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Coronet Peak Night Ski
Experience New Zealand’s Only Night Skiing
When the sun goes down, the lights come on and Coronet Peak transforms. Night Ski is an absolute must-do when visiting Queenstown.
When: Wednesday & Friday nights from 24 June to 4 September, plus Saturday 11 & 18 July for School Holidays.
Time: 4pm - 9pm
après ski at its finest
Warm up with a mulled wine and
pizza after the slopes
After you’re done shredding beneath the stars with an amped-up crew, enjoy an epic après experience on the deck with a drink and gourmet pizza as the DJ spins some tunes.
LONGER SKI DAYS
Night Ski Après
Queenstown at Sunset
Night ski trail map
Let’s get you on the slopes
Superpass
- A full day, all-access Lift Pass
- Choose to ski at Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Mt Hutt and 9 more New Zealand ski areas
- Ski any day! No bookings required and no holiday blackouts
- Fully flexible, swap unused days for off-mountain activities if you need a rest or the weather isn't on
Night Ski Pass
- Catch breathtaking sunsets over Queenstown, then carve down floodlit trails with friends and family
- Wednesday and Friday nights from 24 June to 4 September
- Saturday nights on 11th and 18th July
Student 3 day + Night Ski Pass
Study hard, ski harder!
- 3 Full Day Lift Passes (9am - 4pm) to use at Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt
- 1 Coronet Peak Night Ski Pass (4-9pm)
- Student pass eligibility criteria applies
How do I get up the slopes?
To get to Night Ski at Coronet Peak, you can either drive yourself or book a return trip on our Queenstown Ski Bus. We run a dedicated Night Ski service, it’s the easiest way to get up and experience the epic vibes! Just book your seat online in advance, and be at your pickup location on time. We’ll take care of the rest.
What to Expect at Night Ski in Queenstown
Ready to shred under the stars? Here are a few top tips to help you make the most of your Night Ski adventure:
Layer up - the mountain air gets crisp after dark, make sure you pack an extra layer (or two). Think thermals, midlayers, neck warmers.
Low-light lenses - Visibility changes when the sun goes down. Bring goggles with yellow, rose, or clear lenses for better definition under the floodlights.
Gloves, Beanie, & Ski Socks - double check your accessories before heading up. Bonus points if your gear's waterproof and warm.
Water & Snacks - The Café and Bars at the Base Building are open for dinner and drinks, but a water bottle and pocket snack make for an easy mid-lap recharge.
Head Torch (optional) - All Night Ski runs are floodlit with great visibility, but if you’re walking from the carpark or carving late, a head torch can be a handy backup to help you find your way.
Why Coronet Peak Has New Zealand’s Best Night Skiing
The lights come on, the music starts pumping, and Coronet turns electric. But skiing after dark isn’t quite like a daytime lap, so here’s what to keep in mind:
Visibility: Floodlit trails still mean low light. So use low-light lenses to help, and stay in control as hazards can be harder to spot.
Select trails, same Good Times: Night Ski at the Peak includes a mix of green, blue, red, and black trails (subject to conditions) to cater for all ability levels. But it’s not the full mountain, so check the Trail Map and Snow Report for the latest.
Grooming: When conditions and operations line up, we’ll give the trails a fresh groom at 4pm so you might just score your second serve of corduroy for the day.
No BYO: No alcohol (unless sold by Coronet Peak) is allowed on-mountain. Bag checks may happen. Thirsty or hungry? We’ve got you sorted in the base building alpine après.
Worth the drive from Wānaka? We think so, no one else in Aotearoa does nights like this.
faqs
Yes, rental gear is available during Night Ski. We’ve got skis, snowboards, boots, helmets plus jackets & pants ready to go, so you can head from town to the Peak with minimal fuss. Pick up from either our Snow Centre in Queenstown the day before or from our on-mountain rental centre on the day.
Absolutely. Night Ski is a favourite for first timers, families and cruisy after-work laps alike. Our Meadows Chairlift is open during Night Ski hours allowing access to our Green beginner Friendly Runs along with our Surface Conveyors in the Learner zone. The atmosphere is relaxed, the lights keep the slopes bright, and there’s nothing quite like learning to link your turns under the Queenstown night sky.
If you’re coming up just for the evening session, a dedicated Night Ski pass is your best bet it allows you access from 4pm-9pm on any day Night Ski is running.
Planning on skiing during the day too? Grab a Superpass and ski 1pm-9pm to really make the most of those Coronet Peak Good TImes.
Keen to experience the magic of Night Ski all winter long? Our 3 Peak Pass gives you unlimited access to Mt Hutt, The Remarkables, & Coronet Peak including unlimited Night Skiing at Coronet Peak. Perfect for those really wanting to make the most out of their Winter.
Night Ski runs from 4pm-9pm on Wednesday's & Friday's with 3 additonal Night Skis on Saturday's during the July School holiday period. We recommend checking the daily snow report before heading up to check whether Night Ski is running & to stay up to date with the latest snow conditions.
Night Ski lights up the Peak on selected Wednesday & Friday evenings throughout Winter with three additonal Saturday Night Ski's during the July School holidays. Expect floodlit laps, après energy and Queenstown nightlife like no other. Check the snow report for the latest schedule and conditions.
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