Upcoming Whistler Events

King of the Rail presented by Showcase

March 3, 2012

The King of the Rail is a series of rail jam contests which run on select evenings at the base of Whistler Mountain next to the Fitzsimmons Chair at 7 PM. There are separate categories for snowboarders and skiers, males and females, and adults and youth. Category winners will receive a percentage of the cash entry fees, plus all participants have a chance to win fantastic draw prizes from Showcase, Burton, Atomic, Nintendo, TELUS, DNA and more. Please visit the Whistler Village Showcase retail store for registration information.

BC Cup Biathlon Championships

March 3 - 4, 2012

The final event in the competitive biathlon season in British Columbia brings together the best young biathlon athletes from all regions of the Province to the Whistler Olympic Park.

March 4, 2012

This legendary outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains and is completely free! Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including big air, fire spinners, live DJ and fireworks display. Guaranteed fun for the entire family.

Callaghan Winter Sports Club Biathlon Series

March 4, 2012

From beginners to experts, the Biathlon Series is an excellent opportunity to experience biathlon and test your cross-country skiing and shooting skills in a fun environment. Similar to a sprint competition, each participant will ski three loops of a course, with two shooting bouts in-between. These events are open to all members of the public, ages 8 and up. Takes place at the Whistler Olympic Park. Cost to participate is $25. For more information, please click here.

Full Moon Skate at Whistler Olympic Plaza

March 8, 2012

Com dress all in white and skate into the night as the stars come out at Whistler Olympic Plaza for free from 6 PM to 12 PM. Lights, a shining disco ball and music round out the full-moon magic on ice.Starting at 9 PM, the first 20 skaters who arrive wearing ALL white receive free rentals! Skate rentals available for $5 from 6 PM to 12 AM.

Kathy Barnett Leadership Luncheon

March 9, 2012

The second annual fundraising event for the Kathy Barnett Leadership Endowment Fund will feature guest speaker Faye Wightman, President and CEO of the Vancouver Foundation. From 12 PM to 2 PM at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler, attendees will have the opportunity to bid on one-on-one mentor experiences with influential community leaders. Tickets are $65 for individual Luncheon tickets or $600 for a table of 10 at Luncheon. New this is year is the Exclusive VIP Aprés at La Rua Restaurante from 2:15 PM to 4 PM. Tickets for the VIP Aprés are $35 and only 50 tickets will be sold. Entrance includes two glasses of wine or champagne and hors d'oeuvres, prepared specially by Whistler's Chef of the Year, RD Stewart. For more information on the Luncheon the VIP Aprés and to purchase tickets, please click here.

TELUS Park Rider Sessions: Halfpipe

March 11, 2012

Park Rider Sessions feature slopestyle, rail jams and half-pipe competitions and are open to skiers and snowboarders of all ages. Helmets are mandatory. Pre-registration is strongly recommended as events do sell out. Prior to event day, registration is through all Whistler Blackcomb Guest Relations and Ski School Sales locations (Blackcomb Daylodge, Whistler Village Gondola, Carleton Lodge, Whistler Creekside).

March 11, 2012

This legendary outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains and is completely free! Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including big air, fire spinners, live DJ and fireworks display. Guaranteed fun for the entire family.

Kokanee Valley Race Series: Dual GS and Team Relays

March 15, 2012

No racing experience is required to join in on the fun of recreational racing. Come out and have some fun with your friends in this series held every Thursday throughout the season. Open to skiers, telemarkers and snowboarders, participants' races are video-taped and played at the Kokanee awards party where everyone has a chance to win great prizes. Please note that helmets are mandatory, and the race location and discipline vary each race. Registration prior to event day is through Whistler Blackcomb Guest Relations and Ski School Sales locations. Registration on competition day is from 8:30 - 9:45 AM; location dependent on race location.

13 and Under Ski / Snowboard Snowcross Event

March 17 - 18, 2012

The Whistler Blackcomb Ski and Snowboard Cross events are recreational competitions open to all ages. Amateur skiers and boarders will compete in different age and discipline divisions on the Nintendo Terrain Park Snowcross course. Places are limited in each category. Pre-registration is strongly recommended through Whistler Blackcomb Guest Relations and Ski School Sales locations.

Canadian Avalanche Foundation Event

March 17, 2012

Join the Canadian Avalanche Foundation for a special evening including dinner, silent auction and a presentation, "Sochi and the 2014 Winter Olympics," by keynote speaker, Roger McCarthy.  Be sure to peruse the silent auction for items such a Whistler Blackcomb season's pass, heli-skiing, dawn ski patrol package and many more items.  Tickets are $75 (includes a $45 charitable receipt). More info here.

March 18, 2012

This legendary outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains and is completely free! Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including big air, fire spinners, live DJ and fireworks display. Guaranteed fun for the entire family.

Little Shop Of Arts & Crafts Workshops

March 19 - 23, 2012

Say "Yes" to the mess and join in for an hour of fun-filled interactive and dedicated quality time, offering a variety of arts and crafts and creating memories to last forever. Classes are at Millennium Place and are $8.50 per child, including supplies. For more information and to register for classes, please visit artswhistler.com.

Whistler Museum - March Speaker Series

March 21, 2012

The Whistler Museum proudly presents Frank Salter as the March Speaker Series presenter. From 7 PM to 9 PM at the Whistler Museum, he will present "Frank's World of Skis: The history of skiing in a 500-pair collection". Journey back in time with Frank as he shares his amazing collection of retro ski equipment (hundreds of pairs) and what collecting means to him. This is your chance to see some really unique pieces of ski history up close - some of his favorites will be on display for the evening. Complimentary coffee and tea will be served courtesy of two local companies: the Whistler Roasting Company and Namasthé Tea Co. Tickets are $7 regular price and $5 if you're a member. To purchase tickets, please come into the Museum or call 604.932.2019. Seating is limited to 50 people. For more information, please click here.

March 25, 2012

This legendary outdoor show is held every Sunday at the base of the mountains and is completely free! Dress warm, grab a cup of hot chocolate and prepare to be amazed by the live entertainment including big air, fire spinners, live DJ and fireworks display. Guaranteed fun for the entire family.

Performance Series: Lorne Elliott

March 29, 2012

Canadian comedian extraordinaire Lorne Elliott graces the stage with his crazy, non-stop, one-man show. Best-known for his CBC Radio comedy series, "Madly Off In All Directions," Elliott's stage persona is a contrast of crazed intellect and extravagant jester - a blend of comedic mayhem and superbly silly performance art. The show starts at 8 PM at Millennium Place and tickets are $24 for adults, $21 for seniors & students and $19 for WAC member and can be purchased at Millennium Place or online. For more information on Lorne Elliott, please click here.

National Large Hill Ski Jumping/Nordic Combined Championships

March 31, 2012

This national competition will see Canadian athletes, and guest athletes from the United States and other international countries, soar through the air as they compete on Whistler Olympic Park's ski jump hills and race on the surrounding cross-country ski trails.