Whistler is renowned for the wide variety of events and festivals that take place here. From Village ice skating, the Fire & Ice Show and live music, to bike races, yoga, farmer’s markets and kids events,  there is something for everyone to enjoy throughout the year with these exciting Whistler BC events.

The FIFA World Cup arrives in Vancouver this June — and Whistler, just two hours away, is the perfect West Coast addition to your trip, a mountain village renowned worldwide for adventure, nature, and relaxation. Stay at Pan Pacific Whistler and discover why Whistler is a global bucket‑list destination. From alpine trails to award‑winning dining, it’s the perfect place to recharge before the match or celebrate afterward. Convenient shuttle options make getting to the games seamless so that you can enjoy the best of both worlds.

BC Place in Vancouver will host five group-stage matches and two knockout-round games, including:

• Canada vs Qatar – Thursday, June 18, 2026
• Switzerland vs Canada – Wednesday, June 24, 2026
• Australia vs TBA – Saturday, June 13, 2026
• New Zealand, Egypt and Belgium in additional group-stage fixtures
• A Round of 32 match on July 2 and a Round of 16 match on July 7

Experience a variety of free films, spanning from timeless classics to recent releases, amidst the scenic backdrop of Whistler Olympic Plaza on Wednesday and Saturday nights. All movies begin at 8 PM. Don’t forget to bring blankets or low chairs for a cozy evening under the stars.

When: 4 July: Jurassic World

            8 July: Queen of Katwe

            11 July: Kicking & Screaming

            15 July: The Way

            18 July: Moneyball

            28 July: Crankworx Deep Summer Photo Showdown

            30 July: Crankworx Dirt Diaries

Where: Whistler Olympic Plaza

Enjoy live music, for free, set against the backdrop of the mountains at Whistler Olympic Plaza. All opening acts start at 6.30 PM with the headliners below starting at 7.30 PM,

When:  3 July: The Trews

            9 July: Dirtwire

            10 July: The Washboard Union

            16 July: SkiiTour

            17 July: Amistat

Where: Whistler Olympic Plaza

Crankworx Whistler brings together the best riders and biggest bike fans in the world for 10 days of elite and amateur racing, slopestyle competitions, Kidsworx events, bike demos, expositions, and the chance to shred Whistler’s trails with other like-minded bike fans. While the festival has gone international, each year the global mountain bike community comes home to Whistler for the ultimate celebration of all things mountain bike.

When: 24 July to 2 August

Where: Whistler Mountain Bike Park and Whistler Village

Experience a variety of free films, spanning from timeless classics to recent releases, amidst the scenic backdrop of Whistler Olympic Plaza on Wednesday and Saturday nights. All movies begin at 8 PM. Don’t forget to bring blankets or low chairs for a cozy evening under the stars.

When:  5 August: A Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood

             8 August: School of Rock

            12 August: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

            15 August: Raiders of the Lost Ark

            19 August: Free Solo

            22 August: McFarland, USA

Where: Whistler Olympic Plaza

Enjoy live music, for free, set against the backdrop of the mountains at Whistler Olympic Plaza. All opening acts start at 6.30 PM with the headliners below starting at 7.30 PM,

When:  13 August: Pete Murray

            14 August: Goldie Boutilier

            20 August: Galactic featuring Jelly Joseph

            21 August: Trooper

            27 August: Drag in the Mountains

            28 August: The Hip Abduction         

Where: Whistler Olympic Plaza

The RBC GranFondo Whistler is a stunning point-to-point cycling journey along the famous Sea to Sky Corridor between Vancouver and Whistler. There are distance options from 55 km to 122 km and all offer beautiful landscapes and a clear, traffic-free passage along the Sea to Sky Highway.

When: 12 September

Where: Sea to Sky Highway / Whistler

This homegrown festival of craft beer is held annually in the fall and features five days of beer-fuelled fun with Oktoberfest, brewery tastings, après parties and more. Everything culminates with a one-day Main Event at Whistler Olympic Plaza on the Saturday.

When: 16 to 20 September

Where: Various locations

The UCI Mountain Bike World Cup makes its Whistler debut in 2026 – a first for the event and a full-circle moment for a place that helped shape modern mountain biking. Watch the world’s fastest riders go full send on a purpose-built course that brings Whistler’s gravity roots to the global stage. It’s more than world-class racing. It’s a celebration of mountain bike culture set against the rugged beauty of Whistler. Be part of mountain bike history in the making.

When: 25 to 27 September

Where: TBD

Participate or cheer on athletes at this fun, athletic event that is open to everyone, with distances ranging from 10 KM to 50 KM. From first-time relay participants to experienced ultra-marathoners, there’s something for runners of all abilities, with both competitive and recreational categories. The course is centered around Whistler Olympic Plaza and Whistler’s incredible Lost Lake trails. 

When: 3 October

Where: Whistler Valley Trail

The Whistler Writers Festival is an annual event celebrating the literary arts. It’s a chance to connect with the very best local, Canadian and international authors by attending workshops, readings, speaker panels, musical events and more.

When: 30 October to 2 November

Where: Various locations