It's here again, the third annual Hotham Powder Festival is set to blast away skiers and boarders alike at Hotham from August 11.

Snap on the goggles, retro gear or even the sun screen for the Ford Snow Cricket, there is plenty happening all week, with something for everyone. From the Snowsports Spectacular and the Nixon Air Strike to the demo weekend and the retro theme day as well as snow sculpture competitions, the Powder Festival caters for the snow bunny within.

Those looking for a more chilled atmosphere can enjoy soothing tunes at Zirky’s ‘Jazz and Shirazz’ evening, check out the latest styles at ‘Fashions on the (Ski) Field’ and participate in food and wine tasting sessions.

The Powder Festival at Hotham will also feature performances by some of the best entertainment acts, including John Course and the Vasco Era.
 

Schedule

This schedule is to be used as a guide only. An up to date schedule of events will be handed to you as part of your arrival into the resort. For events marked with '*', you will need to sign up your interest for this activity at Guest Services. More information on any of the activities is also available at Guest Services.

Saturday, 11th August

• Interschools Grand Prix Racing
• ADVANCE Sled Dog Challenge, Dinner Plain
• Demo Weekend, top of Village Chair
• Retro Day
• 4pm - Nixon Air Strike, Summit
• 5pm - Harry Show, Summit
• 6pm - Snowsports Spectacular, Summit
• 6.30pm - Fireworks
• 7.00pm - Trivia Night, AJ's

Sunday, 12th August

• August Interschools Grand Prix Racing
• ADVANCE Sled Dog Challenge, Dinner Plain
• Demo Weekend, top of Village Chair

Monday, 13th August

• Snow Sculpture Competition*
• 9pm - Sk8 Rock and Pole featuring the Vasco Era

Tuesday, 14th August

• Free snowkiting demos and lessons, top of the Summit
• 6.30pm - Fashions on the (ski) field, AJ's Cafe

Wednesday, 15th August 

• Ford Snow Cricket*
• 5pm - Harry Show, Big D
• 6pm - Jazz and Shiraz at Zirky's
   
  

Thursday, 16th August

• 10.30 - 11.30am - Face Painting, Hotham Central
• 2.30 - 4pm - Face Painting, Big D
• Food and Wine Tastings, Hotham Central
• 9pm - John Course at Swindlers
  

Friday, 20th August

• 10am - 12pm - Snocce, outside White Crystal Reception*
• 2 - 4pm - Snocce, outside White Crystal Reception *