The Start of the Crackenback Challenge 2012

It can snow in Thredbo at any time of the year so it is no great surprise to see a front move through on Wednesday afternoon dropping a couple of centimeters on the top of the mountain.  In spite of the wintery conditions the crew from National Runners week were out in force again with over 70 competing in day 4 of this week long event.

The runners spend a whole week in Thredbo with events every day from serious running races to fun runs, games, tennis tournaments,volley ball, mini biathlons and more.

One of the more prestigious events on the program is the Crackenback Challenge, a grueling race from the Village to the Top of the Kosciusko Express Chairlift at Eagles Nest.   This year’s winners were Jindabyne local Anthony Evans with a time of 21 minutes 16 seconds and  Vanessa Haverd in 27 minutes 23 seconds.  However fun is the focus of this 32 year old event and it has a great history  as Thredbo’s longest running summer event.   The Event is organised by the Canberra YMCA Runners Club.   For a full program   click here.

This package includes:

1.) 3 nights accommodation for a family of 4.

2.) 2 x Adult two day summer activity passes and 2 kids free passes including all this:

1. Unlimited chairlift rides to the top of the mountain and the start of the walking tracks to the high country.
2. Unlimited access to the Thredbo Leisure centre with water slide, 50m pool, gym and sports hall.
3. 24 Rides on the 1km long Thredbo Bobsled.
4. And just in case you’re not getting enough action, a round of golf and tennis each day.

This package is only $520 for a family of 4 staying in a Lantern 1 Bedroom apartment . Larger apartments are available on request and we have special rates for longer stays. We have apartments available for all size families and budgets so call 1800 020 598 9am to 7pm or send the booking request form below:

The All Mountain Cup will include a number of additional elements over the course of each two-day event. Riders will compete in a stage-like environment, in which performance results will be tallied to determine the overall event winner.

In addition to the centrepiece Olympic Cross Country event, other formats such as the cross country eliminator (four-cross for cross country), cross country time trial, cross country enduro (25km to 50km), Super D (downhill cross country) and the return of the short course event will be scheduled over the weekend of competition.

In the Gravity Cup, all downhill classes will now have seeding races on the Saturday, followed by finals on the Sunday.

The Thredbo Round of the series will be held on the weekend of December 11th and 12th.

Book Accommodation Here.

The Lantern Thredbo Apartments  3rd night free accommodation offer is on at that time so you can pay for 2 nights  and stay for 3 making it an easy way to have a long weekend.  We have plenty of accommodation choices for the weekend including a Larger 3 bedroom size property, a 2 bedroom and a 1 bedrooom at Lhotsky Apartments and plenty of 1 bedroom apartments at the Lantern.  Crackenback Castle and Banjo Townhouse are  also vacant for the weekend.   We have the bike washing stations ready to go but  we are hoping for a fine weekend.  Book now on 1800 o20 598 or click below.

Hard rockin’  blues men Kevin Borich, Harry Brus and Darren Jack are all in Thredbo for the weekend so the dancing shoes will keep on  smokin’ .  If your feets start failin’  from all the dancing,   Jeff Lang will be here to grab audiences in his vice like grip with an atmospheric journey through his roots blues world full of slide, sleight of hand and straight out power.

The girls are on the program as well with US duo Diane Van Deurzen and Lisa Otey from Tucson Arizona in Thredbo for the first time singing up a boogie woogie storm and another Thredbo debut for Jo Jo Smith  an Aussie blues songstress with a gutsy style and energy that will see her fit right in.  There are plenty more names on the program and with music running from Friday evening until the early hours of Monday morning there is plenty of time to catch up with most of them.

Performances are in venues all over the village, on the mountain and in the village square.   If you book your accommodation now we can book an “early bird” festival pass for you at only $125 for the whole weekend including chairlift access.   We have our 5th night free offer on over the weekend as well so if you would like to escape to Thredbo for a summer season break with some hiking, alpine action and a Blues Festival thrown in,  this is your chance.  For more details on the program go to:  www.thredboblues.com.au

To book accommodation with the festival pass click here:

 Thredbo Blues 2012 Booking Enquiry

Thredbo offers a variety of kids activities.

The Thredbo Early Childhood Centre is also open to provide occasional care for the younger family members.

Kids Club Night Adventure
This adventure has the children armed with torches searching the bush for wombats, possums and anything that goes bump in the night! (6-12 years only)

Purchase your kids night of adventure at Thredbo’s on-line store.

