July Events Guide

Summer long weekends are mini-vacations, perfect for a trip to the mountains. Whether you celebrate Canada Day or Independence Day, head to Whistler and enjoy your time off this July.

This year’s free summer concert series lineup is hot off the press and includes musical acts representing a variety of genres - all performing at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Stay in Whistler this summer and take in a free concert - or two - in the evenings.

Skate culture rules at the Whistler Longboard Festival. Riders from across the globe will compete in the warp-speed Whistler Sliding Center World Cup Downhill race and other events including laid-back skateboard comps, demos and jams. Add Whistler's stunning mountain scenery, chilled out lakes and beaches, outdoor concerts and sizzling nightlife and you have plenty of reasons to stay and take in the whole festival.

Every week for 20 weeks, WORCA hosts Thursday night Toonie Rides with the sponsorship of local businesses and organizations. The rides cost $2 (Toonie) with half of the entry fee going into WORCA's trail maintenance fund, and the other half into a pot for the top riders - usually locals who are training for the nationals or even the World Cup, so they can use every cent they get. The 'Ride' part of the name is more about our mandate, which is to foster the use of bicycles in the community. There are a core group of 'racers' in our series and we do reward 1st, 2nd and 3rd places however the majority of riders are just out to have fun, explore the trails, get a bit of exercise, and socialize with other members. You need to be a WORCA member to participate for insurance reasons, but every cent that doesn't go to the insurance companies is channeled back into protecting and maintaining Whistler's exceptional network of bike trails. The races are open to everyone, young and old, and of all abilities. All participants must wear a helmet and ensure that their bikes are in good working order. Bring water, tube repair kits, and tools because you never know. A Toonie tip: Review the course maps each week as the range of difficulty can vary week to week depending on what the sponsor has in store for everyone.

ArtWalk is a two month walking tour that brings local artists' work into high-traffic venues throughout Whistler Village and the surrounding area, including cafes, retail outlets, hotels and restaurants. The work showcased includes: paintings, photography, jewellery, pottery, textiles and sculpture of all genres. The opening night will be held on July 4th in Whistler Village followed by The Function Junction Block pARTy on Thursday July 25th. The eclectic neighbourhood comes to life with interactive art, music, activities and more for 1 night only.

This year’s free summer concert series lineup is hot off the press and includes musical acts representing a variety of genres - all performing at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Stay in Whistler this summer and take in a free concert - or two - in the evenings.

This year’s free summer concert series lineup is hot off the press and includes musical acts representing a variety of genres - all performing at Whistler Olympic Plaza. Stay in Whistler this summer and take in a free concert - or two - in the evenings.

The open air Whistler Farmer's Market features local produce from the Pemberton Valley and beyond, with tasty artisan foods, local artists, and entertainment. The market is open twice a week throughout the summer, the perfect place to find food for a picnic or a unique present for someone special.

Every week for 20 weeks, WORCA hosts Thursday night Toonie Rides with the sponsorship of local businesses and organizations. The rides cost $2 (Toonie) with half of the entry fee going into WORCA's trail maintenance fund, and the other half into a pot for the top riders - usually locals who are training for the nationals or even the World Cup, so they can use every cent they get. The 'Ride' part of the name is more about our mandate, which is to foster the use of bicycles in the community. There are a core group of 'racers' in our series and we do reward 1st, 2nd and 3rd places however the majority of riders are just out to have fun, explore the trails, get a bit of exercise, and socialize with other members. You need to be a WORCA member to participate for insurance reasons, but every cent that doesn't go to the insurance companies is channeled back into protecting and maintaining Whistler's exceptional network of bike trails. The races are open to everyone, young and old, and of all abilities. All participants must wear a helmet and ensure that their bikes are in good working order. Bring water, tube repair kits, and tools because you never know. A Toonie tip: Review the course maps each week as the range of difficulty can vary week to week depending on what the sponsor has in store for everyone.