Holidays In Whistler

Stuff To Do in Whistler

During the holidays, there's even more to do in Whistler than ever! Don't miss the annual Whistler Holiday Experience and family festivities on New Year's Eve.

	THE WHISTLER HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE December 16 - January 2, 2012 (Closed December 25 & 31) Hosted in the Whistler Conference Centre from December 16 to January 2 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, this FREE family fun zone is unparalleled for indoor entertainment and festive activities! Enjoy mini-golf, bouncy castles and video games for the whole family to experience; Santa will be at Whistler Holiday Experience on December 17 and 18 between 1 PM and 5 PM.
	DRESS LIKE SANTA AND SKI FOR FREE December 17, 2011 Dress like Santa and Mrs. Claus and bring the festive fun to the slopes. A free lift ticket will be awarded to the first 75 people to arrive at the Garibaldi Lift Company, at the base of Whistler Mountain, in full Santa or Mrs. Claus attire. All Santa and Mrs. Claus's will upload the Fitzsimmons Express at 8 AM, continue up Garbanzo Express, then ride or ski to the bottom of the Emerald Express for a group photo.
	FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS AND WINTER WONDERLAND ART EXHIBIT December 19, 2011 - January 19, 2012 The Whistler Arts Council presents the second annual Whistler Festival of Lights at Scotia Creek Gallery in Millennium Place featuring the ambient glow of lanterns, light sculptures and a local artist exhibit.
	SKATE WITH SANTA December 20, 2011 Join your family on the ice and skate with jolly old St. Nick himself from 1 PM – 3 PM and 6 PM – 8 PM at Meadow Park Sports Centre. Enjoy hot chocolate, holiday crafts and a photographic opportunity with Santa. Regular admission rates apply.
	FIRE AND ICE SHOW - FREE! December 18, 26 & January 2012 Watch world-class athletes flipping and twisting through a burning ring of fire and finish with a first class fireworks display. The Fire and Ice Show is performed by top members of Whistler Blackcomb's Ski & Snowboard School. This free, legendary show kicks off at 6:30 PM every Sunday starting December 18 to April 8 in Skier's Plaza at the base of Whistler Mountain. Please note that the Sunday, December 25 show has been moved to Monday, December 26.
	THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS READING December 24, 2011 Come to the Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa and join in a special Christmas Eve reading of "The Night before Christmas" at the lobby fireplace. Be sure to look for Santa. Times are 6PM, 7PM and 8PM.
	CHRISTMAS CAROLING December 24, 6:30 - 7:30 PM The 29th annual Christmas Eve Carol Service takes place at 6:30 pm in Whistler village at the Westin Resort and Spa. Hosted by the Whistler Children's Chorus, this interdenominational celebration features traditional carols, choral music sung by the choirs and readings. Come and enjoy the sense of community and 'peace and goodwill toward all' that this carol service creates. this event is by donation. All proceeds go towards continuing to be able to provide this community service.
	SKATING AT WHISTLER OLYMPIC PLAZA December 25: 12PM - 4PM December 31: 11AM - 5PM & 7PM - 11PM - Open exclusively for First Night Ticket Holders. Visit here  for more details.Whistler Olympic Plaza is the site where the best athletes in the world stepped up to the podium at Victory Ceremonies during the 2010 Winter Games. Open starting mid-December. Hours of operation for free public skating are 11am - 9pm daily with exceptions on holidays or when the Olympic Plaza is booked for private functions. Rentals are available for $5.00 from 11am - 2 pm and in the evenings from 6pm – 9pm.
	THE SQUAMISH LIL'WAT CULTURAL CENTRE WINTER GATHERING December 29, 2011 Gather at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre and take part in a day full of First Nations activities including special craft sessions, artist demonstrations, sorytelling, drum circles, winter BBQ and muich more. Event runs between 10 AM and 5 PM, entry is by donation.
	WHISTLER PRESENTS: NEW YEARS EVE CELEBRATION December 31, 2011 Say goodbye to the old and welcome the new at this alcohol-free evening of family entertainment and celebration. Enjoy local arts and entertainment, and family-friendly activities at indoor and outdoor venues in Whistler Village from 7 pm - 11 pm. Between 11 pm - midnight, ring in the New Year in Village Square with free outdoor entertainment and fireworks display.Wristbands required for indoor venues and skating (includes your skate rentals), and are on sale now at Millennium Place, Meadow Park Sports Center, the Visitor Center and at www.whistler.com.
	COCA-COLA TUBE PARK Feel the wind in your face as you cruise down our exhilarating tubing hill. Located in the Base 2 Zone on Blackcomb Mountain, the Coca-Cola Tube Park offers great fun for the young and the young at heart. There's no skill or equipment required - just a sense of adventure and a desire for excitement. The perfect family activity over the holidays. More Information
	SLEIGH RIDES For a truly unforgettable holiday experience, join us on a horse-drawn sleigh ride. Take in Whistler's rugged beauty as our gentle, majestic Clydesdale-Percheron horses guide our beautiful sleigh through acres and acres of pristine wilderness. More Information
	RESTAURANTS There are more than 90 Whistler restaurants, bars and lounges and fine dining options in Whistler, BC Canada. All the flavours of the world are here - Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, French, Italian, Greek, Indian, Mexican, Korean, - a melting pot of cuisine types. All priced to suit a variety of budgets too. Be sure to book ahead of time as restaurants can book-up quickly over the holidays. More Information

From Your Friends at Whistler Blackcomb

Get Up and Stay Up – get up the mountains early and enjoy the great morning conditions.

Fresh Tracks – Breakfast at the top and fresh runs – go to Whistler Gondola at 7:15am.

Eat Smart - Enjoy lunch before 12 or after 1 to avoid the crowds and don't forget the mountain huts on Blackcomb (Crystal and Horstman) or Whistler (Ravens Nest, and Chic Pea).

Free Mountain Tours – Get to know new areas – Daily at 11am on both mountains.

Magic Castle (Blackcomb) and Treefort (Whistler) – Kids will love it.

Coca Cola Tube Park – great evening activity (open until 8:00 nightly).

Fire & Ice Show, Presented by the TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival – Whistler's best skiers and riders, hit a big air jump through a blazing ring of fire every Sunday night at 6:30pm.

Take a Lesson – Nice way to get in on local secret spots and cut the line-ups.

Rent Smart – Try the latest gear and rent the night before (select shops are open until 9pm).

Christmas Never Stops – Shop till you drop and check out the great deals at Whistler's best retailers (Showcase snowboards, Can Ski, Glacier Shop to name a few).

Give the Gift of Whistler – Purchase a Gift Card to give a great present or just so you don't have to carry your wallet. Works at all mountain locations (available at Guest Relations, or participating retailers).

Ski the Great Beyond – branch out and check out the far away spots on the mountain: Crystal Chair, Blackcomb Glacier, Garbanzo Zone, Peak to Creek Zone and the new Symphony Amphitheatre. You'll be sure to find your own piece of Whistler.

To contact us call 604 932-3434 or visit Guest Relations in the Village until 9pm daily.
Snowphone: 604 932-4211.