The iF3 Whistler Film Festival is bringing the best of ski and snowboard filmmaking to the screen October 21–24, 2026 Before the first big powder day, before the lifts start spinning for another season, and before Whistler settles into its familiar winter rhythm, there's a moment when the mountain community starts looking ahead. The films begin arriving. Skiers and snowboarders reconnect. Stories from the mountains come to life on the big screen. And the anticipation for win

There is always something happening in Whistler, but every so often a new event arrives that feels particularly well suited to the character of the mountains. This fall, that event is the inaugural Whistler Outdoor Festival, taking place October 9–11, 2026, over Thanksgiving weekend. The three-day celebration brings together adventure films, outdoor experiences, inspiring speakers, workshops, athletes and mountain culture in the heart of Whistler Village.

For couples, families and travellers looking for a more relaxed mountain escape, Whistler in October offers an unusual combination of outdoor adventure, autumn scenery, wellness, dining, arts and culture. And while October sits between Whistler's traditional summer and winter seasons, that is precisely what makes it interesting. Here is how to make the most of an October visit to Whistler in 2026.