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.

Whistler is proud to host the annual Whistler Pride and Ski Festival, celebrating its 33rd year in 2026. One of the biggest and best gay and lesbian ski weeks in North America, the LGBTQI pride week features a packed events schedule of skiing, snowboarding and social events.

When: 25 January to 1 February

Where: Various locations

The Whistler Children's Festival is back for its 43rd year! Whistler’s longest running festival engages children and families in arts and culture, urging them to explore creativity and let their imaginations run wild. Enjoy circus performers, science shows, hands-on workshops, and world-class children's entertainers. With interactive activities, roving performers, and plenty of free fun, it’s the perfect family-friendly getaway in the mountains!

When: 15 to 17 May

Where: Various locations

The scenic running course is designed to showcase all that Whistler is - an amazing town nestled in the coast mountains of BC. With towering, glacier-capped mountains as the backdrop, it is no wonder that Whistler's only half marathon has made it to the must-do list for distance runners from across North America. Events include Half Marathon, 30K, 10K, 5K and Kids Run.

When: 6 June

Where: Whistler Olympic Plaza

From the creators of the award-winning RBC GranFondo Whistler, XFONDO is back in Whistler! XFONDO is not an exclusive gravel cycling event, rather it's an adventure on all the terrain a bike can take you. It's a visceral experience, real and perceived with your new event buddies, sharing an experience that will be a full on challenge for all your skills. From winding gravel switchbacks to flowing descents framed by unreal mountain scenery (and a ton of mud just waiting to be sprayed), Whistler serves it up. The courses are 42 - 60K with an elevation of 1000 - 1300 metres.

When: 13 June

Where: Base Camp, Spruce Grove Park

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

Canada Day is a national holiday that lands on July 1 every year with celebrations in towns across Canada. Whistler is no exception, with everyone turning out to celebrate Canada's birthday. Take part in free yoga, a Community Parade, walking tours, exciting activities and outdoor concerts at Whistler Olympic Plaza.

When: 28 June to 1 July

Where: Various locations

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

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

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