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5 + 6 May 2026 | Thredbo

about the snow summit

The Snow Summit is Snow Resorts Australia’s flagship national industry event, bringing together resort leaders, industry, sport, operators, suppliers, government, chambers and experts for two days of learning, collaboration and sector-wide planning.

The event will focus on the future of the sector - with themes around visitor experience, economic development, participation, workforce, technology, sustainability and climate adaptation.

Innovation, Insights

& Impact

Keynote addresses, plenary sessions and industry panels exploring the ideas, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the Australian snow sector.

Industry Data &

Economic Impact

Presentation of the industry’s most comprehensive economic analysis, highlighting snow’s contribution to regional economies and strengthening the sector’s collective evidence base.

Snow Industry

Roundtable

A facilitated forum to capture collective insights and identify key priorities for inclusion in the Summit’s Industry Outcomes Paper.

Industry Networking

& Engagement

Structured and informal opportunities across two days, including the Summit Industry Dinner, designed to foster meaningful connections across the alpine ecosystem.

WHAT TO EXPECT

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Across two days, the Snow Summit will examine the key forces shaping the Australian snow industry. Examples of some of the sessions that will be on offer include:

The Hidden Giant: Snow’s Surprising Role in Australia’s Regional Economy
Beyond the Mountains: Snow, Communities and Regional Prosperity
World-Leading Snow Management: How Australian Resorts Set the Standard
How Guests Choose Snow: The New Decision Journey
Pricing, Perception and Participation: Barriers to Growth
What the Market Is Telling Us: Insights from Suppliers and Retailers in Snowsports
Building Careers, Not Just Seasons: Opportunities for the Next Generation

The Summit will also provide the stage for the formal launch of a new 'Know Before You Go' Snow Safety campaign and modernised Alpine Responsibility Code.

Full Program Coming Soon

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Interested in Being a Speaker?

We are now inviting speaker suggestions and conference topic proposals from across the industry.

Summit themes include visitor experience, economic development, participation, technology and sustainability. We welcome ideas across these areas, or any other topics you believe warrant a future-focused discussion.

If you have a speaker or topic you would like considered, please email snowsummit@snowresorts.org.au by Friday 13th March 2026.

Accommodation Partner

The Snow Summit’s official accommodation partner is the Thredbo Alpine Hotel, located in the heart of Thredbo Village and within walking distance of all Summit events.

An exclusive Snow Summit Bed & Breakfast rate is available for attendees for the nights of Monday 4th & Tuesday 5th May:

$199 per night – Single Room
$206 per night – Twin/King Room

Rates are subject to availability and attendees are encouraged to book early.

To secure the Snow Summit rate, please call 02 6459 4184 or email tahfunctions@evt.com and reference Snow Summit 2026.