UPCOMING EVENTS
Looking for something to do during your stay in Whistler? Check out these local events that are worth mentioning. You can also check https://www.whistler.com/events/calendar for more local events.
Whistler Events – February 2018
November 11 – February 26
Stone and Sky: Canada’s Mountain Landscape
Location: Audain Art Museum
The Audain Art Museum is proud to announce a special exhibition, Stone and Sky: Canada’s Mountain Landscape. Lawren Harris and the Group of Seven shaped a vision of the landscape that remains synonymous with Canadian identity. Juxtaposing contemporary depictions of the natural landscape with historical perceptions, this exhibition brings together the work of iconic Canadian artists, including Lawren Harris, Emily Carr, W.P. Weston, Edward Burtynsky, John Hartman, N.E. Thing & Co.(IAIN BAXTER&), Gordon Smith and Kenojuak Ashevak.
February 1 – February 4
BC Freestyle Timber Tour
Location: –Whistler All– Whistler Mountain & Blackcomb Mountain
February 3 – February 8
Angela Morgan Solo Exhibition
Location: Adele Campbell Fine Art Gallery
February 3 – March 31
Ice Kingdom
Location: Whistler Golf Club
Experience the magic of Ice Kingdom! British Columbia’s largest-ever snow sculpture exhibit with 40,000 square feet of jaw-dropping sculptures. Children and adults can immerse themselves in a frozen paradise while exploring interactive elements including an ice slide. For a truly magical experience, visit Ice Kingdom when the sun goes down and the lights are up in full colour, with food vendors and licensed bar available. View the amazing snow sculptures located at the exhibit entrance for a sneak peek of how the artists create large scale snow sculptures of fairy tales and fantastic creatures – no ticket required.
February 4
Fire & Ice Show
Location: Skier’s Plaza | Time: 6:30 PM
This legendary, free outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains in Whistler Village. Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including ski and snowboard big air displays, fire spinners, live DJs and fireworks display – it’s guaranteed fun for the entire family. Practice starts at 6:30 PM and the main show starts at 7 PM. Following the show, head over to the Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC) for the notorious Afterburn Party (Adults only after 8 PM).
February 5
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
February 7
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
February 10
Film Screening: The MOMENT
Location: Rainbow Theater | Time: 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Made In Whistler Winter Artisan Market
Location: Westin Resort & Spa | Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Hawksworth Lunch
Location: Steep’s Grill on Whistler
February 11
Fire & Ice Show
Location: Skier’s Plaza | Time: 6:30 PM
This legendary, free outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains in Whistler Village. Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including ski and snowboard big air displays, fire spinners, live DJs and fireworks display – it’s guaranteed fun for the entire family. Practice starts at 6:30 PM and the main show starts at 7 PM. Following the show, head over to the Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC) for the notorious Afterburn Party (Adults only after 8 PM).
Barbed Choir
Location: Whistler Public Library | Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Cypress Point Winter Carnival
Location: The Point Artist Run Centre
February 12
BC Family Day at the Audain Art Museum
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
February 13
Film Screening: American Made
Location: Whistler Public Library | Time: 7:00 PM
February 14
Arts Whistler Live! Presents Roots & Grooves
Location: Maury Young Arts Centre | Time: 8:00 PM
Yoga at the Audain
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
February 15
Kokanee Valley Race Series
Location: Whistler Mountain
Third Thursday
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
February 16
Stone and Sky Panel Discussion
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 7:00 PM
February 17
Made In Whistler Winter Artisan Market
Location: Westin Resort & Spa | Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
February 17
Stone and Sky Curator’s Tour
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 2:00 PM
February 18
Arts Whistler Live! Presents Th’owxiya The Hungry Feast Dish: An Axis Theatre Production
Location: Maury Young Arts Centre | Time: 5:00 PM
Park Rider Ski and Snowboard Slopestyle Event
Location: Terrain Parks
Fire & Ice Show
Location: Skier’s Plaza | Time: 6:30 PM
This legendary, free outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains in Whistler Village. Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including ski and snowboard big air displays, fire spinners, live DJs and fireworks display – it’s guaranteed fun for the entire family. Practice starts at 6:30 PM and the main show starts at 7 PM. Following the show, head over to the Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC) for the notorious Afterburn Party (Adults only after 8 PM).
