While we’re almost nearing the end of the ski season, it doesn’t mean the villages quiet down. Ending with a bang, the resorts, restaurants and bars in the area are making sure your last trip to the snow is a memorable one. From live music nights, parties, exclusive dinners and night skiing, there is plenty to do once you end your day on the mountain.

Cocina Taqueria Live Music Night in the Tequila Lounge

If you’re looking for a fun way to kick off your night in the snow, join Jindabyne’s Cocina Taqueria upstairs in the Tequila Lounge during one of their live music nights. Pairing to your coconut marg and pork tacos perfectly, wind down, chat with mates and enjoy music from a local artist. Keep up to date on Cocina’s next live music night via their socials.

Thredbo First Base Ft Sneaky Sound System presented by Canadian Club

After a big day on the slopes, slide straight into First Base Ft Sneaky Sound System at the Thredbo Alpine Hotel. Turn up to the fire burning, vintage après outfits and retro sweaters, plenty of Canadian Clubs to go around and enjoy a smooth mix of throwback tunes followed by some of the hottest live artists in the country. Held a few times a year, this will mark Thredbo’s final après party for the 2023 winter season.

Holly GoLightly Thursday Night DJ Sessions

Every Thursday night, Holly GoLightly in Jindabyne is the place to be. Hosting a different DJ every week, to make sure the night is banging, they also have food and drink specials including $6 tins from Beerfarm, $15 espresso martinis and $15 cheeseburger combos.

Thredbo Merritts Beer Dinner

Get the exclusive opportunity to dine on the mountain at night with Thredbo’s Merritts Beer Dinner. An adult-only event, ride the gondola to Merritts Mountain Haus and enjoy a specially selected menu, paired with Pirate Life Beers. As you enjoy your meal, hear from a Pirate Life ambassador who will guide you through the tastings and pairings of each craft beer.

Perisher Night Skiing and Boarding

Ski under the stars on Front Valley at Perisher every Tuesday and Saturday from 6pm. Weren’t ready to call it a day? Practice your skills and have fun with friends before the fireworks start at 7:20pm and get those extra few hours of skiing in! For kids, head over to Smiggin Holes on Wednesday night from 6-8pm and enjoy night skiing for free!

The Banjo Paterson Inn Retro Night Friday

Bringing back your favourite retro hits every week, join The Banjo Paterson Inn for their Retro Night Friday and hit the dancefloor from 8pm till late! While you sip on a cocktail or two, the Hotel’s resident local DJ’s will be spinning all the top party tunes from the 80s-00s.

Perisher Thirsty Thursdays

Before your last run of the day, make your way to the Top Spot Bar at Blue Cow Perisher between 2 and 4pm for Thirsty Thursdays. Serving drinks by Underground Spirits, sip on a Caramel Apple Splice cocktail and enjoy live tunes while you overlook the breathtaking mountain.

To see how you can make the most of NSW’s ski season this year, head to our Alpine page.