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Christmas and New Year’s in Whistler

Whistler is the perfect place to enjoy a truly Canadian Christmas with twinkling lights, a snow globe-inspired village and holiday events and activities to entertain the entire family:

  • Ski and snowboard every day – both mountains are open on Christmas and New Year's
  • Get into the spirit of the season with a variety of special events, many of them free
  • Experience fun, outdoor activities for the whole family like snow tubing, ice skating and snowmobiling
  • Enjoy traditional festive dining in the Village or a holiday meal kit to go

Annual Holiday Events

From Christmas to New Year’s, there are plenty of things to entertain people young and old, with tours of festive light displays, ice skating in the Village, visits from Santa, and more winter favourites like dog sledding and snow tubing.

Please check back often as holiday events are being added as we get closer to the festive season. View our full Calendar of Events for a listing of all events in Whistler.

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November 22 - December 22

Art of Winter Exhibition

Location: Adele Campbell Fine Art Gallery

November 22 - January 4

Miracle in Whistler Village

Location: The Raven Room

December 20 - January 5

Holiday Magic at Whistler Olympic Park

Location: Whistler Olympic Park, Callaghan Valley | Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

December 20

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol

Location: Whistler Public Library Fireplace Lounge | Time: 7 - 9 PM

VIP Bouncy Castle Experience

Location: Whistler Conference Centre | Time: 6 - 9 PM

Dress Like Santa Day

Location: Whistler Village Gondola | Time: 8 AM

Whistler Emergency Services Santa Parade

Location: Various Locations | Time: 6:30 PM

December 21

Learn to Burn: Woodburning 101 Christmas Edition

Location: Blenz Coffee | Time: 7:15 - 9:15 PM

The Story of the Nutcracker

Location: Maury Young Arts Centre

December 21 - January 4

Wintersphere Whistler

Location: Whistler Conference Centre

The ultimate, indoor winter wonderland experience awaits you this holiday season. Wintersphere celebrates this magical time of year with festive activities for the entire family! Join in the fun with visits from Santa, entertainers, a holiday café, kids crafts, signature holiday maze and much more. Please note that Wintersphere is closed on December 25.

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December 22

A Winter's Song Solstice Concert

Location: Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre | Time: 7 - 8:30 PM

December 23

Learn to Burn: Woodburning 101 Christmas Edition

Location: Blenz Coffee | Time: 7:15 - 9:15 PM

December 24

Winter Wonderland Buffet

Location: Nita Lake Lodge Nita Room | Time: 5 - 9 PM

Festive Turkey Dinner

Location: Cure Lounge & Patio | Time: 5 - 10 PM

3-Course Turkey Dinner

Location: The Den | Time: 5 - 10 PM

40th Annual Christmas Eve Service of Lessons & Carols

Location: Westin Resort & Spa | Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM

December 25

3-Course Turkey Dinner

Location: The Den | Time: 5 - 10 PM

Festive Turkey Dinner

Location: Cure Lounge & Patio | Time: 5 - 10 PM

Winter Wonderland Buffet

Location: Nita Lake Lodge Nita Room | Time: 5 - 9 PM

Family Christmas Gala Dinner

Location: Fairmont Chateau Whistler | Time: 6 - 11 PM

December 27

Laugh Out LIVE! Presents Resting Grinch Face 3!

Location: Rainbow Theatre | Time: 8 PM

December 28

Laugh Out LIVE! Presents Resting Grinch Face 3!

Location: Rainbow Theatre | Time: 8 PM

December 29

Laugh Out LIVE! Presents Resting Grinch Face 3!

Location: Rainbow Theatre | Time: 8 PM

Community Chanukah Celebration

Location: Whistler Public Library Fireplace Lounge | Time: 2:30 - 4 PM

December 30

Laugh Out LIVE! Presents Resting Grinch Face 3!

Location: Rainbow Theatre | Time: 8 PM

Wintersphere Whistler

The ultimate, indoor winter wonderland experience awaits you this holiday season. Wintersphere celebrates this magical time of year with free festive activities for the entire family! Join in the fun with visits from Santa, entertainers, a holiday café, kids crafts, Wintersphere's signature holiday maze and much more. This spectacular, festive pop-up is a true holiday favourite for locals and visitors alike. Learn more at wintersphere.ca.

Date: December 21 – January 4* (closed Dec. 25)
Time: 10 AM – 5 PM
Location: Whistler Conference Centre
Cost: Free

*Yule Love It Café open from 11 AM to 4:30 PM daily. Closed on December 25 and January 1.

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Dec 31 – Mar 9 Performers at the legendary Fire and Ice Show in Whistler Village

Whistler's Fire & Ice
Show

Every Sunday during winter, skiers and riders jump through hoops of fire in a spectacular outdoor evening show that's free!

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Winter 2025/26 Packages
Book Early and Save

Lock in your next winter trip by June 30 for savings of up to 30%, plus extend your stay and receive a free $100 CAD Dining Voucher.


Photos of Whistler at Christmas and New Year's