Calendar of events
Upcoming events
Whether you’re looking to reconnect with familiar faces or excited to meet some new ones, come join us for a participate & paint session. Bookings essential. For more info contact the Club's Admin Officer.
LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE For more details on how to book refer the latest edition of Skimail. Note that dates are always subject to change.
LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE For more details on how to book refer the latest edition of Skimail. Note that dates are always subject to change.
Canberra and Region Heritage Festival. Explore the heritage listed Mt Franklin ski field and hear stories of the early days of Club skiing and social activities. See and handle the skis that Club members made by hand.
To help kick-start the season, the social sub-committee are inviting you to the Club's Pre-season social get-together with nibbles and drinks. Join for the whole event or just pop in for a quick hello! Everyone welcome - members, waiters, juniors, youth and adults. Details TBA.
LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE For more details on how to book refer the latest edition of Skimail. Note that dates are always subject to change.
Pack your woollens and enjoy the region's Opening Season Festivities! Why not book a room & enjoy a relaxing meal and a cozy fire, on us? Saturday June 7. Lakeside outdoor lawn area from 5pm. Firepit and BBQ Sausage Sizzle. BYO Drinks. Bookings essential. Refer upcoming editions of Skimail for more info.
Canberra Alpine Club's Peak booking season runs from Friday 13th June to Saturday 13th September. All bookings made with these dates attract Peak season tariffs.
Sunday 6th to Friday 11th July 2025 at Perisher Lodge.
Sunday 13th to Friday 18th July, 2025 at Perisher Lodge
Saturday 26 July 2025 The Canberra Alpine Club and Cooma Ski Club Championships 2025 (GS race) - Usually run on a course such as Mother-In-Law or Lindner; you don't need to be a gun racer to enjoy participating in this event. As a club we will also be competing for the Canberra/Cooma Cup, with the winning team determined on the basis of the most number of disciplines won by each club, across male/female, u18/18+, and ski/snowboard categories. Cooma Ski Club will be hosting a post-race social event with more details to come.
2nd to 10th August, 2025
KAC Classic (XC) - 4th August Entries aren't yet open for this - keep an eye on the Perisher X-Country page , where you can enter the KAC and many other XC races/events Perisher to Charlotte Pass
August 9: Snowy Mountains Classic (XC) Snowy Mountains Classic (F) 2.5/7.5/15/30 km Meet: Perisher XC Centre
Saturday 23rd August Brumby Races 2025( dual slalom) - The Brumby Races is an unusual event, as it's run as a dual slalom, and is usually set on Upper Roller Coaster or another course that less experienced racers can tackle. One timed run on the red course and one on the blue course - the top racers then "race off" for the Presidents Cup. The Brumby Cup, however, is decided at dinner that evening, with a random draw to pair up men and women - with the fastest combined time winning the Brumby Cup.
EVENT DESCRIPTIONS
Work Parties
Scheduled weekends for members and waitlist members to contribute to lodge upkeep. Tasks include painting, minor repairs, cleaning, and gardening. Accommodation is complimentary, and there is time for “party” as well as “work”. See Frozen Acres for organiser details to book.
Mt Franklin Open Day
Usually held in conjunction with the ACT Heritage Festival in April. Visit the new shelter at heritage listed Mt Franklin and join a park ranger and club members in discovering the history of the area and Club.
Snowsports ACT Ski Sale
Held in May at the Old Bus Depot Markets, Kingston. New and second hand gear for sale.
Back to Perisher Weekend
Held over Easter, events include a fun run, duck race, treasure hunt and mountain bike tour.
Paddy Pallin Junior Cross Country
A Cross country event for anyone under 16, supported by club. The emphasis is on participation, and distances vary depend on age.
Snowsports ACT Come and Try Cross Country Day
Held at the Nordic Shelter – open to everyone. The day involves a two-hour lesson followed by lunch. No cost, but you need to bring your own gear.
NB: The club will subsidise the cost of cross country ski hire for members at this event.
Family Week
A week in the Winter ACT/NSW school holidays designed for families with primary-school aged children. Communal meals and a cooking roster are organised, with food costs shared.
Youth Week
A week in the Winter ACT/NSW school holidays designed for families with high-school aged children. Communal meals and a cooking roster are organised, with food costs shared.
Club Championships
Alpine and Snowboard races on a giant slalom course. Members and guests can compete (members are eligible for awards). Must be above beginner level.
ACT Women in Sport Ski de Femme
If you’re interested in cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, this is for you, with classical and skating sessions run by experienced instructors.
Cross Country Ski Week
A week of events for beginners to seasoned racers. Coffee tours, orienteering, races, and other events.
Cross Country Night Relays
Part of Cross Country Ski Week, this is a fun sprint relay held under lights around a loop at the Nordic Shelter, followed by an optional dinner.
KAC Classic
A freestyle citizen cross-country ski race from Perisher Valley to Charlotte Pass. The club uses this race as its senior cross-country championship.
Snowy Mountains Classic
A series of cross country ski races, ranging from 2.5km to 30km. The club is a major sponsor and uses this race as its junior cross-country championship.
Brumby Races
Club social races where members compete in various events down a dual giant slalom course.
Kosciuszko Tour
Runs from Thredbo to Perisher Valley, organised by the Canberra Cross Country Ski Club.
Balmain Cup
The oldest interclub ski competition in Australia, with the club competing since the 1930s. The Cup consists of, slalom, giant slalom, snowboarding and cross country events.
Perisher Cup
A friendly inter-club competition, where teams of four participate in cross country, giant slalom, and a jump. Any age and ability can compete.