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
Spring recreation program registration opens March 21 for residents booking online
You can register for spring recreation programs soon! The programs can be viewed online from 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 12. Residents can register online from Saturday, March 21 at 11 a.m. and by phone / in person from Sunday, March 22 at 9 a.m. Anyone who isn’t a Whistler resident can register online from Saturday, March 28 at 11 a.m. and by phone / in person from Sunday, March 29 at 9 a.m. See dates and programs.
The Snow Zone is open
The Snow Zone is still open. Bring your toboggan to Whistler Olympic Plaza until March 29!
Whistler Olympic Plaza washrooms will stay open until 8 p.m.
The Whistler Olympic Plaza washrooms are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. from Friday, March 13.
Whistler Public Library’s spring break activities
Visit the library over spring break for drop-in programs for all ages. The programming runs from Monday, March 16 to Sunday, March 29.
LUNA Whistler programming
Join us at LUNA Whistler for yoga on Mondays, breath work on Tuesday, March 24, a foosball tournament on Tuesday, March 31 and a variety of other events. 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 trail conditions before heading out!
40 Books for 40 Years
Forty years ago, on August 27, 1986, Whistler Public Library opened its doors for the first time. The library team invites you to celebrate the 40th birthday with a reading challenge: 40 Books for 40 Years. Your challenge is to read 40 books this year – any genre, fiction or non-fiction, and physical books, e-books, and audiobooks are welcome. This challenge is designed to spark curiosity, encourage trying new genres, and reconnect with reading. Learn more.
EVENTS
World Ski & Snowboard Festival’s 30-year anniversary is April 6 to 12
The World Ski & Snowboard Festival turns 30 this year. The iconic mountain culture festival brings together snow sports, music, art and film.
NOTIFICATIONS
Attend a virtual public meeting on our Liquid Waste Management Plan on April 1
We are updating our Liquid Waste Management Plan (LWMP) to include the cost and schedule for a planned tertiary filtration upgrade at the Whistler Wastewater Treatment Plant. Attend a virtual public meeting on April 1, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m. to hear a project update and share your feedback. Share questions with projects@whistler.ca.
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.
WILDFIRE FUEL MANAGEMENT
Wildfire fuel management is underway on Alta Lake Road north
We are managing vegetation in partnership with the Cheakamus Community Forest to reduce wildfire risk along the north end of Alta Lake Road. The work is in the area shown on the map as unit 1. This includes the River Runs Through It trail and Rainbow Express trail area, north of the Whistler Cemetery, and the Rainbow Falls and lower Between the Creeks trail areas. Some trails in the area will have temporary closures: please respect all signs and staff for safety reasons because there will be machinery operating and tree falling. Trails will be restored following the work. View our website to learn more.
CONSTRUCTION
Meadow Park rejuvenation work begins on April 7
Fully funded by the Province of B.C. through the Resort Municipality Initiative, this project will replace the Meadow Park playground, splash park and realign the Valley Trail. This project will also transition the ball fields into open greenspace with a fenced off-leash dog area. There will be varying closures within the parks and adjacent parking areas over the spring and summer while our crews complete this exciting project. Meadow Park playground and spray park close for construction from April 7 until November 30. Discover our other great locations to play.
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.