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Destination highlights
Whether you need to know local public holidays or highlights through the seasons, we hope you will find the facts gathered below useful tools for your travel planning. Please feel free to contact us if we can assist you further.
General information
Home to Whistler and Blackcomb – consistently regarded as North America’s best ski mountains – Whistler transforms into a summer paradise for alpine adventure.
Winter’s ski and snowboard season lasts from November to August. The yearly average snowfall of 9 metres (30 feet) is complemented by extensive snowmaking systems. The two mountains offer over 200 marked trails and 12 magnificent bowls, each with a vertical drop exceeding 1,524 metres (5,000 feet). Winter also brings snowshoeing, sleigh rides, skating and glacier skiing. In warm weather, the natural landscape challenges with mountain biking, hiking, kayaking, rafting, mountaineering – and championship golf.
Nestled at the foot of the mountains, Whistler Village radiates European charm and decidedly Canadian savoir-faire. It’s a sophisticated, friendly destination where the pedestrian-only heart brims with international dining, après-ski nightlife, exceptional shopping, street entertainment and a multitude of cultural and entertainment choices.
Time zone
GMT -8 hours
Pacific Standard Time
Language(s) spoken
English
Electrical system
Local voltage is 110 to 120 volts AC. Adapters available; please request through the Concierge.
Shopping hours
Hours of operation vary by store and range from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm. Please see the Concierge for details
Time and distance to shopping
- Blackcomb Upper Village: 1 minute/0.2 kilometres/0.12 miles
- Whistler Village: 15 minutes/1.1 kilometres/0.68 miles
- Village North: 10 minutes/0.78 kilometres/0.47 miles
- Nester's Market: 25 minutes/2.3 kilometres/1.43 miles (walk)
- Creekside Village: 10 minutes/5.6 kilometres/3.48 miles (drive)
View in–depth travel advice from Frommers.com
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| Remembrance Day |
November 11, 2009 |
| Christmas Day |
December 25, 2009 |
| *Boxing Day |
December 26, 2009 |
| New Year's Day |
January 1, 2010 |
| Good Friday |
April 2, 2010 |
| Victoria Day |
May 24, 2010 |
| Canada Day |
July 1, 2010 |
| Heritage Day |
August 2, 2010 |
| Labour Day |
September 6, 2010 |
| Thanksgiving Day |
October 11, 2010 |
| Remembrance Day |
November 11, 2010 |
| Christmas Day |
December 25, 2010 |
| *Holidays falling on Saturday or Sunday are taken on the following Monday. |
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Seasonal highlights
January
- TELUS Winter Classic: The Whistler Blackcomb Foundation’s local charity fund-raiser is an action-packed event including fun ski and snowboard races, as well as food and wine tastings.
January-March
- Kokanee Valley Race Series: Every Thursday, GS, Slalom and Super G races are open to adult skiers, snowboarders and telemarkers. Races alternate between Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains.
January-March and May
- Sprite Park Rider Series: Weekend ski and snowboard competitions in halfpipe, slopestyle, rail jam and snowcross. Open to all ages.
February
- Appleton Rum Peak to Valley Race: Teams of four compete in Whistler Mountain’s top-to-bottom ski race.
- WinterPRIDE: A celebration of Whistler Gay and Lesbian Ski Week, which includes dance parties, culinary events, health and wellness, comedy shows and daily ski guiding on both mountains.
February-March
- As host mountain for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, Whistler’s spirit and energy has never been more evident. Come and explore the completed venues now and feel the energy and excitement that’s building towards the Games. Experience today what the athletes will feel in 2010.
At this haven for outdoor enthusiasts, there is no better way to celebrate winter sport alongside the best athletes on earth than to experience the 2010 Winter Games in Whistler. Featuring a vibrant snow-blanketed pedestrian-only village surrounded by two side-by-side mountains and hectares of pristine forest and wilderness, the magic of Whistler and the pulse and spirit of the Olympic Games are a winning combination.
April
- TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival: The ninth annual spring celebration returns, including a high-energy outdoor concert series, prestigious action-sports photography and film events, demo days and non-stop parties.
- 7-Eleven Fire and Ice Show: Watch skiers and snowboarders jump through rings of fire at the base of the Whistler Village Gondola.
- Whistler Cup: This international ski event for athletes aged 11 to 14 is held on Whistler Mountain.
May
- Showcase Showdown: This two-day quarter pipe pro-am event brings out some of the best snowboarders in the region. An easy walk from the top of the gondola, it is also a fun spectacle for sightseers.
- Whistler Wellness Week
- Whistler Mountain Bike Park opens for the summer in May.
June
- Whistler Jazz & Blues Weekend: Whistler Village comes alive with street concerts of swing, gospel, blues, classical jazz and jazz vocals. Evening performances take place in Whistler Blackcomb's pubs and eateries.
- The PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola opens in June.
- Summer glacier skiing and riding begins on Blackcomb Mountain.
- The Adventure Zone opens in June at the base of Blackcomb Mountain.
- Alpine dining begins.
July
- Whistler Arts Experience: Whistler's artists and performers share their talents and their works in this week of gallery tours, imaginative displays and entertainment.
- Whistler Dragon Boat Festival will be held at Rainbow Park on July 4 and 5.
- Whistler Children's Art Festival offers art workshops, music, acrobatics, theatre, dance and fun.
August
- Weetama, Whistler's Celebration of Aboriginal Culture: Whistler provides the spectacular stage for the arts and culture of the region's Aboriginal communities. Music, art, dance, cuisine and educational components come together to provide this culturally rich experience.
- The Canadian National BBQ Championships will be held at Dusty's Bar & BBQ on August 1 and 2, 2009.
- World Police & Fire Games take place from August 4 to 6, 2009.
- Mountain West Music Fest will be held from August 21 to 23, 2009.
November
- Wishes – Whistler’s Wedding and Celebration Showcase: At this two-day event, learn everything you need to know about planning an unforgettable celebration in Whistler, British Columbia. The action-packed weekend features fashion shows, a guys' lounge, exhibits, tastings and informative interactive workshops with some of the top creative minds in Whistler’s wedding and event industry. Meet a diverse range of vendors, including transportation providers, caterers, décor and floral experts, spa therapists, artists, photographers, activity operators and more.
- Cornucopia – Whistler's Celebration of Wine and Food: Indulge your senses with gourmet dining, wine tasting and special events. Over 70 top wineries from California, Oregon, Washington, British Columbia and around the world – as well as an array of industry experts – participate in a weekend of gala tastings, winemaker dinners, food and wine seminars and a closing gourmet brunch.
December – January
- Nokia Snowboard FIS World Cup: The best boarders in the world return to compete for the largest purse in North America's World Cup circuit.
December
- Whistler Film Festival will be held from December 3 to December 6, 2009.
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