Whistler Sets Up For Pride & Ski Festival, 26 January – 2 February 2020
2020 will mark the 27th Annual Whistler Pride and Ski Festival. Whistler will host one of the biggest gay and lesbian ski weeks in North America. The LGBTQI pride week includes a jam-packed week of events, skiing, snowboarding, parties, arts and culture. Plus this event kicks off winter pride celebrations for around the world. Join the annual Pride Ski + March, where skiers and riders glide down the slopes in a sea of colour as they descend down to the Whistler Village where anyone is welcome to join in the march through the village in celebration of diversity and inclusivity. The series of events also include;: live DJs, charity ski races, comedy shows and of course daily après activities!
Whistler Pride and Ski Festival started out as a small weekend gathering of gay ski-enthusiasts in 1992. It has become one of the largest queer-focused ski weeks in the world. The biggest festival of it’s kind in Canada, the festival welcomes guests from around the globe.
Revellers enjoy an unparalleled mountain experience and world-class event programming hosted by a team of friendly ski & snowboard guides and festival staff. This is Canadian hospitality at it’s finest.
Each day begins with with daily guided ski/snowboarding groups followed by a free festival après skis at the host hotel, and nightly entertainment programming.
HOST HOTEL
Stay where the action is – book your host hotel package at the Aava Whistler Hotel and be just a few steps away from the welcome centre, key après and party venues and the shuttles to Sip ‘n Dip and the pool party!
ACCOMODATIONS
Whistler Pride and Ski Festival works with Whistler.com, the official central reservations for Tourism Whistler to offer a wide selection of resort accommodations. This ensures our guests receive the best rates possible. Our guarantee is not only the best price, but also the best possible stay.
Whistler offers a diverse selection of accommodation, which means you will find the perfect place to call home during the festival. Choose from charming mountainside townhomes, full-service hotels, secluded alpine homes and fully equipped condominiums.