Thanksgiving Long Weekend in Whistler
October 9 – 12, 2026
Gather friends and family for a Thanksgiving getaway in Whistler, where crisp mountain air, colourful fall landscapes and a lively Village set the scene for a memorable long weekend. Enjoy seasonal dining, outdoor adventures, family-friendly entertainment and early season shopping as autumn gives way to winter and excitement builds for the ski season ahead.
Things to Do in Whistler Over Thanksgiving Weekend
Fill the Thanksgiving long weekend with mountain adventures, local events and relaxed moments together.
Early Season Sales
Whistler Blackcomb's Legendary Turkey Sale
Whistler Blackcomb's Legendary Turkey Sale returns for Thanksgiving weekend with savings on winter gear, bikes and accessories at participating retail locations in Whistler Village and Creekside. It's one of the biggest shopping weekends of the year for anyone gearing up for winter.
Stay tuned for participating retail locations.
Whistler Turkey Sidewalk Sales
Thanksgiving weekend is one of the best times to shop for winter gear in Whistler. Browse Village retailers for discounts on skis, snowboards, outerwear, accessories and more as shops make room for new-season inventory. Whether you're replacing a favourite jacket or building a whole new kit, it's an ideal time to save before winter begins.
Thanksgiving Weekend Events
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.
Celebrate Thanksgiving the Whistler Way
Celebrate the season of gratitude with a mountain escape that delivers comfort, colour, and culinary perks. Book a 3+ night stay over Thanksgiving and receive a free $100 CAD dining credit, perfect for toasting the long weekend.
Use promo code FALLDINING at checkout or call 1.800.944.7853 and mention the offer to one of our Travel Consultants when booking.
Offer Details:
- Enter promo code: FALLDINING
- Valid for arrivals from: September 8 - November 30, 2026
- Minimum 3-night stay applies
- Credit valid at participating Whistler restaurants
- Credits are only available while quantities last
- Unused Credits expire on November 30, 2026.
US Thanksgiving – Thursday, November 26, 2026
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 during the weekend.
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