Queenstown NZ

01/07/2025

What's on this July in Queenstown? 🎶🎄

Ayrburn’s Winter Wonderland: 27 June – 27 July
Open Mic Night at Yonder: 3 July
Mini Shred at The Remarkables: 12 July
Mid Winter Remarkables Market: 12 July
Coronet Night Ski Party ft Peking Duck: 23 July

+ Lots more! Explore the calendar of events on our website: https://www.queenstownnz.co.nz/things-to-do/events/

01/07/2025

Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, Queenstown has many beautiful walks with epic snow views you can enjoy during winter.

📍 Moke Lake Loop Track

Find more inspiration for Queenstown winter walks here: https://www.queenstownnz.co.nz/stories/post/5-winter-walks-with-epic-snow-views/

**Walks in Queenstown during winter require caution and preparation. Be sure you're well-equipped with appropriate gear, including sturdy footwear, warm clothing, and extra layers. Always check the forecast before you go, check out the latest track conditions from Department of Conservation, and let someone know where you're heading and be prepared to turn back if the trail condition or weather deteriorates.**

28/06/2025

Mana Tāhuna is a local charitable trust committed to positive social, cultural and environmental development and the impact their work has had on our place.

The trust was established five years ago but the work in the background started long before then. ⬇️

Learn about the work of Mana Tāhuna, a local charitable trust committed to positive social, cultural and environmental development and the impact their work has had on our place.

27/06/2025

Whether you're shredding the slopes, wining and dining or exploring the surrounding regions, everyone's experience of Queenstown is unique - from the things you see and do, to the people you connect with when you're here.

Visitors, locals and people passing through all have a story to tell so share these with us on your next trip to this special place.

27/06/2025

A winter snowstorm in Queenstown has delivered the goods across our mountains with 20cm + of fresh powder ❄️🗻

27/06/2025

The southern night sky showing off it's vibrant colours.

Winter in Queenstown means more time for you to experience the Aurora Australis. ✨

📷 Project Happy Jem

26/06/2025

Immerse yourself in the lower South Island's spectacular scenery with a trip that arrives in Dunedin and departs from Queenstown.

From ice skating 2000 metres above worry level to discovering the world's smallest penguins, there's never been a better time to explore inbetweenstown.

From Tuesday 24 June, Jetstar are flying direct from Gold Coast to Dunedin. Find more inspiration to stay longer and plan your trip: https://southernway.nz/seenz

25/06/2025

We're back with the weekly Queenstown / Wānaka Snow Reports. 🗻❄️

Conditions are looking prime at The Remarkables with Sugar chairlift spinning and the beginner box line complete in the terrain park. Treble Cone Ski Area and Snow Farm NZ are opening from this Friday. Cardrona Alpine Resort, NZ has McDougall’s, Whitestar Express and a range of terrain parks open. They’re getting ready for a big weekend of live action and tunes with the Welcome to Winter festival this Saturday - and maybe even first laps in 150ha of fresh terrain in Soho Basin 🤞. Coronet Peak are gearing up for night skiing this Friday, and First Tracks from Monday – so head up there at 8am for coffee and fresh cord.

With temps expected to drop over the coming days and snow in the forecast for this weekend, now’s the time for snow dances. 🕺🏻⛷️

Tune in to the full Queenstown / Wānaka Mountainwatch Snow Report for the latest updates.

24/06/2025

There's endless options for après ski spots to check out in Queenstown.

Check out NZ Herald's article featuring foodie experts and renowned chefs exploring some of New Zealand's best places to wine and dine at during winter. ⬇️🍣

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/best-winter-restaurants-in-new-zealand-according-to-chefs-and-foodie-experts/WGOMQEGTSRHAXH54JQ6QUYRRQM/

nzherald.co.nz

22/06/2025

Take on the slopes by day & dance to live tunes by night at Snow Machine Festival in Queenstown from 9 - 14 September.

Join Claptone, Netsky, Hot Dub Time Machine, Luude, Amyl and The Sniffers, Mallrat, and many more famed artists in the ski fields for a unique on-mountain experience.

Find out more information and get your tickets here ❄️: https://www.queenstownnz.co.nz/event/snow-machine-festival/2949/

📷 Lachie Waite

21/06/2025

Planning a trip to the Queenstown ski fields this winter? Here's a few top tips:

✔️ A New Zealand merino is an essential base layer to keep you dry and warm when you need it the most.
✔️ If you need new gear, buy local and invest in quality outdoor brands with sustainable credentials.
✔️ Outdoor shops in Queenstown are staffed by passionate skiers and boarders who’ll give you advice and share their stories.
✔️ If you're renting gear, it pays to book in advance, especially in peak school holiday periods.

Here's your full guide to planning a Queenstown ski holiday. ⬇️❄️

Your guide to packing for the Queenstown ski slopes, along with Queenstown ski shops where you can rent and buy gear.