Posted 3 September 2025

Following a bumper snow season in 2025, Falls Creek is offering families even more reason to visit this month with the launch of its brand-new September School Holiday Festival, running from Saturday 20 September to Sunday 5 October. 

“Conditions at Falls Creek are amazing and we wanted to share it with as many families as possible this spring, which is the best time for beginners to learn and explore the progression-perfect terrain from Australia’s longest green run, Wombat’s Ramble, to intermediate trails with stunning lake views,” said Betony Pitcher, Falls Creek’s Field Marketing Manager. 

 What to expect at the September School Holiday Festival: 

• The first week sees FREE Twilight Skiing and Boarding on Wombat’s Ramble, FREE donut decorating for kids under 14, a 5-Day Kids Snowsports Adventure Week with skiing instruction, scavenger hunts and friendly races, FREE marshmallow-toasting in the Village Bowl on Tuesday, Snowclub or Junior Workshop lessons and a FREE fireworks display. 

• Week two includes a season-ending Pond Skim, where costumed skiers and snowboarders attempt to glide across the water. Plus another 5-Day Kids Snowsports Adventure Week and more FREE donut decorating for kids! 

Top Tips for Families at Falls Creek: 

• The new equipment valet service is a gamechanger for families: rent your gear from any Falls Creek Sports outlet and they will valet your equipment from the Village Bowl store for free. This includes safely storing your equipment so you don’t have to take it back to your accommodation each night and can instead head out to après dining and activities right away. If your children are in Snowclub, there’s even free delivery directly there, so your child’s equipment is ready to go when they arrive and there’s no extra running around required. 

• Eating at your accommodation: did you know about Vegitation Fresh Fruit and vegetable delivery service? Order online and they will deliver direct to your door – no more heaving shopping home. 

• Can’t keep up with your teens? Arrange to meet at one of the heated meeting spots, such as the Lorna Dunkley shelter next to the top of Scott’s Chairlift, or at the bottom of Halley’s Comet behind the loading station and rest up while you wait out of the weather. 

• Staying at Falls Creek Hotel? Did you know their kids club starts at 6pm and is fully supervised with a child-friendly dinner option? Parents can eat in the adjacent restaurant for a ski date night or catch up with adult friends and family. 

• Want to watch the fireworks out of the cold? Lakeside Lodge has one of the best views in the village, book to avoid disappointment. 

“Set against the stunning backdrop of Falls Creek, the festival offers a perfect blend of school holiday celebration and snowsports excitement,” said Betony.  “Whether you’re skiing, snowboarding, or simply soaking up the mountain atmosphere, there’s something for everyone – we can’t wait to see you on the slopes.” 

❄️Images available here. 

More information: September School Holiday Festival | Falls Creek Ski Resort 

Media Enquiries:  

Dani Wright

Communications Senior Manager
Vail Resorts Australia  
media@vailresorts.com.au