There’s a touch of spring in the air with longer, sunnier days (and hopefully some powder days). The gondolas and chairlifts open earlier at 8:30 AM, and close later at 4 PM, giving you more time for spring skiing, or the chance for a lazy breakfast or early après without losing ride time.
Talking of après, Whistler’s sunny patios are a highlight during March; take a look at some suggestions in our Insider’s Guide to Spring Après.
International Women’s Day is on March 8, and we will be celebrating by attending one of the arts and culture events happening around town this month that celebrate women.
Here’s what’s happening in Whistler this March.
Outdoor Adventure
You’ll find us:
- Preparing our legs to race down the mountain at the Kokanee Valley Race Series on March 5 and 26. No racing experience is required to join in on the fun of recreational racing!
- Bringing our favourite four-legged friends to Whistler Olympic Park for the Dog Day WAG Fundraiser on March 7. Receive a free bag of treats from FirstMate Pet Foods and a goodie bag from Firetail Pets upon arrival (while supplied lasts), and enter for a chance to win over $300 in FirstMate dog food of your choice!
- Shredding with fellow female skiers and snowboarders at the Helly Hansen Women’s Ski and Snowboard Camps on March 7-8 or 21-22. For ladies looking to gain some backcountry experience, join in on the Extremely Canadian Wild Tracks Women’s Backcountry Day to deepen your backcountry knowledge and sharpen your powder skiing/riding.
- Cheering on local youth shredding big mountain terrain at the Whistler Blackcomb IFSA National Junior Freeride Challenge from March 12 to 15. Athletes are scored based on style, control, technique, fluidity and line choice.
- Competing in (or watching) the slopestyle action at Canada’s longest-running snowboard competition, Showcase Showdown 2026, on March 28 and 29. This event is a jam-format contest with a custom-built venue in Blackcomb Park. Open to all ages with great prizes up for grabs!
Adventure Lite
You’ll find us:
- Treating our mind and body to a healing and invigorating thermal journey at the Scandinave Spa. Encircled by Whistler’s old-growth rainforest and rugged Coast Mountain views, you embrace complete silence at the spa, stowing your phone away for a digital detox. Allow at least three hours for the thermal journey of hot, cold and rest, surrounded by nature.
- Supporting the athletes competing in the BC Luge Championships. Located at the Whistler Sliding Centre, this event showcases the depth of luge talent in British Columbia and Alberta, from youth racers to seasoned veterans. Cheer on the athletes and experience the thrill of luge in its purest form on March 14 and 15!
- Stretching it out with Yoga at the Audain Art Museum. Held on Thursdays at 9:30 AM, this yoga class is accessible for all levels, and registration includes access to the museum exhibitions on the day of your class. Yoga and art to start the day? Sign us up!
- Taking a guided tour with Whistler Valley Tours. Join local, knowledgeable guides on a journey to Whistler’s most picturesque locations, like Olympic venues and historic sites, with endless photo ops. Learn more about the experience in our blog, Sightseeing and Exploring with Whistler Valley Tours.
- Enjoying the final few weeks of ice fishing in Whistler. Book a tour with Whistler Year-Round Fishing to let their experienced guides show you how to safely ice fish on a frozen lake. Check out our blog, How to Ice Fish in Whistler to learn more.
More ways to get outside.
Family Fun
You’ll find us:
- Spending spring break cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and tobogganing at Whistler Olympic Park with free admission and half-price rentals for those aged 18 and under on weekdays from March 14th to 29th.
- Bringing the whole crew to Portobello Family Après after a day on the slopes. Inspired by Whistler’s ski culture, this family-friendly après brings together live music, kid-friendly activities and tasty bites for the whole family every Saturday from 3 to 5 PM. Highlights include complimentary maple taffy, cookie decorating kits, and a variety of games and colouring kits.
- Ice skating with the kiddos at Whistler Olympic Plaza. You can rent skates right there and enjoy the music and glowing lights as you lap this picturesque outdoor rink. It typically wraps up at the end of March, but if the weather changes and warms up, it may close sooner, so you’d better get your skates on!