February 19
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
American Friends Of Whistler at the Audain Art Museum
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
February 21
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
February 23 – February 24
Peak to Valley Race
Location: Whistler Mountain
February 24
Made In Whistler Winter Artisan Market
Location: Westin Resort & Spa | Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
February 25 – March 25
Fire & Ice Show
Location: Skier’s Plaza | Time: 6:30 PM
This legendary, free outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains in Whistler Village. Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including ski and snowboard big air displays, fire spinners, live DJs and fireworks display – it’s guaranteed fun for the entire family. Practice starts at 6:30 PM and the main show starts at 7 PM. Following the show, head over to the Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC) for the notorious Afterburn Party (Adults only after 8 PM).
February 25
Barbed Choir
Location: Whistler Public Library | Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
February 26
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
February 27
Winemaker Après Series
Location: Steep’s Grill on Whistler
February 28
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
Whistler Events – March 2018
February 3 – March 31
Ice Kingdom
Location: Whistler Golf Club
Experience the magic of Ice Kingdom! British Columbia’s largest-ever snow sculpture exhibit with 40,000 square feet of jaw-dropping sculptures. Children and adults can immerse themselves in a frozen paradise while exploring interactive elements including an ice slide. For a truly magical experience, visit Ice Kingdom when the sun goes down and the lights are up in full colour, with food vendors and licensed bar available. View the amazing snow sculptures located at the exhibit entrance for a sneak peek of how the artists create large scale snow sculptures of fairy tales and fantastic creatures – no ticket required.
February 25 – March 25
Fire & Ice Show
Location: Skier’s Plaza | Time: 6:30 PM
This legendary, free outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains in Whistler Village. Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including ski and snowboard big air displays, fire spinners, live DJs and fireworks display – it’s guaranteed fun for the entire family. Practice starts at 6:30 PM and the main show starts at 7 PM. Following the show, head over to the Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC) for the notorious Afterburn Party (Adults only after 8 PM).
March 1
Kokanee Valley Race Series
Location: Whistler Mountain
March 2
First Friday
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
March 3
Made In Whistler Winter Artisan Market
Location: Westin Resort & Spa | Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
March 3 – March 4
Whistler Blackcomb Ski and Snowboard Snowcross
Location: Terrain Parks
March 4
One Piano, Four Hands
Location: Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Chur | Time: 5:00 PM
Fire & Ice Show
Location: Skier’s Plaza | Time: 6:30 PM
This legendary, free outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains in Whistler Village. Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including ski and snowboard big air displays, fire spinners, live DJs and fireworks display – it’s guaranteed fun for the entire family. Practice starts at 6:30 PM and the main show starts at 7 PM. Following the show, head over to the Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC) for the notorious Afterburn Party (Adults only after 8 PM).
March 5
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
March 7
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
March 8
Kokanee Valley Race Series
Location: Whistler Mountain
March 9 – March 10
25th Annual TELUS Winter Classic
Location: Whistler Blackcomb
March 10
Arts Whistler Live! Presents Brain & Other Stories
Location: Maury Young Arts Centre | Time: 8:00 PM
Hawksworth Lunch
Location: Steep’s Grill on Whistler
Made In Whistler Winter Artisan Market
Location: Westin Resort & Spa | Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
March 11
Fire & Ice Show
Location: Skier’s Plaza | Time: 6:30 PM
This legendary, free outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains in Whistler Village. Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including ski and snowboard big air displays, fire spinners, live DJs and fireworks display – it’s guaranteed fun for the entire family. Practice starts at 6:30 PM and the main show starts at 7 PM. Following the show, head over to the Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC) for the notorious Afterburn Party (Adults only after 8 PM).
