Family Day in Whistler, BC
February 16, 2026
Everybody loves a long weekend! Spend this one in Whistler and make memories with your favourite people. Adventure in our mountain playground and check out family-friendly events and special discounts on winter activities. Take in our cultural side too, with arts and heritage experiences throughout the Village.
Family Discounts and Offers*
Here's a look at a few of the special offers that were available to families in 2025. Please check back in January 2026 for updates.
Ski and Snowboard Rentals
Nordic Skiing & Snowshoeing
- 50% off all cross-country ski and snowshoe day tickets at Lost Lake Park
- 25% off cross-country ski and snowshoe trail day tickets at Whistler Olympic Park. Discount only applies to tickets purchased at the gate.
- Free trail tickets and hot chocolate at The Callaghan.
Snowmobiling
Arts and Culture
- Join Kids Après at the Whistler Museum! Learn something new about Whistler’s history, add your own colour to archival images, and take home a wintry craft on February 16 & 17 from 2 – 5 PM each day. Includes free admission for kids of all ages when accompanied by an adult.
- Family Day at the Audain Art Museum offers free admission, scavenger hunts, activities, Raclette on the Porch, Director's Vault tours, kids Art Workshops, and an après DJ Dance party
- Engaging Indigenous experiences at Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre on February 16 and 17 (closed on Mondays). Free admission for youth and children 18 years and younger with a paying adult.
- Free outdoor entertainment at Whistler Blackcomb's Fire & Ice Show on Sunday
- Free Go Whistler self-guided tours for unique experiences and locations in Whistler
Vallea Lumina
- Step into a hidden world in the forest at Vallea Lumina. Children 5 and under are free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Snow Zone and Ice Skating at Whistler Olympic Plaza
- Free admission on a first come, first served basis, at the ice skating rink. Skate rentals are $6.50.
- Free frosty fun, including snow play and sledding. Open daily, snow conditions permitting.
Sightseeing Tours
Meadow Park Sports Centre
- 50% off drop-in admissions. Does not include drop-in hockey or stick & puck admissions. See rates at whistler.ca.
- Join a family-friendly stick & puck session scheduled from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Book at whistler.ca/stickandpuck.
Ground Transportation
- Free transfers for children 5 and under with YVR Skylynx when travelling with an adult
- Free transfers for children 5 and under with Whistler Shuttle when travelling with an adult
- Free transfers for children 2 and under with Epic Rides when travelling with an adult
BC Transit
- Children 12 years and under ride free on Whistler Transit buses every day
*Offers are valid on BC Family Day only, February 17, 2025, unless otherwise specified. Availability of some activities may be dependent on weather and snow conditions.
2025 Family Day Weekend Events
Here's a look at what happened for Family Day weekend 2025 in Whistler. View our complete Events Calendar for all events in Whistler.
Family Fun in Whistler
There are plenty of ways to have fun with your family here, and while skiing and snowboarding are big reasons to visit, they're only the tip of the iceberg for winter fun. Browse the following for more ideas on things to do this February.
The Whistler Insider Blog: Family Advice