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Whistler’s Outdoor Concert Series returns for another year with a huge roster of incredible acts, all of which can be enjoyed for free! This summer those lucky enough to be in Whistler will be treated to a huge range of amazing musicians and artists. So far the acts announced include the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra across […]

Whistler is famous for its skiing and snowboarding in the winter, as well as its hugely popular bike park. But it is less known for having some of the best and easily accessible x-country and all-mountain trails. Scattered all over the village and surrounding areas are incredibly well maintained world-class bike trails. Not to mention […]

Whistler has some fantastic hikes right on the doorstep, and difficulties to suit everyone’s taste. Whether you prefer casual walks, great views or intense climbs, there is something to please you. This week we’re looking at possibly the most difficult local hike – Wedgemount Lake. Although only 1100 metres up, this height is covered in only 7km! However, […]

ArtWalk returns to Whistler in June for two fantastic months of art and culture. Discover local artists and businesses by getting involved. Starting on June 27 Whistler’s best artists are paired with local businesses in the form of pop-up galleries. Everyone is encouraged to take part by taking a tour of the village and the […]

So you’ve got Tough Mudder on the mind. It’s only natural; after all, the event returns to Whistler once again on June 20 and 21, 2015—that’s less than a month away. For the uninitiated, Tough Mudder is the ultimate obstacle course designed to test you in just about every way possible. Participants register in teams, […]

If you’ve ever driven the Sea to Sky highway, then you understand why it’s often called one of the most scenic drives in the world. It starts when you get on the highway in West Vancouver, looking out on to the sparkling blue waters of Howe Sound, dotted with majestic islands covered in thick trees. […]

Christmas came early in Whistler this year! The Whistler Mountain Bike Park opened two weeks early on May 2, 2015, and judging by the number of mountain bikes around town, bikers couldn’t be happier. Best park in the world The Whistler Mountain Bike Park is known for being one of the best parks in the […]

This time of year, there’s only one place to be in Whistler: outdoors. Whether you’re canoeing down the River of Golden Dreams, kicking up dirt on the trails, or squeezing in those last few days of skiing, the fresh mountain air beckons—and if you’re sitting indoors, you’re missing out. This time of year used to […]

These days, two bucks won’t get you very far. It’s not even enough to buy a coffee in some cafes. But Whistler’s mountain bike enthusiasts know that a toonie is all you need for a night of trail-tackling fun. The Toonie Ride is a summertime tradition in Whistler: every Thursday from April 30 through to […]

Which way to the Peak to Peak? Where did I park my car? Where do you put the moguls for the summer? These are typical questions answered every day by the volunteers at their shifts. The Village Host program quietly marked its tenth anniversary last summer. With modest beginnings in the village information trailer as […]