Snow Machine Festival announces stellar line-up for Queenstown 2026
Ready to blend your dream ski trip with a world-class music festival this September? Snow Machine returns to the slopes of Queenstown for its fifth New Zealand edition, and it’s bigger and better than ever.
30+ ARTISTS | 8 STAGES | 5 DAYS | 2 SKI FIELDS
From 8 to 13 September 2026, Snow Machine brings its frosty festivities back to Aotearoa New Zealand, delivering the ultimate mix of world-class music, snow sports and unforgettable parties.
Back for its fifth Southern Alps edition, Snow Machine blends world-class music with snow sports and alpine parties across Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and The Festival’s Main Arena. By day, ski and ride to on-mountain après stages. By night, be prepared to dance the night away under the stars at the vibrant Main Arena in Queenstown.
Blending a premium winter holiday with a multi-day music experience, Snow Machine is truly one of a kind. Spend your days carving fresh powder at The Remarkables and Coronet Peak or dancing high above Queenstown as DJs and live acts soundtrack the slopes. When the sun sets, the party rolls into the Main Arena for high-impact performances that keep the après energy going long into the night.
Meet the 30+ International and Local Acts joining this year!
Each night, from 10 – 12 September, Snow Machine’s main arena will come alive with an explosive lineup of international and local talent;
In alphabetical order
CHET FAKER | KANINE | NINAJIRACHI |NORA EN PURE | ORKESTRATED | RESTRICTED
DANNY RANTS | GROOVE CITY | ILLY | JIMI THE KWEEN | MARK KNIGHT | SAMANTHA LOVERIDGE | SAVAGE | SCRIBE | SUNSET BROS | Y.O.G.A
Plus heaps more, INCLUDING A VERY SPECIAL GUEST TBA!
Much more than a festival, this is Queenstown’s Biggest Winter Week!
Snow Machine is a full winter holiday experience. Expect skiing and snowboarding, sunrise yoga, run club, drag brunches, street parties, adventure activities and late-night performances in the main arena.
SIDE EVENTS & ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES:
BUNGY LAUNCH PARTY | CANYON KICK-OFF | FIRST TRACKS SKI TOUR | GROUP PILATES | POLAR BARE | POOF DOOF DRAG BRUNCH |
QUEENSTOWN HILL HIKE | RUN CLUB | SLOPESTYLE COMPETITION | SPEAKER SERIES | STREET PARTY | SUNRISE YOGA
+ MORE TBA
All-In Festival Packages – On Sale Now!
There are 5 and 7 day packages on offer across a huge range of hotels and self contained properties to suit every budget from value to luxury.
5 Day Package: Arrive 9 Sept – Depart 14 Sept including;
- 5 nights accommodation in Queenstown
- 4 day ski pass to Coronet Peak and The Remarkables
- 4 day festival pass
7 Day Package: Arrive 8 Sept – Depart 15 Sept including;
- 7 nights accommodation in Queenstown
- 4 day ski pass to Coronet Peak and The Remarkables
- 4 day festival pass
Packages start from $1034pp and are able to be secured with a $399pp deposit.
A range of ticket only options will be available for purchase at a later date. VIP Upgrades will also be available.
In the meantime, check out last year’s Aftermovie below for a taste of what’s in store. Then lock in your spot early to secure the best price and start counting down to the best week of your year.
