Thredbo will come alive in February with $120 thousand of cash and prizes up for grabs in the biggest gravity mountain bike festival in Australia.
THE Cannonball MTB Festival will be firing on all wheels when up to 2500 riders descend on Thredbo Village for what is a spectacle to behold. To put it mildly, it will be a thumping week of high-octane action, live music and an unbeatable festival atmosphere.
World-class pro riders, keen amateurs, and juniors will all be striving to win their category, and for the pros, the coveted title of being crowned king and queen of Cannonball.
With live entertainment all week long – capped off by a massive Saturday night send-off party – it’s a non-stop celebration of mountain biking culture.
Riders arrive early in the week for practice before the main action starts on Wednesday, and it does not let up until the very end.
February 11
Specialized All-Mountain Enduro
Back by popular demand, the Specialized All-Mountain Enduro takes riders on a 9km, 3-stage journey across the entire mountain, starting at the top of Cruiser and finishing at Valley Terminal. The Enduro encounters Thredbo’s most challenging terrain, from rock rolls to steep switchbacks, testing the strength and stamina of even the most seasoned enduro pros.
February 12
FOX Flow Motion Cup
The FOX Flow Motion Cup delivers a midweek showdown for riders of all disciplines, with fast-flowing berms and long traverses that reward fitness, finesse, and full-throttle fun from start to finish. Although not super technical, cornering and pedalling ability will be paramount.
February 12
Maxxis Dual Slalom
The Maxxis Dual Slalom returns with a fresh course and plenty of fast-paced, side-by-side action. Expect off-camber grass turns, high-speed drifting, and head-to-head battles in the Friday Flat arena as riders race for glory. Riders will complete a qualifying run on Thursday morning, with the top competitors advancing to the head-to-head finals.
February 13
Oakley Pump Track Challenge
The Oakley Pump Track Challenge lights up Friday night as riders pump, double, and manual their way around Thredbo’s Village Green. It’s a high-energy showdown of skill and precision, where flow is everything and only the smoothest make it to the finals. Riders will lay down a qualifying run on Friday morning, with the top riders going through to the finals!
February 13 & 14
RockShox Australian Open Downhill
The RockShox Australian Open Downhill takes on Thredbo’s legendary Cannonball track, where riders charge through rock gardens, chutes, and massive jumps at full throttle. It’s fast, fierce, and packed with thrills – all leading up to the biggest payday in Australian downhill history.
February 14
Deity Whip Wars
The invite-only Deity Whip Wars returns to centre stage Saturday afternoon, bringing the biggest style and airtime of the week. Watch Australia’s loosest riders throw down massive moto-style whips and wild tricks in a battle for bragging rights and the crowd’s roar. Highly entertaining and one of the best events for spectators.
The Festival is a must-visit for any keen mountain biker, and, as a bonus, free rider photos are available from the event.
Gravity Pass holders can save 20% on their all-event entry and 10% on individual event entries, so lock in your Gravity Pass before you register.
The Boost Mobile multi-event entry is the best value when competing in the Cannonball MTB Festival and puts you on the start line for 5 of the 6 events.
Registrations close 6pm Wednesday, 4th February, unless sold out prior.
