The Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 takes place from Saturday, February 8 to Sunday, February 16, 2025. Over 500 athletes and supporters will be coming to Vancouver and Whistler for the Games, which will include adaptive winter sports for the first time, including Alpine Skiing, Snowboarding, Biathlon, Nordic Skiing and Skeleton events.
Whistler’s history of hosting large sporting events of this caliber, including the 2010 Paralympic Games, has put the resort in a position to be inclusive hosts. We can’t wait to see this world-class event and assist Invictus, the Host Nations, Vail Resorts and Tourism Whistler in hosting.
For details on access, entertainment and Whistler’s full schedule of events, check out the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 – Key Things To Know For Whistler from Tourism Whistler, featuring input from Invictus, Tourism Whistler, Whistler Blackcomb, and the RMOW.
Many in our community can identify with the healing power of sport, nature, and our mountain backyard. In this spirit, we are excited to welcome Invictus athletes and their supporters and to be a part of their journey of recovery and overcoming adversity.
Photo: David Young
The Games also give us an opportunity to showcase Whistler’s unique mountain culture. Head to Invictus Village to see demos, an expo hosted by the Canadian Armed Forces, DJs and live music in Village Square with face painting, arts and crafts, and hot chocolate for kids.
Detailed information is included below on accessibility in Whistler, Invictus Village and the free Whistler Invictus Concert Series lineup. Also included is a list of FAQs that may be helpful as you look to make the most of your experience.
The Resort Municipality of Whistler’s investment in the Invictus Games is funded through the Municipal and Regional District Tax reserve (MRDT, also known as the Hotel Tax).
Accessibility in Whistler
For information on accessibility in Whistler, check out whistler.ca/accessibility. More detailed information is available on that page covering Getting Around Whistler, as well as Accessible Facilities in Whistler.
The Access Whistler Map is available to help navigate Whistler Village. It shows users the most accessible entrances into the Village Stroll and assists users to locate ramps up to the concourse levels, entrances to shops, restaurants and hotels.
The Access Whistler Map works in conjunction with ramp signs, facilitating the accessible movement of people through the Village to access ramps, elevators, accessible washrooms, the mountains and into the trail network system. It was developed with the premise of providing useful information to empower the best decision-making for people of all abilities.
For assistance, Tourism Whistler manages the Whistler Visitor Information Centre, located at 4230 Gateway Drive. Staff can provide first-hand knowledge about local services, maps, events, accommodation and transportation.
The RMOW’s Village Hosts are also readily available to help. Look for the smiling faces in red jackets throughout the Village Stroll to provide first-hand knowledge about local business, services and directions. Village Host kiosks are located at Whistler Olympic Plaza beside the Olympic Rings, as well as by The Beacon Pub/across from La Brasserie, south of Village Square. You can also contact the Village Host Program at 604-935-8478 during regular business hours.
Whistler Invictus Village
Invictus Games is set to take over Whistler Village. Photo: Invictus Games
When: Sunday, February 9 to Thursday, February 13, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
What: Get ready for an action-packed experience across Whistler, where winter sport trials, live music, IG25 activations, and activities for all ages come together in the heart of the village, capturing the true spirit of a ski town during the Invictus Games!
Locations:
Whistler Olympic Plaza: Experience winter sport trials, let the kids play in the snow zone, and explore IG25 Partner Activations with IG25 merchandise sales.
Maury Young Arts Centre: Come in and bring your friends and family to enjoy sport competition viewing, face painting, and arts and crafts.
Village Square: Watch the sport competitions, browse IG25 merchandise, and enjoy the Whistler Invictus Concert Series from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., featuring live music in the heart of Whistler Village.
Mountain Square: Home to IG25 Partner Activations featuring product samples, giveaways, and experiences that capture the true spirit of winter in a ski town.
Whistler Invictus Concert Series
Five Alarm Funk will be among the acts taking the stage in Whistler during Invictus. Photo: Brendan Meadows
Experience incredible Canadian talent and the perfect après vibe at the Whistler Invictus Concert Series! All concerts take place in Village Square, with the full schedule below. To learn about the headliners and get more details, check out the release on invictusgames2025.ca.
Sunday, February 9
2:30 p.m.: DJ Ira’s Dance Party
3 p.m.: Big Love
3:35 p.m.: Taylor James
4:15 p.m.: The Hairfarmers
Monday, February 10
2:30 p.m.: DJ Foxy Moron
3 p.m.: The Spiritual Warriors
3:30 p.m.: Whistler Welcome Celebration
4:15 p.m.: Jim Cuddy and Barney Bentall
Tuesday, February 11
2:30 p.m.: DJ Whitness
3 p.m.: The Boom Booms
4:30 p.m.: Five Alarm Funk
Wednesday, February 12
2:30 p.m.: DJ PRAiZ
3 p.m.: Lazy Syrup Orchestra
4:30 p.m.: Hey Ocean!
Thursday, February 13
2:30 p.m.: DJ Vinyl Ritchie
3:45 p.m.: Skratch Bastid
FAQ
- Where are the accessible washrooms in Whistler Village?
The locations of accessible public washrooms are listed on the Access Whistler Map. Most hotels have accessible public washroom facilities just off their main lobbies.
- Where can I find accessible parking spaces?
There are a number of accessible parking stalls in the Whistler Village Day Lots in close proximity to the pedestrian exits along Blackcomb Way.
Accessible parking spaces include:
- 5 spaces in Day Lot 1
- 9 spaces in Day Lot 2
- 10 spaces in Day Lot 3
- 6 spaces in Day Lot 4
- 3 spaces in Day Lot 5
There is also accessible parking spaces located throughout Whistler Village and at Village Marketplace, as marked on the RMOW Accessibility Map. Additionally, there is over-height accessible parking at Whistler Town Plaza. The maximum height is 12.2 feet / 3.7 metres and with elevator access to the Village Stroll. The parking garage can be accessed from Main Street beside the Whistler Public Library or from Blackcomb Way beside Millennium Place. For hourly, daily or overnight rates, contact Advanced Parking.
- What do I need to park in accessible parking?
Out-of-province and out-of-country designated parking permits can be used in Resort Municipality of Whistler accessible parking spaces.
Visitors can bring permits issued from their home community. Parking permits issued by the officially recognized issuing agencies from any of the provinces and territories in Canada, countries of the European Union, and the U.S. can be used in British Columbia.
Temporary accessible parking permits can be purchased from Municipal Hall if forgotten or lost. The cost of the pass is $31, and it is valid for a maximum of three months. Any non-visual disability will require a doctor’s note. The passes can be purchased from Municipal Hall, 4325 Blackcomb Way, during office hours.
Riding transit in Whistler. Photo: RMOW
- Are Whistler buses accessible?
All Whistler Transit System vehicles are accessible.
Route buses have lifts or low floors to help passengers get on and off. Benches at the front can be raised, allowing mobility aids to strap in. For those who need help finding the right stop, the bus driver will call it out. When you get on the bus, please let the driver know what you need.
More information on accessibility on transit can be found on whistler.ca.
