2008
Harvest Huckfest, September 20-21
Harvest Huckfest is back for its seventh year, and this time, it is taking place in September when the riding is fantastic. The slopestyle competition takes place on Sept. 20, while the Double Vision Giant Slalom runs Sept. 21.
Turkey Sale – Oct 10-13, 2008
Prepare for winter by visiting one of Whistler’s largest sales. Find incredible discounts on new and used ski and snowboard gear.
Cornucopia – Nov. 6-10, 2008This 12th Annual culinary celebration offers food and wine tasting, seminars, art shows and glamorous parties.
Opening Day - Nov 27, 2008Let the season begin. Whistler Blackcomb has an average annual snowfall of 10.22 metres (33.5 feet) and the longest ski and snowboard season in North America.
Whistler Film Festival – Dec. 4-7, 2008Four days of independent films, gala events and celebrity sightings. This is a not-to-miss cultural event in Whistler.
Peak 2 Peak Gondola Grand Opening - December 2008The 11-minute journey will revolutionize the way we experience Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains while breaking three world records for highest vertical, longest free-span between towers and longest continuous lift system.
First Night – Dec. 31, 2008Celebrate New Year’s Eve in a family-friendly alcohol-free zone. The evening features live entertainment and arts and crafts for kids.
2009
GORE-TEX Deep Winter January 2009This week celebrates the heart of storm season. Take part in avalanche awareness and weather forecast seminars, and don’t miss the 72-hour pro-photographer challenge.
TELUS Winter Classic Jan. 23-24, 2009This charity event is organized by the Whistler Blackcomb Foundation and features the Race Classic, followed by a gala with food and wine, live and silent auctions and spectacular entertainment.
WinterPRIDE – Feb. 1-8, 2009This gay winter festival includes skiing and riding and health and wellness, spa, culinary and educational activities.
Appleton Rum Peak to Valley Race Feb 6-7, 2009Set over two days, this long-standing team race on Whistler Mountain features a 5km race course beginning at The Saddle and ending at Dusty’s Bar and Grill.
2010 Olympic countdown – February 2009Only one year to go until the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Whistler celebrations include live music, parties and special visits from Canada’s top athletes.
Showcase Showdown - Feb 27-28, 2009This progressive half-pipe comp is a staple in Whistler. Watch top athletes hit the course for a prize purse filled with cold hard cash.
International Paralympic Committee Alpine Skiing World Cup Finals - March 9-14, 2009There are four events on the Paralympic Program: Downhill, Super-G, Giant Slalom and Slalom. Paralympic competition accommodates male and female athletes with a physical disability
TELUS World Ski and Snowboard Festival - 2009 April 17-26, 2009This action-packed festival features free outdoor concerts, world-class arts and culture events, wild parties and major on-mountain competitions.
Whistler Mountain open for Summer Sightseeing and Hiking – May 16, 2009.
PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola re-opens on June 6.
Whistler Mountain Bike Park opens – May 16, 2009.
Whistler Mountain open daily for sightseeing and mountain biking.
Whistler Blackcomb closes for Spring skiing and riding - May 31, 2009
Last day for the 2008.09 winter season.
P2P closed from April 26 - May 16, 2009.The P2P re-opens on May 16 for sightseeing via Whistler Village Gondola. Take the P2P from Whistler to Blackcomb and enjoy spectacular views of Garibaldi Provincial Park and Fitzsimmon’s Creek below.
Blackcomb Glacier skiing and riding - June 15-July 26, 2009Summer skiing’s all about goggle tans and patio sessions. Ski or ride the Horstman Glacier in the morning, check out the Horstman Hut BBQ and then head to the village for an ice-cold refreshment at the GLC.
Kokanee Crankworx – August 8-16, 2009Watch some of the best riders in the world as they throw down their best tricks in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park. The festival also includes a free outdoor concert series, parties galore, and gear demos.