Download the

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Childrens Art Workshops

These fun workshops are available for children 6 – 8 years and 9 – 11 years. The workshops are run by friendly practicing painters, sculptors and photographers who will encourage and teach your children to develop their art skills while enjoying the unique alpine environment. All materials are provided, workshops will involve both indoor and outdoor art activities.

Cost:    $45.00

Dates:  Monday to Friday during January School holidays

Bookings are essentail, phone 1300 020  for more information.

Thredbo Leisure Centre
Fun for all the family at the Thredbo Leisure Centre. Ride the waterslide*, swim some relaxing laps or head into the sportshall.

Mission Inflatable & Torpedo Topple
Mission Inflatable a slippery, bouncy obstacle course strung over the Leisure Centre pool and new for 2012 is the Torpedo Topple a 20m long inflatable snake that is certainly a challenge to master. Are you willing to accept the mission?

Birthday Parties
Is your child having a party whilst you are in Thredbo? Unlimited access to the waterslide, Mission Inflatable, sports hall, function room and kitchen.

Bookings
Tel:             (02) 6459 4119       or drop into Thredbo Sports. ]]> http://www.lanternapartments.com.au/2011/11/21/thredbo-kids-holiday-activities/feed/ 0 http://www.lanternapartments.com.au/2011/11/09/thredbo-kids-free-summer-boredom-buster/ http://www.lanternapartments.com.au/2011/11/09/thredbo-kids-free-summer-boredom-buster/#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2011 03:30:38 +0000 lantern http://www.lanternapartments.com.au/?p=2666 Thredbo is the perfect destination for a summer family holiday. There is plenty of healthy outdoor action for the kids and more than enough entertainment for the grown ups….and if the grown ups are involved… the kids go free this summer.  Book our  Kids Free  Boredom Buster package this school holidays and  find out what summer in Thredbo is all about.  Packages start from only $482 for 2 days and 2 nights for a family of 4.  Longer stays and larger apartments are available  with special free night deals also available in selected periods.

This package includes:

1.)  2 nights accommodation for a family of 4.

2.)  2 x Adult two day summer activity passes and 2 kids free passes including all this:

1. Unlimited chairlift rides to the top of the mountain and the start of the walking tracks to the high country.
2. Unlimited access to the Thredbo Leisure centre with water slide, 50m pool, gym and sports hall.
3. 24 Rides on the 1km long Thredbo Bobsled.
4. And just in case you’re not getting enough action, a round of golf and tennis each day.

This package is only $482 for a family of 4 staying in a Lantern 1 Bedroom apartment .  Larger apartments are available on request and we have special rates for longer stays.  We have apartments available for all size families and budgets so  call 1800 020 598  9am to 7pm or send the booking request form below:

Drawing and photography walks follow to inspire everyone from the novice to the experienced artist­ in­ residence. Thredbo is a great place for artists looking to build their portfolio, develop their craft or just as an escape with a difference. We offer a fun, friendly, and inspiring environment.

Arthaus tutors have lived and worked in the mountains for years;  their experience and enthusiasm for area is intoxicating.

Create with us! Thredbo Arthaus

 Download the full workshop brochure.

3 DAY WORKSHOPS  from $790 per person including 3 nights accommodation.

• November 15th – 17th, 2011
• December 6th – 8th, 2011
• March 13th – 15th, 2012
• May 15th – 17th, 2012

2 DAY WORKSHOPS  from $590 per person including 2 nights accommodation and an optional 3rd night free

• November 26th & 27th, 2011
• December 17th & 18th, 2011
• March 17th & 18th, 2012
• May 25th & 26th, 2012

CHILDRENS HALFDAY WORKSHOPS in School holidays $45.

Remember we have accommodation available with our 3rd night free special rates for all of the workshops dates.

 Send a Booking Request  or call 1800 020 598

Click here for Special Terms and Conditions.

Click the book now button to book live online or send a booking request below:

The Summer Activity pass includes the following activties.

• Unlimited rides on the Chairlift to access the start of the Koscisuzko Walking track andthe rest of the trail network.
• Unlimited access to the Thredbo Leisure Centre, including 50 metre heated pool, water slide, sports hall with climbing wall, basketball, table tennis, indoor tennis and soccer, gym and squash court.
• A limited number of rides on the Thredbo Bobsled run depending on the duration of your pass.
• A round of golf each day on Thredbo beautiful 9 hole course.
• 1 Hour tennis court hire each day.

Thredbo also offers a Kids free deal with up to 3 kids free activity  passes when you buy 2 adult activity passes.   Children are under 15 years of age.

For a full list of activity pass prices for Summer Season 2011-12 click here: