SUMMER IN THE ALPINE RETURNS TO WHISTLER BLACKCOMB 

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Photo: Matt Sylvestre

Summer at Whistler Blackcomb is when the alpine truly shows off – from endless hiking and sightseeing to world‑class mountain biking, wellness experiences, family adventures, and unforgettable events. Whether you’re visiting for a day, a weekend, or the entire season, here’s everything you need to know to plan your perfect mountain summer. 

Summer Alpine Experience: Sightseeing Starts Here 

At the heart of summer is the Summer Alpine Experience (SAE) – your all‑access pass to Whistler and Blackcomb’s most iconic alpine attractions. 

What’s included: 

✅ 50+ km of lift‑accessed hiking and trail running 

✅ Sweeping Coast Mountain views, wildflowers, glaciers & lingering snow walls 

✅ The world‑famous PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola 

✅ Access to Top of the World, Cloudraker Skybridge, and Raven’s Eye Lookout 

Key dates to know: 

May 16: Summer Alpine Experience begins via Whistler Village Gondola 

May 16–June 12: PEAK 2 PEAK operates weekends + Victoria Day only 

May 16–18: Blackcomb Gondola open for Victoria Day long weekend (then closes for maintenance) 

June 13: Full summer operations begin, including daily access to Whistler Gondola, Blackcomb Gondola, PEAK 2 PEAK, plus Peak Express and Top of the World (conditions permitting) 

👉 Tip: Purchase a Summer Alpine Experience Pass by June 14 for the best prices – 2026/27 Epic Pass holders unlock incredible summer benefits, too. 

Whistler Mountain Bike Park: The World’s Riding Here 

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North America’s largest bike park returns with another massive season – and trust us, this one’s special. 

Opening dates: 

  • June 13: Garbanzo Zone opens 
  • June 20: Creek Zone opens 
  • Peak Zone / Top of the World: Opening date TBD 

What’s new on the trails: 

🔧 Lower Insomnia fully refurbished with new jumps 

🔀 Another Line adds fresh access into A‑Line 

🌟 Fan‑favourites return: Jam Tart, refurbished Monkey Hands 

🆕 In Creekside: Dark Matter, a new black‑diamond alternative flowing into Insomnia 

Major events: 

🌍 NEW THIS YEAR – 2026 WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Cup (Downhill): September 25–27 
Featuring the world’s best riders, including Canadians Jackson Goldstone, Finn Iles, and Gracey Hemstreet 

🎉 Crankworx Whistler: July 24–August 2 

👉 Pro tip: Buy your Bike Park Season Pass by May 17 for the best price + bonus offers (June 12 is the final best‑price deadline). 

Nourish Wellness Series (June 4–28) 

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Wellness takes center stage during Tourism Whistler’s Nourish Wellness Series, with more than 75 wellness experiences being hosted at Whistler Blackcomb throughout the month of June. over 100 events across movement, mindfulness, food, art, and culture.  

Programming spans yoga and Pilates classes, guided meditations, sound baths, live music, speaker sessions, culinary workshops, stargazing experiences, and more – offering guests immersive wellness moments set high in the alpine. 

On Whistler Mountain 

📍 The Dome at Roundhouse Lodge 

Highlights include:  

  • Ignite Inspired Pilates – June 7 (Tani Hamagishi‑Allen) 
  • Accessibility in Action – June 13 (inclusive adaptive yoga with Emily Kane) 

On Blackcomb Mountain 

📍 The Lookout (new pop‑up venue) 

Highlights include:  

  • Friday Mocktail Social Hour – June 5, 12, 19, 26 
  • A Night Under the Stars – June 12 & 19 (guided stargazing with a local astronomer) 

Bear Viewing Tours (From May 15) 

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Did you know Whistler and Blackcomb are home to 40+ black bears and cubs – one of the most extensively studied bear populations in B.C.? 

✅ Guided wildlife viewing from a safe distance 

✅ Learn about bear behavior, ecology & habitats 

✅ Private group tours available 

It’s an unforgettable way to experience Whistler’s wild side. More info on our Bear Tours can be found here.

Family Adventure Zone (Upper Village) 

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A must‑do for families with young adventurers. 

🗓️ Family Adventure Zone opening dates 

Mini golf: May 15 (weekends), daily from June 12 

Full zone opens: June 14 

🎯 Includes: 

  • Spin Cycle Human Gyroscope 
  • Ropes Course & Rope Zone 
  • Bouncy Castle 
  • Magic Climbing Wall 
  • Water Rollerz 
  • Kiss the Sky Bungee Trampolines 
  • Glitter Tattoos 

Mountain Top Summer Feast (From June 19) 

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Our Mountain Top Summer Feast is a sunset dining experience like no other. 

📍 Roundhouse Lodge, Whistler Mountain 
🗓️ Fridays–Sundays, June 19–September 6 (excluding Aug 9) 

What to expect: 

Mountaintop buffet featuring culinary partners 

Live music + sunset views 

Drinks from the Umbrella Bar 

✅ Kids 6 & under eat free 

✅ 20% discount for EDGE, Season Pass, and Epic Pass holders 

Tickets can be bundled with Bike Park or Summer Alpine Experience access for extra savings. 

Third‑Party Alpine Adventures 

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Add even more adventure with Whistler Blackcomb’s trusted activity partners  

Resort Activations to Watch For 

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All summer long, expect surprise moments and signature experiences, including: 

  • Helly Hansen Scavenger Hunt 
  • Helly Hansen Summit Sleepover 
  • FIFA Watch Parties (Michelob & Don Julio) 
  • Celsius Mountain Top Movement 
  • Gatorade‑sponsored Phat Kidz 

The Bottom Line: From lift‑accessed sightseeing and legendary biking to wellness, wildlife, family fun, and alpine dining — summer at Whistler Blackcomb delivers something for everyone. 

🎟️ Book early. Stay longer. And come experience what summer in the alpine is all about. 

Get Your Passes Now:

Summer Alpine Experience Passes

Bike Park Passes 

2026/27 Epic Passes (gives you access to summer at Whistler Blackcomb)

Photo: Matt Sylvestre