- Feeling the need for speed as we thunder down the Olympic bobsleigh track! After an orientation, you slide in a real bobsled, driven by a trained pilot, racing through ten twists and turns at speeds of 125+ km/hr with acceleration of up to 4 g-forces. During March (and April), guests receive 20% off, plus youth receive 50% off with an accompanying adult. Learn more and book!
- Taking the kids (big ones included) for ice cream at COWS on March 6, as 100% of sales go to Whistler Community Services Society. Collectively, their stores across Canada raise over $200,000 toward mental health services, and that is something to eat ice cream about!
- Flying through the air like an eagle on a ziplining tour. After your day on the mountain, zip through an old-growth forest while catching the magical alpenglow on the Ziptrek Winter Après Tour – all before dinner.
- Joining Cultural Ambassadors at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre for immersive craft workshops and tours, like their Dreamcatcher Workshop on March 24 (good for kids 10+), Buckskin Medicine Bag on March 26 (good for kids 8+) or Salish Hand Drum Making on March 28 (good for older teens 15+).
More family-friendly activities.
Arts & Culture
You’ll find us:
- Discovering the beauty of precision and pattern in the Intro to Kumiko Woodworking hands-on workshop on March 1. Focusing on the traditional Japanese woodworking technique Kumiko, led by local carpenter and artist Rob LeBlanc, this fun and approachable 4-hour workshop invites you to slow down, work with your hands and try something new. If woodwork sparks an interest, don’t miss the Arts Whistler Wood Work Exhibition, on until March 7.
- Celebrating International Women’s Day (March 8) at the Queens of Comedy event on March 6. Four comedic powerhouses bring their wit, humour and perspective to the stage in celebration of women’s strength in the world of comedy.
- Supporting women in the mountain community by attending the Whistler premiere of What it Takes: Expedition Unfiltered at Evo Rentals on March 6. In the film, three women venture from British Columbia into the wilds of Patagonia to explore what’s possible, only to be met with harsh conditions, unexpected challenges and their own limits. Ticketholders can enjoy a complimentary drink and chances to win awesome prizes!
- Soaking in the sweet sounds of Pocket Symphonies on March 8. Elizabeth and Marcel Bergmann perform four hands on one piano, alongside violinist Jasper Wood and cellist Sung Yong Lim, offering a fresh, vibrant take on beloved orchestral classics.
- Catching the final month of Woven Pathways: Fashion and Cultural Continuity at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre. It features Squamish and Lil̓wat fashion and accessory designers with guest artists from the Northwest Coast, including works selected by Guest Curator Rebecca Baker-Grenier, an Indigenous Designer of Kwakiutł and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh ancestry.
- Learning the basics of Wet Felting by making a flat felted piece of artwork at The Point Artist-Run Centre, led by Cléa Thomas, on March 9. This workshop is accessible to all skill levels (Ages 14+), and materials are supplied.
- Diving deeper into the Permanent Collection at the Audain Art Museum. From March 14 to 20, Permanent Collection artist Manabu Ikeda returns to the Audain Art Museum for a week of public programs, including an artist talk, daily open studios, and drawing workshops for adults and children. While you’re there, check out the Audain Art Museum’s latest exhibition, Into the Wosk Collection: Discovery and Wonder.
- Perusing the tiny works of talent at the Anonymous Art Show, Arts Whistler’s most adrenaline-fueled gallery event of the year! View 300+ 8×8 inch works from legendary Sea to Sky creatives, from ironwork pieces to 3D clay designs, oil on canvas and even knitted pieces! All the artists’ names have been hidden so you can spend an afternoon deciphering their creative identities. The exhibit runs from March 18 to May 9, with the Buying Night on April 10.
- Honouring the vital role that volunteers played in the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Whistler at the Whistler Museum’s latest exhibit, Building the Spirit: Whistler’s Volunteers of the 2010 Games. The exhibit features stories and artifacts from the volunteers and community members who made the Games a unique experience in Whistler.
- Having a laugh at Laugh Out LIVE! Presents: A Whistler Wedding held on select Saturdays throughout March & April at the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa. An interactive dinner theatre experience in the style of a Whistler-themed wedding reception! You’ll eat, drink, mingle and get swept into the drama. If you’re looking for more comedy, check out the final Marquee Comedy Variety Show of the season on March 13, and the Stand-Up Standoff on March 25.