Barbed Choir
Location: Whistler Public Library | Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
March 12
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
March 13
Film Screening: The Glass Castle
Location: Whistler Public Library | Time: 7:00 PM
March 14
Yoga at the Audain
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
March 15
Third Thursday
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Winemaker Après Series
Location: Steep’s Grill on Whistler
March 15 – March 18
Whistler’s Junior Freeski Challenge National Level Event
Location:
March 17
Made In Whistler Winter Artisan Market
Location: Westin Resort & Spa | Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
March 18
Fire & Ice Show
Location: Skier’s Plaza | Time: 7:30 PM
This legendary, free outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains in Whistler Village. Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including ski and snowboard big air displays, fire spinners, live DJs and fireworks display – it’s guaranteed fun for the entire family. Practice starts at 7:30 PM and the main show starts at 8 PM. Following the show, head over to the Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC) for the notorious Afterburn Party (Adults only after 8 PM).
March 19
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
March 21
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
March 22 – March 15
Kokanee Valley Race Series
Location: Whistler Mountain
March 24
Made In Whistler Winter Artisan Market
Location: Westin Resort & Spa | Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
March 25
Fire & Ice Show
Location: Skier’s Plaza | Time: 7:30 PM
This legendary, free outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains in Whistler Village. Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including ski and snowboard big air displays, fire spinners, live DJs and fireworks display – it’s guaranteed fun for the entire family. Practice starts at 7:30 PM and the main show starts at 8 PM. Following the show, head over to the Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC) for the notorious Afterburn Party (Adults only after 8 PM).
Barbed Choir
Location: Whistler Public Library | Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
March 26
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
March 28
Family Après
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza | Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Whistler knows how to après and now the whole family can celebrate a great day on the slopes with even more fun at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Parents can share stories about their day with a warm beverage while the kids participate in a variety of outdoor, winter activities and entertainment each week.
March 31
Made In Whistler Winter Artisan Market
Location: Westin Resort & Spa | Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
21st Annual SHOWCASE Showdown
Location: Various venues
Whistler Events – April 2018
April 5
Winemaker Après Series
Location: Steep’s Grill on Whistler
April 6
First Friday
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
April 8
Infinitus
Location: Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Chur | Time: 5:00 PM
Barbed Choir
Location: Whistler Public Library | Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
April 10
Film Screening: Atomic Blonde
Location: Whistler Public Library | Time: 7:00 PM
April 10 – April 15
World Ski & Snowboard Festival
Location: Various venues in Whistler
Don’t miss this legendary spring festival celebrating Whistler’s mountain culture. Experience 6 days and 5 nights of winter sports, music and the arts. This year’s festival will feature: The Saudan Couloir Ski Race Extreme, the world’s steepest ski and snowboard competition; The World Championships of the Monster Energy Boarderstyle Tour; Two ski and snowboard Big Air Competitions in Skiers Plaza; Enhanced music programming from internationally known DJs and musicians; The Freeride Après series with live music at various venues and popular multi-media showcases like the Olympus 72 hour Filmmaker Showdown.
April 11
Yoga at the Audain
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Mum’s Mountain Classic
Location: Whistler Blackcomb
April 12 – April 15
Mackenzie Investments Whistler Cup
Location: Various venues in Whistler
April 19
Third Thursday
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
April 22
Barbed Choir
Location: Whistler Public Library | Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Whistler Events – May 2018
May 4
First Friday
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
May 9
Yoga at the Audain
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
May 11 – May 13
every WOMAN
Location: Fairmont Chateau Whistler
May 17
Third Thursday
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
May 18 – May 20
Bici Gusti Gourmet Ride
Location: Four Seasons Resort Whistler
The Bici Gusti Gourmet Ride was created for the insatiable love for gourmet food and cycling. Take an early season spin with an intimate group of 80 riders through the Whistler and Callaghan Valleys. Along the 70 km route, you will be stirred by the beauty of the coastal mountains, peppered with moderate climbs and garnished with flowing descents. With Ned Bell preparing an exquisite post ride dinner created with ingredients gathered from within 70 km, this is the ride for you and your taste buds.
