Snow Machine Festival (Queenstown, New Zealand) 2025

Snow-capped peaks and thundering basslines are set to collide once again as Snow Machine Festival returns to Queenstown, New Zealand, from September 9–14, 2025. Known as one of the most unique music festival experiences on the planet, Snow Machine transforms the ski fields of The Remarkables and Coronet Peak into high-altitude stages, pairing breathtaking alpine scenery with a world-class soundtrack of house, drum & bass, and live performances. The week-long adventure doesn’t just offer music, it’s an immersive holiday where festival-goers can carve down pristine slopes by day and dance under the stars by night.

This year’s program welcomes a mix of global stars and homegrown talent. Claptone brings his enigmatic house anthems to the mountains, Netsky delivers his signature drum & bass energy, while What So Not, Luude, Odd Mob, and Montel2099 promise explosive performances. The diversity of styles continues with Amyl and The Sniffers playing their only New Zealand show, Hot Dub Time Machine’s famed time-traveling party set, Mallrat’s indie-pop charm, and sets from DJs like Mell Hall, Boogs, and Spacey Space.

Snow Machine is more than a festival, it’s a full alpine escape. Beyond the stages, visitors can explore après-ski bars, mountain-top raves, and late-night club shows scattered across Queenstown. The seamless blend of adventure sports, music, and community spirit ensures every moment feels like something out of a dream. With stunning vistas, an inclusive atmosphere, and carefully curated production that lights up the Southern Alps, Snow Machine 2025 is shaping up to be the ultimate snow and sound experience. For those chasing both powder and unforgettable parties, Queenstown in September is the only destination.