Peak Festival Returns in 2026 with New Line-Ups, New Fun, and New Snow
Australia’s Coolest Music Festival – Official Opening of the 2026 Ski Season
Free Admission | Perisher Valley
Australia’s coolest music festival is back. Peak Festival 2026 will ignite the start of the ski season with new line-ups, new fun, and fresh snow as Perisher Valley transforms into a high-altitude celebration of music, mountains, and winter spirit.
Running across the opening weekend of the 2026 snow season, Peak Festival will feature an exciting program of live music from emerging artists, crowd favourites, and genre-bending performers set against the spectacular backdrop of the Snowy Mountains. The festival continues its tradition of delivering a unique alpine experience where music lovers, snow enthusiasts, and families come together in one of Australia’s most iconic winter destinations.
With free admission, Peak Festival invites everyone to join the party and experience the energy of live music on the mountain — from intimate indoor sessions to outdoor stages surrounded by snow-dusted slopes.
Festival goers are encouraged to book accommodation in Perisher early for the easiest access to stages, après activities, and all the opening-weekend excitement. Waking up in the village means rolling straight into the festival atmosphere — no commute required.
Peak Festival 2026 promises an unforgettable launch to the snow season with more artists, more entertainment, and more ways to embrace winter fun.
As winter’s icy embrace begins to transform Australia’s beautiful Perisher Valley into a snow-covered wonderland, the much-awaited Peak Festival ushers in the start of an exhilarating snow season. The Peak Festival celebrates the opening weekend with a flurry of exciting activities, filled with melodies and merriment in different venues across Perisher Valley and Smiggin Holes.
The Perisher Valley, known as Australia’s premier snow playground, is equipped with extensive snow-making facilities. These facilities ensure that even if Mother Nature is a bit stingy with her snowfall, your fun in the snow won’t be compromised. Imagine making your first tracks in the fresh snow of the season, engaging in friendly snowball fights, and creating angelic snow impressions. These magical snowy adventures await you in Perisher Valley.
To enhance your enchanting snow experience, Kooloora Lodge is proud to present a special 3-night package for the June long weekend. This irresistible deal includes luxury accommodation, daily breakfast to start your day on the right foot and a delicious dinner. Booking is easy and the convenient with our easy-to-use online booking system.
There will be so many highlights.
Our proposed weekend guide is as follows.
Friday
330pm onwards check-in to Kooloora Lodge
500pm Meet and great over Apres ski and snacks in the Kooloora Lodge lounge
630pm Delicious meal to warm you up followed by sticky date pudding.
800pm Put on your dancing clothes and head to the Man from Snowy River.
Saturday
800am Coffee and scrambled eggs to help you rise and shine.
845am Hit the slopes or sleep for another hour before the first band starts at 1100am Jax Bar.
500pm Share your day and plan your evening with the other guests at Kooloora Lodge with Gluwein and Apres ski snacks.
630pm Dinner on lamb shanks and chocolate brownie. Everyone’s favourite meal.
800pm It’s time to party. You have 6 venues to choose from. Which one will you pick?
Sunday
8ooam Hot breakfast and more coffee.
845am Hit the slopes or sleep some more your choice. There is lots of dancing to do through out the valley today during the day.
500pm Apes ski at Kooloora Lodge. How will your stamina be going by now?
630pm Delicious dinner prepared by our in house chef.
800pm Time to party once more as this is the last night of the festival.
Monday
800am Hot breakfast with good byes as it’s time to get ready to go.
930am Check out time and book again to come later in the season. You’ve been there at the beginning, so it makes sense to keep the ball rolling throughout the season.
Our June long weekend package is priced at $600 per person share and is available for booking now, as this is an early bird price. It includes 3 nights accommodation, 3 breakfast and 3 dinner. Do more, with the snow-covered valleys and hills providing a picture-perfect backdrop for your winter getaway.
The offer is easy to book through our online system, or email us at info@koolooralodge.com to secure your booking. This winter, make unforgettable memories at Kooloora Lodge while enjoying the magical atmosphere of the Peak Festival in Perisher Valley.
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