Here is the weekly update on projects and things of note that may impact your day-to-day life, including events, getting around town, parks, construction, etc. 

FACILITIES AND RECREATION 

The Snow Zone is open 

The fun will grow as temperatures drop and more snow is made. Stay tuned for an expanded Snow Zone at Whistler Olympic Plaza. 

Outdoor skating open daily at Whistler Olympic Plaza 

Join us in the heart of Whistler Village and glide into winter at the Whistler Olympic Plaza outdoor skating rink. Outdoor skating begins daily at 11 a.m. Visit our website for more info including operating and holiday hours. 

LUNA Whistler January programming 

Kick off the new year with LUNA Whistler’s January programming. This month features the return of the always-popular Laser Tag in the Library, weekly yoga, a ping pong tournament, a relaxing sound bath, Hockey 101 (with chocolate fondue), and an Afro-Polynesian fusion dance class. View the program lineup. 

Lost Lake Nordic Trails are open

Enjoy cross-country skiing (classic and skate) and snowshoeing daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., with night skiing on the Lost Lake Loop. Passes required. Check out trail conditions.

Christmas tree disposal 

All done with your Christmas tree? You can drop off Christmas trees at the Nesters and Function Junction waste depots until Sunday, January 11. Please ensure you remove all lights, electronics, plastic wrappings, metal wiring, tinsel and ornaments from your tree. The Whistler Transfer Station accepts trees year-round for a fee, except on Thursday, January 1. Thank you for disposing of your Christmas tree responsibly. 

2026 co-ed adult sports nights

We have something for everyone, from basketball and soccer to volleyball, pickleball, and badminton. Register ahead of time, on your own or bring some friends for a fun night in a social atmosphere. View the schedule (PDF) and register now. 

NOTIFICATIONS 

New hourly parking rate for municipal parking lots and metered street parking will go into effect on Monday, January 19 

Click the link for more information about parking fee rate changes for street, parks, library and the Whistler Conference Centre. This rate change does not include Day Lots 1 to 5. 

Fake QR codes found in parking lots 

Fraudulent QR codes imitating the official PayByPhone payment signs were discovered on pay parking terminals and signs in the Whistler Day Lots 1 through 5 (in the main Village Centre) and Main Street municipal parking areas, and the Marketplace private lot off Lorimer Road. Municipal parking in Whistler does not use QR codes for payment. Click the link to learn more.  

Water quality improvements for South Whistler now scheduled for January 2026 

To meet Health Canada’s updated guidelines and help protect your pipes, fittings and fixtures, we will be adjusting the pH levels in South Whistler’s water system. If you’re a business that relies on water, now’s the time to prepare for the pH change. Click the link for more information. 

GETTING AROUND  

Whistler Transit

For Whistler Transit System bus times, visit the BC Transit website.  

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. 

CONSTRUCTION 

RCMP renovation underway 

Please expect reduced parking at Municipal Hall, and increased construction activity, noise and traffic throughout this period. Construction is scheduled until April, 2026.