presented by @redenergyau - an unforgettable evening that kicks off with the flare run and fireworks before you ride the Merritts Gondola to an exclusive mountain-top culinary experience. Expect incredible prizes, including a Winter 2026 season pass as a lucky door prize, plus a live auction featuring @burtonaustralianz snowboards, @rossignolaustralia skis and more. We’ll also reveal the winners of our online auction, with standout prizes including: 🏉 Tickets + accommodation for the BCNA AFL Match 🦁 A Taronga Zoo “Roar and Snore” package ...and plenty more up for grabs. Let’s make it a night to remember - for a cause that matters. 💗 Hit the link in BIO to see the full schedule and lock in your spot at the cocktail party 🥂

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