TL;DR
Perisher's Mid-Station is changing. The on-mountain hub at the heart of the Front Valley network is undergoing a staged refurbishment that began this off-season, with the first phase already complete. A new pick-and-mix lolly concept called Sugar & Snow is the first visible addition for 2026, with further upgrades planned through the season and into next summer. The McGuinn family, who ran the venue for 22 years, did not have their lease renewed by Vail Resorts.
Perisher's Mid-Station is entering a multi-phase refurbishment, with the first stage complete ahead of the 2026 winter season.
The on-mountain venue - a central regrouping point within the Front Valley network and a fixture for ski school groups and families for decades - is being reimagined by Vail Resorts following a change in tenancy. The McGuinn family, who operated Mid-Station for 22 years, did not have their lease renewed. Their tenure covered everything from hot chocolates and glühwein to German soft pretzels, meat pies, and a snow-themed retail space that became a reliable stop for younger visitors. The 2026 season is the first without them.
Perisher confirmed the refurbishment plans in a blog post on 15 June 2026, describing the project as a staged upgrade designed to improve customer flow, accessibility, and the overall break experience between runs.
