Upcoming Whistler Events
Whistler Outdoor Ice Rink
Whistler Outdoor Skating Rink
For those who prefer to be vertical while on the ice, this winter also marks the launch of Whistler's outdoor skating rink, located at the great lawn and pavilion of the Whistler Olympic Plaza (home of the medals ceremonies and outdoor concerts during the 2010 Winter Games) in the heart of the village. Skating at Whistler Olympic Plaza takes place daily between 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Public access to the rink is free and skate rentals are available for $5 between 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and in the evenings from 6-9 p.m.
Whistler Sliding Centre
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From sleighs to skates, Whistler welcomes new activities this winter. At the Whistler Sliding Centre, a legacy of the 2010 Winter Games, the public bobsleigh and skeleton experiences are new. Participants in the Skeleton Slide Experience begin their track journey at the Maple Leaf Start, about 1/3 of the way up the track, making their way through six corners and reaching speeds of up to 100 kilometres per hour, while Bobsleigh Ride Experience participants are led by a professional pilot through 10 corners at speeds of up 125 kilometres per hour. |
Cornucopia Extravaganza
Whistler's Celebration of Wine and Food - November 10-13, 2011
Cornucopia is Whistler's premier wine and food tasting extravaganza. The annual event is a unique opportunity to mingle and learn from acclaimed chefs, sommeliers, vintners and restaurateurs. Click on the Advert for Schedule details and get in the know!!
Whistler Presents Concert Series
The Whistler Presents Concert Series
The Concert Series kicked off on Friday, August 5 with entertainment and live shows featuring some of the biggest names in music. Past shows included Jason Mraz, the Barenaked Ladies, and Sam Roberts Band.
Ticketed and FREE shows continue for the Canadian Thanksgiving long weekend. Dress warmly for this outdoor, covered venue.
Bobs & Lolo†, 11 AM
Animal Nation, 3 PM - Free
Wassabi Collective, 4:15 PM - Free
Bobs & Lolo†, 11 AM
Hellbound Hepcats, 3 PM - Free
Five Alarm Funk, 4:15 PM - Free
Annual Turkey Sale
October 7 - 10, 2011
This is the weekend to get ready for the upcoming winter season! Shop for the top name brands in ski and snowboard equipment under one roof, at huge pre-season savings at the legendary Turkey Sale. The sale kicks off noon on Friday and continues throughout the weekend in the Blackcomb Daylodge. Be sure to check out the Whistler Mountain Ski and Snowboard Swap offering quality pre-owned equipment, plus a wide selection of clothing and accessories from local Whistler retailers all under the "big tent" at the base of Blackcomb Mountain. Together, the Turkey Sale and Whistler Mountain Ski and Snowboard Swap are an unbelievable one-stop shopping opportunity for getting fully outfitted for this winter.
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