May 18 – May 21
GO Fest, Whistler’s Great Outdoors Festival
Location: Various venues in and around Whistler
GO Fest, Whistler’s Great Outdoors Festival celebrates Whistler’s great outdoors in springtime where winter and summer meet. From outdoor adventures from both seasons to arts and culture inspired by them, everyone is invited to get interactive with four days of active programming over the Victoria Day long weekend.
May 26
Nimby Fifty XC Mountain Bike Race
Location: North Arm Farm | Time: 11:00 AM
May 31 – June 3
ThinkBike Whistler
Location: Various Whistler Venues
ThinkBike Whistler is a multi-day expo, where the latest road and mountain bikes are available for test rides. ThinkBike Whistler will open for riding each morning with hundreds of High Performance Demo Bike’s (Cross Country, All Mountain and Downhill) supplied by some of the leaders of bike design and production globally. This allows attendees looking to purchase a new bike ample opportunity and choice to make an informed decision previous to spending large sums of money on a high end bike. Admission allows attendees to ride the bikes and participate in the guided rides and MTB Park access.
Whistler Events – June 2018
May 31 – June 3
ThinkBike Whistler
Location: Various Whistler Venues
ThinkBike Whistler is a multi-day expo, where the latest road and mountain bikes are available for test rides. ThinkBike Whistler will open for riding each morning with hundreds of High Performance Demo Bike’s (Cross Country, All Mountain and Downhill) supplied by some of the leaders of bike design and production globally. This allows attendees looking to purchase a new bike ample opportunity and choice to make an informed decision previous to spending large sums of money on a high end bike. Admission allows attendees to ride the bikes and participate in the guided rides and MTB Park access.
June 2
The North Face Whistler Half Marathon
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza
June 3
Opera Mariposa
Location: Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Chur | Time: 5:00 PM
June 16 – June 17
Tough Mudder Whistler
Location: Whistler Olympic Park, Callaghan Valley
Test your strength, stamina, mental grit, and camaraderie at Whistler Olympic Park, when Tough Mudder returns to the mountains. Tough Mudder is the premier adventure challenge series in the world, where participants tackle 10-12 mile courses with man-made obstacles designed by none other than the British Special Forces. Get a team and get training now.
Tough Mudder Half Whistler
Location: Whistler Olympic Park, Callaghan Valley
Tough Mudder Half is an obstacle challenge bringing the thrills of Tough Mudder to a 5-mile (8 KM) course. Gather a team and work through at least a dozen signature Tough Mudder obstacles together. Expect plenty of thrills while tackling Tough Mudder favorites including Walk the Plank, a leap from a 12-foot platform into water; Kiss of Mud, a crawl underneath barbed wire; and Everest, a run up a quarter-pipe requiring both speed and teamwork.
Whistler Events – July 2018
July 6 – July 8
Whistler Children’s Festival
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza
Mark your calendars as the Whistler Children’s Festival returns for the 35th year. This action packed weekend features two full days of live performances, interactive activities, and lots of hands-on creative workshops for kids and families to enjoy.
July 11
Yoga at the Audain
Location: Audain Art Museum | Time: 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
July 13
BC Bike Race
Location: Rainbow Park
BC Bike Race is far more than a race. While it may be the best seven days you’ve ever had on a mountain bike, that’s only part of the story. BC Bike Race is an adventure and an experience. It’s a tour of British Columbia’s West Coast – the trails, the towns, the lifestyle. There’s something different about BC, including how we get around. Our rugged coastline means you’ll be crossing mountains and oceans, by boats, planes, buses, and bikes. Friends and spectators will have an opportunity to congratulate the riders on their accomplishment as they cross the finish line in Whistler.
