With 8 days filled with over 60 events the energy and diversity of the festival is reflected in the schedule. Enjoy Whistler Blackcomb's incredible terrain for skiing and riding each day and a new social event every night.
Feature Events
Here's a couple of must-see events the festival is known for, but there's plenty more! Check back closer to the date for the full schedule and daily run-down.
Annual Pride Ski Parade
Join the annual Pride Ski + March where skiers and riders start on Whistler's Mid-station on the Olympic Run and swoosh down the slopes in a sea of colour. Rainbow flags are carried with pride and skiers and riders dress in colour outfits as they descend down to Whistler Village at Skiers' Plaza. The giant Pride Flag is transferred from skier to marchers as the crowd continues down the Village Stroll to the Olympic Rings at Whistler Olympic Plaza, paying homage to the start of the very first Pride House at the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. After the parade join the celebrations at the Whistler Conference Centre for an afternoon après-ski T-dance.
Après Ski Sessions
After a fantastic day on the mountains, at the spa or simply hanging out in the village come together to meet and greet other festival participants at après-ski before heading out for the night. View the full schedule for locations and times by day.
Snow Landing - starring PAM ANN
Whistler Pride's Night of Comedy features iconic international celebrity air hostess Pam Ann, a high flyer who has evolved since first jetting out of her hometown of Melbourne 20 years ago. Pam - the alter-ego of Australian comedian-writer-producer Caroline Reid – has developed a cult-like status both here and overseas with her masterful portrayal of an international hostie.
Pam’s barbed wit has seen her fly many a risky route and negotiate even the most politically incorrect flight path with her blisteringly funny take on the world of airlines and aircrew. Nothing is out of reach of her pristine white gloves, strutting up the aisle with a trolley full of beautifully unpredictable, acerbic airline satire. There’s not much Pam hasn’t seen or done – from crewing Elton John’s private jet at his express request, sharing a stadium stage on a tour of the UK with Cher, and counting Madonna in her legion of devoted fans worldwide.
SPLASH POOL Party presented in part by Outings & Adventures
Let's get soaking wet! DJ PORNSTAR (Las Vegas) turns up the heat at the annual Whistler Pride festival Pool Party. Grab the free shuttle leaving from the Aava Hotel starting at 9:30 PM, running every 30 minutes. Bring your own towel and swimsuit. Clothes check and lockers available on site.
Snowball
International DJs headline Whistler Pride's main event. The festival pulls out all the stops and transforms the conference centre into a mega nightclub you would find at other world renowned locations. Sensational sound and visuals, stunning go-gos all tricked out and wired to impress! This is one club event you must experience!
Ski and Snowboard Guiding
Daily | Whistler or Blackcomb Mountain
New to Whistler or simply looking for ski or snowboard buddies for the week? Meet on the mountains for the Whistler Pride and Ski guided groups and make new friends - all levels welcome. Meeting location changes by day, view the full schedule for more details.
LGBTQI in Whistler
GayWhistler is a year-round promoter of Whistler to the gay and lesbian community and produces and promotes GayWhistler ski week, Whistler Pride and Ski Festival, every year. View Website.
Alpenglow Productions Corporation (APC) is a certified LGBT Social Business Enterprise through the CGLCC (Canadian Gay Lesbian Chamber of Commerce - Certified Diverse Supplier).
The GayWhistler/Alpenglow Team, in partnership, is dedicated to bringing alternative vacation options to the gay and lesbian community worldwide.
Whistler is proud to be the destination of choice for gay and lesbian travellers year round, featuring a diverse community, TAG Approved accommodation and legally celebrated marriage equality.
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