Autumn in Whistler is a uniquely wonderful time. It’s “shoulder season”, meaning a low-tourism period when the resort is uncrowded and local businesses lower their prices accordingly. In Whistler, Autumn means rain. If you’re visiting in November, for example, expect it to rain about 50% of the time. The rainfall and dropping temperatures can be seen as a negative, however there is a wonderful tradeoff – compared to the high-tourism periods in summer and winter, in autumn it often feels like you’ve got the whole resort to yourself. Plus, the rainy weather creates a silvery haze that il ..read more

The world’s premiere celebration of mountain biking returns to Whistler this August 9th – 18th, 2019. Pros and enthusiasts from around the globe will flock to Whistler for ten action-packed days of mountain biking events, competitions, and demos. Last year, Crankworx Whistler attracted more than 300,000 spectators, with 35,000 viewing the Red Bull Joyride alone. Crankworx has the largest economic impact of all major events in Whistler and is commonly considered the top event of the year. Why are Crankworx and Whistler such a natural fit, and what can you expect at this year’s festival ..read more

The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) is making it easier than ever to stay hydrated with the addition of 12 water bottle stations throughout the community. The initiative aims to promote Whistler’s great tap water and discourage the use of single-use plastic bottles. The new stations can be found at: Whistler Olympic Plaza, Rebagliati Park, Village Square, near the Whistler Golf Course, Whistler Fitzsimmons Bike Park, Rainbow Park, Meadow Park, Lost Lake Park, Lakeside Park, and Bayly Park. For a map view of Whistler’s water bottle stations, visit whistler.ca/drinkingwater ..read more

Blenz Whistler is a bright café known for serving Whistler’s best hot chocolate—and great coffee, too. With an idyllic location at the junction of Olympic Plaza, Marketplace, and Main Street, Blenz is a popular hangout for locals and visitors alike. Blenz Whistler is proudly owned by locals and is part of a Vancouver-based chain of coffee shops which first arrived in Whistler in 1996, over a decade before the construction of Whistler’s iconic Olympic Plaza. Back then, Blenz’s surroundings consisted mostly of trees. Nowadays, Blenz looks out on the bustling Village Stroll, making it an idea ..read more

Image: Canadian Tourism Commission You will never run out of things to do in Whistler. You can try, but we’re convinced it’s impossible. In fact, the only trouble you should have finding an activity is choosing between all your options. To guide your fun-having, we’ve compiled the “ultimate guide” of things to do in Whistler this summer, with insider tips throughout. If an event or activity interests you, just click on the title to view more information. Enjoy! Table of contents RecreationSummer Skiing and SnowboardingHikingCampingSwimmingFloatingGolfingWiffle GolfingBik ..read more

GO Fest, Whistler’s annual celebration of outdoor art and recreation, returns this Victoria Day Long Weekend for four action-packed days of events and activities. From May 17-20, you can enjoy a plethora of activities and entertainment in the Whistler Village and surrounding wilderness. GO Fest is an excuse to make the most of Whistler’s “Unlimited Season”, when the best of summer and winter collide for a few glorious weeks. This year’s GO Fest programming includes: Sports Pickleball, tennis, sailing, cycling, running, canoeing, paddle boarding, skateboarding, yoga and more ..read more