When will ski resorts in Canterbury open for the ski season? The 2026/27 Canterbury Ski season starts from 2026/06/21. See this list of projected opening dates for Canterbury mountains. Important Note: Not all dates listed here are official and final, as resort opening dates are projected and subject to change. Check back for updates on when the lifts are set to start spinning at Canterbury, and don't miss opening day at your favorite resort!
| Resort Name | Projected opening date |
|---|---|
| Mt. Lyford Alpine Resort | Jun 27 |
| Craigieburn Valley Ski Area | Jul 17 |
| Mt. Cheeseman Ski Resort | Jul 30 |
| Broken River Ski Area | Aug 15 |
| Hanmer Springs Ski Area | Jun 20 |
| Mt. Dobson Ski Area | Jul 03 |
| Mt. Hutt Ski Area | Jun 26 |
| Mt. Olympus | Jul 26 |
| Ohau Snow Fields | Jun 27 |
| Porters | Jun 26 |
| Temple Basin | Aug 09 |