2009 / 2010 Winter Season
November 12-15, 2009
Cornucopia celebrates its 12th anniversary of fine wines and fine foods.
Visit www.whistlercornucopia.com for details on this popular event in Whistler.
Nov. 14, 2009
Early opening on Whistler Mountain
Nov. 26, 2009
Whistler-Blackcomb’s official opening
day.
November 27 - 28, 2009
Whistler's original artisan market, offering enough goodies, treats and treasures to complete everyone's holiday shopping list. Featuring 100 artisans from the Sea to Sky Corridor, Lower Mainland and beyond, the 19th annual holiday fair boasts an array of ceramics, clothing, fine art, wood, glass, metal, jewelry, candles and aromatherapy products as well as Christmas decorations.
December 3 - 6, 2009
A three-day, action-packed celebration of film featuring 90+ films, special guests and big prizes, as well as innovative opportunities for filmmakers and cool events including a free outdoor screening.
For more information go to www.whistlerfilmfestival.com.
December 18-30, 2009
This FREE family fun zone is unparalleled for indoor entertainment and festive activities! Enjoy mini-golf, bouncy castles and video games for the whole family to experience; Santa Claus arrives for the official opening party on December 19 and stays through December 20. Whistler Conference Centre. 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Closed Christmas Day.
December 31, 2009
Whistler's First Night is a legendary alcohol-free New Year's Eve celebration featuring live music, art workshops and street entertainment for all ages.
Go to whistlerfirstnight.com for more details.
Jan 8-9, 2010 Winter Purina Incredible Dog Challenge
Showcasing some of the best performance dogs in the world, the Winter Purina Incredible Dog Challenge features competitions in Avalanche Rescue, Ski Joring, Agility, Head-to-Head 60-Weave Pole Racing and Freestyle Flying Disc. Local dogs and owners can participate in the fun Paw-and-Pole exhibition / competition, which includes fastest small dog and fastest large dog awards, a Best Costume award, in addition to a "Look-Alike" contest to see who most resembles their dog. All events are open to the public.
Jan 22-27, 2010 NiX Theatre of Snow and Ice
Bundle up at Lost Lake and enter Canada's first theatre of snow and ice. This theatrical adventure, a BC premiere, follows two survivors and an arsonist through the fireworks at the end of the world. NiX is a forzen fantasy, complete with a flaming tuba, a snowman death scene and an explosive love story that will melt the coldest of hearts. Show starts at 7:30 pm. For tickets call 1.800.838.3006. Learn more at www.theonlyanimal.com/theatre/nix
Feb 5 - 6, 2010
Come celebrate the Olympic torch making its way through Whistler.
Feb 12-28, 2010 Winter Olympics
Come be a part of this once in a lifetime experience as Whistler hosts the top athletes from around the world. Take part in the nightly events too.
March 1-8, 2010
One of the biggest and best gay ski weeks in the world, WinterPride is chock full of fun events, spectacular skiing and snowboarding and fantastic parties. For more information: GayWhistler.com
March 12-21, 2010 Winter Paralympics
See Paralympic athletes go for the gold in a variety of high adrenaline sport competitions. Celebrations include the Paralympic Closing Ceremonies.
April
16-25
Telus World Ski and Snowboard Festival – 10
days and 10 nights of mind-blowing
music, arts and sports.
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