Whistler Events — July 2012
Whistler Longboard Festival
July 12 - 15, 2012
UNKLE is proud to present the Whistler Longboard Festival at the Whistler Sliding Centre. Rain or shine, more than 100 international top racers will drop 1,000 feet over 1.6 kilometres at daredevil speeds along the snaking paved course. This family friendly event is free for spectators.
July 1, 2012
Whistler celebrates Canada's 145th birthday with festivities, including Whistler's Canada Day Parade, all day street entertainment, fireworks, and more!
June 16 to July 9, 2012
Come watch the stars of tomorrow as 69 teams from Western Canada and the US participate in 23 days of non-stop hockey action. This elite youth tournament brings together players ranging form 9 to 18 years of age, all with a high level of commitment to their sport. Games take place at Meadow Park Sports Centre. Spectators are welcome. Tournament schedule can be found here.
BC Bike Race
June 30 to July 7, 2012
BC Bike Race is much more than the challenge of a ride ... it's about everything experienced along the way - spectacular scenery, fascinating culture, interesting people, and tantalizing tastes. The stages of BC Bike Race wind through nine beautiful west coast communities, each showcasing unique qualities and elements that make British Columbia a world-class destination for athletes, adventurers and visitors alike. Friends and spectators will have an opportunity to congratulate the riders on their accomplishment on July 7 as they cross the finish line at Whistler Olympic Plaza.
Whistler Farmer's Market
July 1, 2012
A feast for your senses, the Whistler Farmer’s Market features local produce, tasty food, local artisans, live entertainment and family activities along the beautiful Upper Village Stroll. Open Sundays between 11 AM and 4 PM. The Wednesday afternoon market operates from July 4 to August 29, 2012 from 3 to 7 PM.
July 1 to September 4, 2012
ArtWalk features regional artists and artisans in host venues throughout Whistler Village, Upper Village, Creekside and Function Junction, including cafés, retail outlets, hotels and restaurants. Artists from the Sea-to-Sky region showcase their works of painting, photography, fibre arts, pottery, multi-media, jewellery and sculpture. ArtWalk boasts opening receptions with live painting, musical entertainment and a chance to mingle with artists and artwalkers alike. Visit here for more details.
July 5, 2012
Join the Whistler Arts Council at the ArtWalk opening reception from 6:30 PM to 9 PM. ArtWalkers will enjoy the artwork displayed in a variety of host galleries throughout Whistler paired with delectable treats and special offers from participating venues. Enjoy entertainment performed by live musicians, roving characters and painters, and mingle with local artists who always come out for this special event. Visit here for more details.
July 6 - 8, 2012
The village will come alive in celebration of the arts including daily live entertainment Musicians, the 3rd Annual “Paint-Off”, Free guided ArtWalk tours, live art demonstrations including and on Sunday July 8th visit the Whistler Skate Park for a brand new event from 9 AM to 4 PM.
Whistler Farmer's Market
July 8, 2012
A feast for your senses, the Whistler Farmer’s Market features local produce, tasty food, local artisans, live entertainment and family activities along the beautiful Upper Village Stroll. Open Sundays between 11 AM and 4 PM. The Wednesday afternoon market operates from July 4 to August 29, 2012 from 3 to 7 PM.
July 13 - 15, 2012
Join InnerLandscapes on an all-inclusive, lodge-based hiking retreat at Brew Creek Centre. Explore changes in your life through the powerful lenses offered by poetry and the natural world. Develop a fresh perspective of where you are on the curve of your own transformation. Tickets are $535 before May 13; $560 after May 13. For more information, please click here.
Whistler Children's Art Festival
July 14 - 15, 2012
The Whistler Children’s Art Festival fills Creekside for one weekend every year with art workshops, music, acrobatics, theatre, dance and fun that encourages kids to embrace their imagination! The Festival offers a range of workshops for kids, including pre-school activities for children aged 3-5, intermediate workshops for kids up to grade 8, and workshops for the whole family.
Whistler Farmer's Market
July 15, 2012
A feast for your senses, the Whistler Farmer’s Market features local produce, tasty food, local artisans, live entertainment and family activities along the beautiful Upper Village Stroll. Open Sundays between 11 AM and 4 PM. The Wednesday afternoon market operates from July 4 to August 29, 2012 from 3 to 7 PM.
July 21, 2012
Whistler's acclaimed Araxi Restaurant presents Araxi Longtable, an annual series of outdoor dining experiences taking place on Saturday, July 21 and Saturday, August 18 at the picturesque Rainbow Park in Whistler Valley. Each event begins with a reception followed by a 4-course menu designed by Chef James Walt and featuring Pemberton Valley's freshest local produce, beef from its pastures, day-boat catches from our coast fisheries and wines from leading producers. For more details, including prices and ticket purchase, please visit here.
Whistler Farmer's Market
July 22, 2012
A feast for your senses, the Whistler Farmer’s Market features local produce, tasty food, local artisans, live entertainment and family activities along the beautiful Upper Village Stroll. Open Sundays between 11 AM and 4 PM. The Wednesday afternoon market operates from July 4 to August 29, 2012 from 3 to 7 PM.
July 27 - 28, 2012
180 women. 2 fun-filled events. 0 testosterone. An all-day affair that celebrates the Sea to Sky riding scene and the incredible women who are a big part of it. For more information, please click here.
July 27, 2012
ArtWalks biggest party happens each summer in Function Junction. This eclectic neighbourhood comes alive with live and interactive art by local artists including living murals, artisans, family-friendly street hockey; face painting, children’s crafts, acrobatics and more. This party will surely offer a unique insider perspective into and area recently coined by locals as the “Heart of Whistler”. Bring your bike or roller skates to get to all the venues and have some fun along the way. The pARTy takes place between 6:30 PM to 9 PM.
July 28 - 29, 2012
The Whistler Naturalists are proud to present Whistler’s 6th annual BioBlitz. BioBlitz is a 24-hour, round-the-clock race to count as many species as possible: mammals, birds, plants, frogs, fish, bugs – you name it! Join them at Alpha Lake Park to discover what 60 scientists find as they search Whistler’s habitats. Touch a giant water bug or a snake, learn about frogs and lichens, or take in a scavenger hunt. For more details, please click here.
Whistler Farmer's Market
July 29, 2012
A feast for your senses, the Whistler Farmer’s Market features local produce, tasty food, local artisans, live entertainment and family activities along the beautiful Upper Village Stroll. Open Sundays between 11 AM and 4 PM. The Wednesday afternoon market operates from July 4 to August 29, 2012 from 3 to 7 PM.