Treat the family to a white magical Whistler Christmas this year. Whistler is truly a winter wonderland during the Christmas Holidays and over New Years Eve. The village comes to life during the festive season with Christmas caroling and a winter white blanket of snow and twinkling lights covering the trees and buildings.
Christmas and New Years Eve are the most popular times of the year in Whistler and Whistler accommodation, activities and dinner reservations always book early. Some of the most sought after condos and homes can book a year in advance. Most Whistler hotels and Whistler condos require a minimum stay of five or seven nights over New Year and four or five nights over Christmas. Be sure to reserve your Whistler Christmas accommodation early to avoid disappointment.
Whistler Platinum offers Christmas Trees and decorating packages to make you feel more at home while you are on vacation. To have your decorated tree waiting for you when you arrive, please place your order by December 5th. Decorated tree packages start at C$390 CAD plus tax.
December 18th, 2009 to December 30th, 2009:This FREE family fun zone is unparalleled for indoor entertainment and festive activities! Enjoy mini-golf, bouncy castles and video games for the whole family to experience; Santa Claus arrives for the official opening party on December 19 and stays through December 20. Whistler Conference Centre. 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Closed Christmas Day.
Whistler's First Night is a family-friendly, no alcohol New Year's Eve celebration that takes over Whistler's pedestrian only Village Stroll and the TELUS Conference Center. There is always plenty of live music, interactive arts and street entertainment for people of all ages to ring in the new year! With a zero tolerance policy toward alcohol and a great showcasing of talented musicians, actors, comedians and local artists blends into a fun and exciting mix of performing and participatory arts this is one of the top family holiday celebrations in British Columbia!
The lively energy that is First Night gets underway @ 6pm on December 31st which leaves enough time to explore and experience the celebration in its entirety before the new year is upon us. First Night offers a 9:30pm countdown for the younger participants that can't quite last until the actual stroke of midnight. Of course a New Year's celebration cannot exist without fireworks! Locals and visitors alike ring in the New Year sound-tracked by live performances on two stages and memorable fireworks display lighting up the mountains.
Areas of the Village will be secured to host this family celebrations and you must buy a ticket to enter: C$15 adults/ C$5 - 12 years and under. Don't miss out on your chance to ring in the new year with all of the fun and excitement that only Whistler Blackcomb Mountains can offer.
Properties Available for the Festive Season
Location, location, location. This chalet is located in one of the most sought after ski-in/ski-out neighborhoods in Whistler and is only steps from the heart of the village and gondolas.
Rate: $1575 /nt Available: Dec 23 - 26
Located alongside the Fairmont Chateau Golf Course this well appointed two bedroom, two bathroom townhome features a cozy fireplace and jetted tub.
Rate: $425 - $565 /nt Available: Dec 18 - Dec 26
Located on the first tee of Nicklaus North Golf Course, this four bedroom Whistler Chalet boasts 4,000 sq ft of sumptuous space and luxury and is the perfect Whistler rental for winter or summer.
Rate: $1,500 /nt Available: Dec 18 - Dec 27
Conveniently located in the upper village, this beautiful three bedroom plus den townhome offers a private hot-tub, wood-burning fireplace and easy access to the nearby ski trails.
Rate: $900 - $1,300 /nt Available:Dec 23-25, Dec 30 - 2
Boasting the ultimate in sophisticated space and elegance, this four bedroom town-home is located on the 18th green of Nicklaus North Golf course and will appeal to the most discerning traveler.
Rate: $1,120 - $1,600 /nt Available: Dec 18 - Jan 2
Perched above the Westin Hotel and Resort, this luxurious four bedroom plus den property offers stunning views, a private hot-tub and access to the nearby ski-in/ski-out trails.
Rate: $2200 /nt Available: Dec 29 - Jan 3
Boasting the ultimate in luxury and ski-in/ski-out convenience this two bedroom plus den town-home in the upper village will appeal to the most discerning traveler.
Rate: $800 - $1,150 /nt Available: Dec 18 - 29
Painted Cliff is one of Whistler's most desirable slopeside townhome developments. Boasting ski-in/ski-out convenience, this recently renovated condo is a guest favorite.
Rate: $975 /nt Available: Dec 23 - 27
Pinnacle Ridge is one of the most sought after vacation rental neighborhoods in Whistler. This spacious five bedroom offers ski-in ski-out access to Blackcomb Mountain.
Rate: $1790 /nt Available: Dec 18 - Dec 26
This four bedroom plus den Pinnacle Ridge home boasts expansive mountain views, open plan living and some of the best ski-in ski-out access on Blackcomb.
Rate: $995 - $1,295 /nt Available: Dec 18 - 26