School Holidays at Hotham

Visiting Hotham these School Holidays?

There's plenty happening across the Hotham and Dinner Plain to keep the whole family entertained, from scenic chairlift rides and kids' activities to events, après, and more!

Explore Hotham from above, with a scenic ride on the Big D Chairlift.

From Saturday, 27 June, the chairlifft will be open for scenic rides from 10AM - 3PM, allowing guests to enjoy the alpine views and explore the surroundng area, before returning via the chairlift or on foot.

Tickets are avaialable to purchase in-resort only, at Mini Box (Big D), Hotham Sports (Hotham Central) and Guest Services (Hotham Central).

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Hotham Hub Holiday Fun!

Saturday & Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm at Hotham Hub

Bring the kiddies along to Hotham Hub these school holidays for a fun-filled escape from the cold! Our indoor program is packed with activities to keep young adventurers entertained, including movies, a silent disco, arts and crafts, games, dancing and more. While the kids play, warm up and refuel with hearty food and delicious drinks from the Hub Café — the perfect family-friendly spot to relax and recharge at Hotham. All children must be accompanied by and adult at all times

Enjoy the thrill of toboganning in Dinner Plain on the Peashooter Toboggan Slope. Open daily from 10am-4pm at Cobungra Flat (subject to conditions), entry is $10 per person, with kids under three free when accompanied by a paying adult. Toboggan hire not included.

Tickets can be purchased online or at the Scrubbers End Shelter, where you'll also find a café and toilets. Toboggan hire is available from Hotham Sports, Hoys Ski Hire in Dinner Plain, or the Scrubbers End Café.

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Join us this school holidays for a week full of family-friendly fun! From games and trivia to interactive adventures and crafting sessions, there's something for everyone to enjoy. 

Meeting at 1pm in the Bird Café daily (except Movie Day at Viva Alpina) *all activities are free 

Movie Day | Family Trivia | Kids Olympics | Hotham Duck Egg Hunt | Arts, Crafts & Games Hub 

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

For the first week of the school holidays, book any available cross-country skiing or snowshoeing session and receive 50% off with the promo code TAKEAHIKE50OFF

Join us for a fully guided alpine adventure, exploring beautiful mountain landscapes while learning about the unique flora and environment of the region. Every experience is tailored to your interests and fitness level.

Offer valid 27 June–3 July. Minimum 2 adult guests required (minimum booking value $117).

Game Day at The Genny

Friday 25 11am to 2pm

Get your head in the game with mini putt putt, frizbie golf and the soccer up on the big screen. Grab a $20 Genny sesh jug and settle in.

Snowshoe to Fondue

Daily with Alpine Nature Experience

Enjoy a glass of vin chaud after a guided snowshoe tour or guided hike to the hidden eco-village. Learn the secrets of a traditional French fondue as part of a 3-course dinner under a wood fire heated giant tipi in a forest of snow gums.. Bookings essential alpinenatureexperience.com.au

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Dinner Plain Onsen

Open daily, 12pm-8pm

Treat yourself to relaxation at the DP Onsen, offering massages, facials, yoga sessions and personal training. Featuring a Japanese inspired outdoor Onsen heated to 38 degrees celsius, it is the ideal retreat for staying warm in the cold winter months. 

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Vista Private Nordic Bath

Daily at Alpine Nature Experience

Enjoy a guided walk, before soaking in your private Nordic wood-fired bath, perched above the Dargo Valley and overlooking one of Victoria’s most spectacular alpine landscapes, with a glass of sparkling in hand.
From $295 for 2 people | Includes snowshoes, towels, a 1-hour private bath session and premium sparkling.
Available most days at 11:00am and 3:00pm. Bookings essential alpinenatureexperience.com.au

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Howling Husky Sled Dog Tours

Daily from 10am – 4:30pm

Howling Huskys offer dog sled tours around the snow gums, as well as wheeled tours with the huskies when there is no snow. Meet and greet with up to 70 huskies, and enjoy a tour or dog sled demonstrations. You will find them this season at Dinner Plain and Wire Plain. Bookings recommended via howlinghuskys.com.au or socials.  

Husky cuddles sessions also available!

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Mountain bikes and e-bikes are available for hire through Snow Monkey Rentals. Sizes small to large available. 

Mountain Bikes $80/FULL DAY, $60/HALF DAY
E-Bikes $160/FULL DAY, $120/HALF DAY

Piano Wizard Dinner & Show

7:30pm - Late at Jack Frost, Sunday June 28

Known to audiences around Australia as “The Piano Wizard”, Andrew has spent decades performing everywhere from intimate venues and wineries to major jazz and blues festivals across Australia and New Zealand.  “I am ready to PLAY, are YOU ready to Sing, Dance & have a Great time again?” This is sure to be a fantastic dinner & show.