July 14
Red Bull 400
Location: Whistler Olympic Park, Callaghan Valley
Warm up your leg muscles for the steepest 400 meter race in the world as Red Bull 400 returns to conquer the ski jumps of Whistler Olympic Park in the Callahan Valley. Testing both speed and endurance, this race challenges runners to 400 meters from the bottom of the ski jump, straight up to the top. Don’t let the simplicity of the concept fool you, runners will push themselves to the limit with this punishing 400m climb up.
July 29
Subaru IRONMAN® Canada – Whistler
Location: Various venues in and around Whistler
One of the toughest triathlons in the world returns this summer when more than 2,000 athletes will take on Whistler’s beautiful lakes, mountain roads and Valley Trail network in a test of mental and physical strength. From the thrilling early morning start in Alta Lake to the triumphant finish adjacent to Whistler Olympic Plaza in the Village, this is an awe-inspiring day for spectators and participants alike. There’s plenty for athletes, family, friends and spectators to enjoy before and after the race, with special events and activities and an exciting atmosphere unique to the Subaru IRONMAN® Canada event.
Subaru IRONMAN® 70.3 Canada
Location: Various venues in and around Whistler
Subaru IRONMAN 70.3 Canada will return to Whistler in conjunction with the Subaru IRONMAN Canada triathlon. Take up the challenge to swim, bike and run through the beautiful lakes, roads and trails of Whistler, British Columbia or cheer on the athletes at all stages and as they make their way to the finish line!
Whistler Events – August 2018
August 2 – August 5
Wanderlust Whistler
Location: Various venues in and around Whistler
Whistler celebrates wellness when yoga and music come together in the mountains for the annual Wanderlust Festival in Canada. Yogis from around the globe will be down-dogging, dancing, dining on organic delicacies and sharing their wisdom in an amazing event across the entire community. Drawing the world’s leading yoga teachers, top musical acts and DJs, renowned speakers, top chefs and winemakers, Wanderlust Whistler is an event not to be missed.
August 10 – August 19
Crankworx Whistler
Location: Whistler Mountain Bike Park and Whistler Village
Crankworx is the defining celebration of mountain biking. A supercharged magnet for the world’s best riders and the definitive domestication of dirt in the service of epic endurance, supreme flow, monster air and gravity-fuelled mountain biking. Nowhere else will you find this caliber and collection of athletes, from across this many disciplines of mountain biking, together in one place. Over ten fearless days in August, the venues at the Whistler Mountain Bike Park will serve as a modern day Colosseum to the world’s best mountain bike athletes. Downhill, enduro, trials, pump track, whip-offs, music, art – this festival has it all. And don’t forget to sign up the little ones for Kidsworx.
Whistler Events – September 2018
September 8
RBC GranFondo Whistler
Location: Vancouver, Sea to Sky Highway, Whistler Olympic Park
Ride this epic 122 km route from Vancouver to Whistler on the Sea to Sky Highway. Enjoy breathtaking views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains, with challenging climbs and plenty of downhill sections. Recreational, advanced and elite level cyclists are all welcome – ride at your own pace and arrive to a warm welcome and big post-race celebration in Whistler.
September 11 – September 16
Whistler Village Beer Festival
Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza
Beer in the mountains – it just feels right. This year marks the 6th annual Whistler Village Beer Festival, which means even more craft beer celebrations. New to 2018, a SIXTH day of programming has been added to enhance the feature food pairing dinners, unique cask nights, live music, and of course, the incredible two-day Main Event at Olympic Plaza. The Main Event, hosted on Saturday and Sunday will feature over sixty breweries and guests can try over 120 of the best craft beers and ciders BC has to offer, with some nation-wide and international brews will be available as well.