Thanksgiving Long Weekend in Whistler

October 6 – 9, 2023

Gather friends and family to visit Whistler over the Thanksgiving long weekend and enjoy holiday dining, all-weather fall activities, family-friendly entertainment and early season sales on winter gear. You'll also notice a special energy in the Village as the snowline creeps down the mountain and thoughts turn to snowy ski days ahead.

Things to Do at Thanksgiving

Spend quality time with friends and family over the weekend:


Early Season Sales – October 6 to 15

Whistler Turkey Sidewalk Sales

That's right – winter is just around the corner and we are all dreaming of those perfect powder turns. If you are on the hunt for some new gear, outerwear, hard goods, accessories and more, watch for Whistler's well-known Turkey sidewalk sales in Whistler Village on the long weekend and beyond. Many shops offer sales on everything to get you outfitted for winter, at the best prices.

Whistler Blackcomb's Legendary Turkey Sale

The legendary Turkey Sale takes place at several retail locations in the Village and Creekside for 2023. Save up to 60% on select skis, boards, apparel, accessories, footwear, kids gear and more.

Participating retail locations include:


See what's happening during Thanksgiving in Whistler. Please see our full calendar for a listing of everything that is going on in town.

Thanksgiving Dinner

Sitting down with friends and family for a special meal is an important part of Thanksgiving. Many Whistler restaurants offer a traditional Thanksgiving dinner menu with all the trimmings to make you feel right at home. Contact the restaurants directly for reservations and more information.

Grocery Delivery and Ready To Go Meals

Whistler's Fridge Full lets you spend more time relaxing and less time cooking with delivery of a delicious Thanksgiving Dinner, plus ready to go meals and groceries delivered direct to your accommodation.

Order your Thanksgiving Turkey To-Go from Portobello at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler. Includes a complete turkey dinner with all the trimmings for 8 – 10 people.

Stay 3+ Nights and Receive a Free $100 Whistler Dining Voucher

Secure your lodging with rooms starting at $149 CAD per night*.

Extend your stay to 3+ nights and receive a free $100 Dining Voucher.

Offer Details:

Book 3+ nights and enter promo code FALLDINING at check-out or call 1.800.944.7853 and mention the offer to one of our Travel Consultants when booking. Valid at participating restaurants.

Hurry - this offer is available only at Whistler.com while quantities last!

*Price points and exchange rates fluctuate throughout the season. Pricing is per night based on 2 adults sharing a hotel room midweek. Dining vouchers can be used at participating restaurants only.

US Thanksgiving – Thursday, November 24, 2022

Whistler also celebrates US Thanksgiving along with our American friends in November. Many Whistler restaurants offer a traditional Thanksgiving dinner menu with all the trimmings to make you feel right at home. Please contact the restaurants directly for reservations and more information on US Thanksgiving dinners on over the weekend.

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