 

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Fairy Bread with a Garbo

11am Thursday 2 July

Ever wondered about waste management and recycling at Mt Hotham?
Here is your chance to find out. Come on down to the Garbage shed's (4 Workshop Acc) for a tour and some lovingly made fairy bread. Mt Hotham's waste management and recycling team are leaders in alpine waste management in Victoria and are proud to showcase their operations and answer any questions you may have.


FREE Donuts at Frankie

10:00am to 3:00pm at Frankie, Saturday & Sunday

Frankie at The Big Dis serving up a FREE hot jam donut with every hot beverage purchase, to celebrate the opening of the Big D Chair for sightseeing, as well as $10 mulled wines and Schnappy Happy Hour!
Keep an eye open for Harry the snow dragon around 2pm!

Come to The Bird for Happy Hour specials every day in school holdiays.

$20 Jugs | $5 Spritzes | $5 Wings

Bottomless Pasta Wheel & Wine Experience

5pm Tuesday 30 June & 12.30pm Saturday 4 July

Jack Frost brings you an incredible Pasta Wheel Experience!
A hearty dining experience with fresh pasta tossed and finished inside a hollowed Parmesan wheel, perfectly paired with curated wines. 

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Daily Happy Hour from 3:30pm

2-for-1 cocktails & $1 wings

 

Schnitzel & Trivia Night

7:00pm at Zirky’s, Wednesday 1 July

Zirky’s Trivia returns in 2026!
Starting at 7:00 PM every Wednesday. Book a table, grab dinner beforehand, and make the most of Schnitzel Night. Round up your team and join a great night of trivia, food, and fun! Bookings recommended.

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DWA Fundraiser

5:00pm til Late at Chill Bar, Saturday 26 June

Disabled Winter Sports Australia hosts a great night every Saturday at Chill Bar to raise much needed funds for the all the volunteer work done by the DWA. Live Music from 5pm, cheeky cocktails, beer or wine, and your chance in the raffle to win meat trays, veggie boxes and more - all for a great cause.

Zirky’s Friday Cocktails & Stein Sundays

4:00pm - 6:00pm Zirky’s Restaurant & Bar

Friday 4:00pm - 6:00pm: 2 for 1 cocktails, from Zirky’s popular cocktail list. Plus tasty favourites from the après menu

Sunday 3:00pm - 5:30pm: Finish the weekend the right way at Zirky’s. $20 Steins • $20 Mussels
Plus tasty favourites from the après menu

Zirky's

The Dinner Plain Hotel reopens its doors from 5pm on Friday 26 June, serving up a brand-new Smokehouse Menu featuring delicious burgers, brisket and cold tap beers.

Come down for a FREE tasting of the new Alpine Ember Micro distilled batch moonshine (while stocks last), and try a range of Moonshines all made onsite, local Beer, some of the best homemade Pasta’s on The Mountain, along with our legendary Pizza Paddles!  Drink Specials and pot luck food specials too!  
Australia’s Highest Moonshine Distillery is open for tastings from 4:30pm daily.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY OPENING HOURS

STORE
OPENING HOURS*
Pinnacle 
9am - 5pm
Board Box 9am - 5pm
Onetree Sports 9am - 5pm
Mini Box 10am - 3pm
Zirky's
9am - 5pm
Hoys Hotham Corral Day Carpark
9am - 5pm
Hotham Sports, Hotham Central 8am - 5pm
Base n Edge 10am - 3pm
 
Hoys Harrietville
 
Fri 7am - 10pm
Sat-Thur 7am - 7pm
 Hoys Jack Frost Closed until more snow
Hoys Dinner Plain
9am - 5pm
Hoys Hotham Hub 10am - 3pm
Hoys Omeo
8am - 6pm
Snow Monkey 8am - 6pm

*Hours subject to change 
VENUE
OPENING HOURS*
The Bird Cafe
7.30am - 3pm
The Bird Bar 11am - 9pm
Jack Frost 4pm - Late
Chill Bar 7.30am - Late
Freshies 8am - 2.30pm
Zirky's
12pm - Late
The General
8.30am - Late
Frankie 10am - 3pm
Sir Loins 5pm - 11pm
Wabi Sabi
11am - 4pm (Thursday - Monday)
High Plains (Dinner Plain)
12pm - Late
Elements @ Wyndham (Dinner Plain)
8am - 9pm
Alphutte (Dinner Plain) 4pm - 11pm
Dinner Plain Hotel 8am - Late (Tuesday - Sunday)


*Hours subject to change