Whistler events, getting around, parks, construction and more.
EVENTS
Repair Café on Thursday, November 21
Join us at the Whistler Public Library on Thursday, November 21 from 2 to 7 p.m. for a free community Repair Café. Our skilled volunteers are ready to help you breathe new life into your beloved but broken items. This event is part of a larger movement toward a circular economy, keeping valuable materials out of landfills while reducing the demand for new products. Learn more about the Repair Café.
The Municipal Edition of the Cents and Sensibility Budget Quiz Night on Monday, November 25
Get ready for an evening of fun, laughter, and learning, hosted by Whistler’s own Laugh Out LIVE! comedy crew. Event details: Budget 2025 | Engage Whistler
Whistler Winterlight on Friday, November 29
Discover fun illuminations that bring warmth and light to the winter season. Enjoy treats, music, interactive activities, and the lights of the Village Stroll and Olympic Plaza as you gather with friends and family to celebrate the start of winter together. Event details: Whistler Winterlight | Resort Municipality of Whistler
GETTING AROUND
Seasonal Valley Trail Closure
The Valley Trail is now closed until the spring from Whistler Secondary School to Emerald. This is part of the annual Valley Trail Closure to ensure highway snow clearing can be done safely.
Winter parking regulations in effect from Friday, November 1
Whistler’s winter parking regulations are in effect from November 1 to March 31 to help keep roads and parking lots cleared:
- No even side parking Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (excluding holidays).
- No odd side parking any time during the year.
- No overnight parking in the day lots or any other surface level lots in the winter to allow for snow clearing.
Free snowflake reflectors
Stay safe and seen! Grab a FREE snowflake reflector from your Whistler transit driver to boost your visibility. Reflectors are also available from Municipal Hall, Meadow Park Sports Centre or the Whistler Public Library. View our website to subscribe to route alerts and download the Winter Rider’s Guide.
Whistler Transit
Peak winter transit service starts on Friday, November 22 and runs until March 31. For Whistler Transit System bus times, visit the BC Transit website.
Go with Umo
Click here for more information: www.BCTransit.com/Umo
Secure bike parking in Whistler Village
Secure bike parking is available at the Whistler Library underground lot. Try the new smart, secure bike parking racks located at Meadow Park Sports Centre, Whistler Olympic Village and Blackcomb Lodge. More information is available on our website.
NOTIFICATIONS
Yard waste bin notice
Nesters and Function Junction Waste Depots will collect yard waste until Sunday, November 10. Following this date, you can dispose yard waste to the Whistler Waste Transfer Station in the Callaghan Valley.
Municipal Hall front desk closure on Wednesday, November 20
The Municipal Hall front desk will be closed for a team event from 12 to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20. Thank you for your understanding.
PARKS AND TRAILS
Tree removal and replacement
Trees are being removed over the fall. Our routine maintenance program targets hazard trees that are mechanically damaged, affected by extreme weather, diseased, or overcrowded. A tree and shrub replacement program will take place this fall to promote healthy landscape growth.
FUEL THINNING
Brio Extension
The RMOW is working to thin 6.6 hectares above Sunridge Drive and Tantalus Drive. No public trails will be impacted by this work. Click the link for more information.
CONSTRUCTION
Municipal Hall Sprinkler Installation
A section of the walkway between the Municipal Hall main entrance and RCMP building is temporarily closed. Access to the front desk of Municipal Hall and the RCMP/Public Safety Building is available via a small detour. Please expect limited parking and single-lane traffic at the Municipal Hall car park. The bike rack, post box, and waste bins outside the front of Municipal Hall are being relocated for the duration of this phase of the works.
South Whistler Water Supply Upgrades Project – Phase II
Construction has commenced at the Cheakamus pump station, 1101 Cheakamus Lake Road. For more info please visit: South Whistler Water Supply Upgrade – Phase 2 | Resort Municipality of Whistler
FACILITIES AND RECREATION
Winter 2025 recreation program registration information
Winter recreation programs can be viewed online from Thursday, December 5. Online registration for residents begins on Saturday, December 14 at 11 a.m.
New this year, to ensure each child is placed in the correct swim level, our registration system automatically checks all necessary prerequisites are met. We want every child to start their swimming journey with the confidence and skills they need to set them up for lesson success. Check out our registration dates and checklist page for more information.
EVENTS
The Municipal Edition of the Cents and Sensibility Budget Quiz Night on Monday, November 25
Get ready for an evening of fun, laughter, and learning, hosted by Whistler’s own Laugh Out LIVE! comedy crew. Event details: Budget 2025 | Engage Whistler
Whistler Winterlight on Friday, November 29
Discover fun illuminations that bring warmth and light to the winter season. Enjoy treats, music, interactive activities, and the lights of the Village Stroll and Olympic Plaza as you gather with friends and family to celebrate the start of winter together. Event details: Whistler Winterlight | Resort Municipality of Whistler
GETTING AROUND
Winter parking regulations in effect
Whistler’s winter parking regulations are in effect from November 1 to March 31 to help keep roads and parking lots cleared:
- No even side parking Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (excluding holidays).
- No odd side parking any time during the year.
- No overnight parking in the day lots or any other surface level lots in the winter to allow for snow clearing.
Free snowflake reflectors
Stay safe and seen! Grab a FREE snowflake reflector from your Whistler transit driver to boost your visibility. Reflectors are also available from Municipal Hall, Meadow Park Sports Centre or the Whistler Public Library. View our website to subscribe to route alerts and download the Winter Rider’s Guide.
Whistler Transit
Peak winter transit service runs until March 31. For Whistler Transit System bus times, visit the BC Transit website.
Go with Umo
Click here for more information: www.BCTransit.com/Umo
Secure bike parking in Whistler Village
Secure bike parking is available at the Whistler Library underground lot. Try the new smart, secure bike parking racks located at Meadow Park Sports Centre, Whistler Olympic Village and Blackcomb Lodge. More information is available on our website.
NOTIFICATIONS
Municipal Hall closure on Monday, November 25
The Municipal Hall will be closed for thirty minutes from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. on Monday, November 25. Thank you for your understanding.
FUEL THINNING
Brio Extension
This work has been completed. Click the link for more information.
CONSTRUCTION
Municipal Hall Sprinkler Installation
The walkway between the Municipal Hall main entrance and RCMP building has reopened. As the project continues, please expect limited parking and single-lane traffic at the Municipal Hall car park.
South Whistler Water Supply Upgrades Project – Phase II
Construction has commenced at the Cheakamus pump station, 1101 Cheakamus Lake Road. For more info please visit: South Whistler Water Supply Upgrade – Phase 2 | Resort Municipality of Whistler
FACILITIES AND RECREATION
Winter 2025 recreation program registration information
Winter recreation programs can be viewed online from Thursday, December 5. Online registration for residents begins on Saturday, December 14 at 11 a.m.
New this year, to ensure each child is placed in the correct swim level, our registration system automatically checks all necessary prerequisites are met. We want every child to start their swimming journey with the confidence and skills they need to set them up for lesson success. Check out our registration dates and checklist page for more information.