Eating, Drinking & Shopping
You’ll find us:
- Embracing the après-ski culture in a fresh way, at In the Snow with Veuve Clicquot at Fairmont Chateau Whistler. This chic, snow beachfront terrace is inspired by Veuve Clicquot’s vibrant art de vivre. Open every Friday and Saturday afternoon until the end of the ski season.
- Crafting our own cocktail at The Art of Cocktail: Contemporary Sculpture hosted at the Audain Art Museum on March 6. This edition workshop invites guests to explore the sculptural works of Brian Jungen, featured in the From Sea to Sky exhibition, through a brief curatorial talk that sheds light on his innovative use of materials and cultural narratives before shaping a signature drink drawn from his work.
- With our heads in the clouds at the annual TELUS Winter Classic gala, happening March 6 and 7. This action-packed weekend will be one to remember, featuring fun-filled ski events, wine, beer and food galore, the famous silent and live auctions, plus fabulous live entertainment. All proceeds from the event go to support non-profit charities.
- Wining and dining in the alpine at the Wine & Dine in the Sky Winemaker Lunch Series at Steep’s Grill on March 11. The multi-course lunch will feature wine pairings from the Ruffino Winery.
- Checking out the Oakley Community Days from March 20 to 22. This action-packed weekend brings product demos, immersive tech experiences, giveaways and athlete appearances – there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
- Getting our groove on at the Corona Music Sessions on March 29. Located on Seppo’s Patio on Whistler Mountain, end your day on the slopes with a live DJ set while enjoying the alpine views. The vibe is always top-notch!
More on Village shopping, dining and arts and culture.
Save the Date
World Ski and Snowboard Festival | April 6 – 12
Audain Gala | April 18
Whistler Children’s Festival | May 15 – 17
Nourish Spring Series by Cornucopia | June 2025
Ultra Trail Whistler by UTMB | August 21 – 23 (registration now open)
Be a Responsible Traveller: Don’t Love It to Death
- Help keep Whistler green by choosing tap water over bottled water, avoiding single-use plastics, leaving the car at home, choosing active transportation and sorting garbage properly to reduce your waste.
- Be AdventureSmart and always practice Leave No Trace principles.
- Consider our Responsible Travel pillars, Respect Nature, Think Environment, Don’t Love It to Death and Support Local.
- Whistler Alert is the official emergency notification system used by the RMOW to communicate with residents and visitors during emergencies via text message, phone and email. We encourage you to sign up for it while you’re here (just in case). When you register, you will be asked to provide your contact number and the date you plan to leave Whistler so that you don’t receive alerts when you’re back home.
If You’re Driving . . .
- Take a read of Go Car Free: 8 Reasons to Ditch the Car on Your Whistler Trip in case we can convince you that you don’t need your car!
- Take advantage of the new reservations-based parking program. From 6 AM to 11 AM on weekends, public holidays, and December 27 to 31, Lots 6, 7 and 8, and Creekside Parkade will be reserved for those with (free) general and carpool parking reservations. Check out all the details here.
- Winter tires or chains are required by law on the Sea to Sky Highway from now until March 31. Make sure to check you have these, especially if you’re using a rental car. Read more on our Road Conditions page.
- Help reduce congestion on the highway by travelling during non-peak times. Peak travel times on the Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler include Friday afternoons and evenings, weekends and holidays. To avoid this busy time, plan to visit Whistler midweek when the highway and the resort are typically quieter. Extend your weekend – plan to arrive on Thursday night and leave on Monday morning to avoid the weekend traffic. If you’re visiting Whistler only for the day, plan on staying for dinner to avoid the rush of day traffic leaving the resort after the mountain closes.
- Always check DriveBC for current road conditions before getting on the road. Follow @DriveBC on Twitter and listen to MountainFM for the latest updates.
- Paid parking is in effect in all the Day Lots, although there is complimentary parking from 5 PM to 8 AM. Overnight parking is not allowed in the Day Lots over winter (November 1 to March 31). Please check the RMOW website for more information on parking, including an interactive map.
