{{current_weather.dt | momentjs( atts.date )}}
{{current_weather.temp | temp}} °{{units}}
{{day.dt | momentjs(atts.date)}}
{{day.temp | temp}} °{{day.temp_min | temp}} °{{units}}
Every January, Whistler becomes something even more special. At this time of year, the mountains are deep in winter and the village hums with energy. For one unforgettable week, the resort transforms into a vibrant celebration of love, inclusion, and shared experience. The Whistler Pride and Ski Festival is not just a festival. Instead, it is a feeling, one that welcomes everyone exactly as they are.
From January 25 to February 1, Whistler Pride returns with a full week of skiing, social events, performances, and unforgettable moments on and off the mountain. One of the largest and most beloved LGBTQ+ ski weeks in the world, Whistler Pride brings together community, skiing, and celebration.
Whether you are carving fresh turns, dancing late into the night, or simply soaking up the atmosphere in the village, Whistler Pride is about being part of something bigger.
Whistler Pride has been bringing people together since 1992. What began as a small gathering has grown into one of the most iconic winter Pride celebrations in the world. Founded by Brent Beneschak, the festival was built on a simple idea: the mountains should be a place where everyone feels welcome.
Over the decades, Whistler Pride has evolved into a multi-day celebration that reaches far beyond skiing. Today it stands as a beloved part of Whistler’s winter culture, with welcoming visuals, community support, and an atmosphere that reflects the resort’s long tradition of inclusivity and celebration.
Today, the festival continues to honour its roots. At the same time, it welcomes new generations of visitors who come for the skiing, the parties, and most importantly, the sense of belonging.
At the heart of Whistler Pride is the mountain experience. Daily guided ski and snowboard meet-ups bring people together by ability level, making it easy to explore Whistler’s legendary terrain while meeting new friends along the way.
These group ski days are about more than turns and vertical. They are about shared laughter on chairlifts, spontaneous après plans, and the unspoken bond that forms after a day spent on snow.
Whether you ski every season or are visiting Whistler for the first time, the atmosphere remains welcoming, social, and completely pressure-free.
While the days often belong to the mountains, the evenings are where Whistler Pride truly shines. Throughout the week, the village hosts a rotating lineup of social gatherings, parties, performances, and special events designed to bring people together.
Expect a mix of:
Après-ski socials and themed parties
Comedy nights and live performances
Pool parties and dance events
Signature Pride celebrations that unite the entire community
Major venues such as the Whistler Conference Centre and Meadow Park Sports Centre host headline events. Meanwhile, village nightlife spots add their own festive energy each night.
Rather than focusing on a single headline act, Whistler Pride creates a full-week rhythm. Every evening offers something different, and every experience feels shared.
One of the most anticipated moments of the week is the Pride Ski and Village Parade.
Skiers and snowboarders gather on the mountain with Pride flags waving. From there, they descend together before continuing the celebration through Whistler Village.
The parade is joyful, visible, and deeply moving. Above all, it captures exactly what Whistler Pride stands for: community, celebration, and being seen.
What truly sets Whistler Pride apart is how it feels.
It is standing in line for coffee and striking up a conversation with someone who quickly becomes a ski buddy. It is sharing stories on a chairlift. It is dancing in a room full of people who feel like friends, even if you just met.
Whistler Pride is not about checking events off a schedule. Instead, it is about showing up, being open, and letting the week unfold naturally.
Whistler Pride is one of the most anticipated weeks of the winter season, and accommodation near the village fills quickly. Locking in your stay early gives you flexibility and keeps your focus on the celebration, not the logistics.
Whistler Reservations helps simplify planning so everything falls into place naturally. With local insight and firsthand knowledge of Pride week, our team makes it easy to choose where to stay and how to make the most of your time in Whistler.
Plan your Whistler Pride getaway with Whistler Reservations and experience Pride week the way it’s meant to be.
For the most up-to-date event schedule and programming, visit the official Whistler Pride website.
Updated: January 2026
No results found.
No results found.
