Things to do in Whistler this weekend
A locals-first shortlist of what's worth your time in Whistler this weekend — from outdoor escapes to standout food and live music.
Top spots in Whistler
Peak 2 Peak Gondola
FamilyWhistler Village
World's longest unsupported lift between two mountains.
Lost Lake
OutdoorsVillage North
Swimming and SUP minutes from the village.
Whistler Mountain Bike Park
OutdoorsWhistler
World-famous lift-served downhill biking.
Joffre Lakes
OutdoorsDay trip
Three stacked turquoise lakes — permit required.
Audain Art Museum
CultureVillage
Standout BC art collection in a striking cedar building.
Blackcomb Glacier
OutdoorsBlackcomb
Year-round summer skiing — alpine bowls and powder.
Where to eat
Bearfoot Bistro
$$$$French / Caviar · Village
Vodka room at -32°C, champagne sabering nightly.
Araxi
$$$$Pacific Northwest · Village Square
Whistler's longtime fine-dining anchor.
Hy's Steakhouse
$$$$Steakhouse · Village
Old-school dry-aged steaks and martinis.
Purebread
$$Bakery / Café · Village + Function
Insane pastry case — peanut butter brownie is legendary.
Splitz Grill
$Burgers · Marketplace
Build-your-own burgers, après-ski staple.
Live & on stage
Whistler Pride & Ski Festival
Village-wide · Jan 25 – Feb 1 · LGBTQ+ Festival
Crankworx Whistler
Bike Park · Aug 8–17 · MTB / Festival
Whistler Film Festival
Village · Dec 3–7 · Film
Frequently asked
- Locals' favourites right now: Peak 2 Peak Gondola, Lost Lake, Whistler Mountain Bike Park. The full list is curated weekly and balances outdoor, food, culture and live music picks.