EVENTS COMING UP AT WHAKAPAPA

True to its name, The GOAT is reserved for the greatest. Kicking off from Whakapapa, this 20(ish) km epic follows the legendary Round the Mountain Track in the heart of Tongariro National Park.

Get hands-on with the latest Armada and Atomic ranges this season. Try the skis before you buy. Our expert tech Hunter is on-mountain to answer your questions and help find the right ski for how you ski.

Before you buy, take it for a ride – Head ski demo day- come ride with us at Whakapapa.

Take on Whakapapa’s natural terrain in two freeride competitions open to skiers and snowboarders of all ages.

The final Peaks & Beats hit the Knoll Ridge Chalet terrace on Saturday, October 3rd. Expect live set from DoubleDrop, Aperol towers, snowboards, and drink specials. We start at 1 PM sharp!

Ever wanted to feel what it is like to soar like a crow? Well you can! The crows have left the nest and will land at Whakapapa. Grab a pair of the latest Black Crows skis, head out for a few laps, and carve around the mountain.

Open to skiers and boarders under 18. $25 per racer, with race-day registration from 9am at Knoll Ridge Café and a post-race prizegiving BBQ at Tongariro Ski Club Lodge. Pre-register via juniors@tongariroski.co.nz.

The Knoll Ridge Chalet will be taken over by Scapegrace with a live DJ from 1pm.

A celebration of inclusive snow sports where people of all abilities come together on the mountain.

Find Maketū Pies up at the Knoll Ridge Chalet with special pie tastings, lots of giveaways and a chance to win a Maketū merch prize pack!

NZ’s premier primary and intermediate ski champs, giving young racers a fun, safe and supportive alpine racing experience.

Aperol takes over the Knoll Ridge Chalet featuring Aperol Slushies, Aperol Towers, a live DJ from 1pm and even some cheeky little giveaways!

See the mountain through a new lens with the latest DJI camera tech. Capture your day, keep the footage and go in the draw to win a DJI Action 5 camera or DJI Neo drone.

A five-day, all-women event blending skill development with a strong, supportive crew vibe. Off the slopes enjoy coffee catch-ups, après at Knoll Ridge Chalet and a mid-week dinner on the mountain. Supported by XTM.

Keep the laps going with free Rangatira laps from 4pm, then head to Lorenz's Bar & Café for Lakeman Brewing drink specials, smashed tacos and heaps of giveaways from 2:30pm.

Learn how to support adaptive guests on and off snow. No previous experience is required! Adaptive volunteers receive a free day pass for every day they volunteer and can earn up to a full Season Pass refund.