Whistler Blackcomb says its 2026/27 season is set to open Friday, Nov. 20, with new on-mountain lifts, expanded dining and a calendar of winter events including Fire & Ice on Jan. 3.
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Whistler Blackcomb says it is preparing for the 2026/27 winter season with a target opening date of Friday, Nov. 20.
One of the biggest upgrades is the new Showcase Chair on Blackcomb Mountain, replacing an existing T-bar. The fixed-grip quad chairlift is described as providing easier access to the Showcase and Blackcomb Glacier areas, with improved trail connections and skier flow.
The resort says it is also introducing new culinary offerings inspired by flavours of the Sea-to-Sky region. At Christine’s on Blackcomb, the new On The Rocks alpine outdoor bar will offer handcrafted cocktails and champagne alongside fire pits and mountain views. At Steeps Grill & Wine Bar, guests are invited to a new Caviar and Champagne service and a refreshed Pacific Northwest-inspired menu celebrating regional flavours.
Whistler Blackcomb also says Pika’s is receiving a refreshed look, a new coffee bar and an elevated quick-service menu. The resort highlights that Chic Pea cinnamon buns and Crystal Hut waffles remain available.
The resort adds that even ski-day staples such as burgers, pizza, chili and mac and cheese will feature higher-quality ingredients, refined preparation and improved presentation.
On the events side, Whistler Blackcomb says the season kicks off with a family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration in Skiers Plaza featuring an all-ages dance party, an early countdown and fireworks. It also says guests can catch the Luminosity Parade along the Village Stroll throughout the day.
The Fire & Ice Show is set to return to Skier’s Plaza on Jan. 3, with family-friendly ski and snowboard performances, live entertainment and cultural storytelling.
Music events on the calendar include John Summit’s Experts Only Ski Weekender at Whistler Blackcomb on March 20 and 21, 2027, following a sold-out debut in Whistler last March.
Whistler Blackcomb says it will also feature returning favourites such as Santa Day, Never Ever Days, Corona DJ Sessions and the Peak to Valley Race, along with freeride competitions and live music throughout the season.
The resort says it has more than 8,000 acres of skiable terrain, more than 200 runs and two mountains connected by the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. It also highlights its seven Wonder Routes, including Top of the World, Super Blues, the Après Route and Gold Medal Route, as well as Dawn Patrol for early-morning first tracks.
For the pass offerings, Whistler Blackcomb says Epic Passes are available at their best current price through Nov. 15, with passes going off sale in early December. It also says the Whistler Blackcomb Day Pass offers one to 10 flexible days, with rates starting at $101 CAD per day (compared with $160 CAD for a single-day pass). Canadian and Washington state residents are told they can also use EDGE Cards, with skiing and riding starting at $93 CAD per day.
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