Whistler Children's Festival

Whistler's biggest family festival is back May 15–17. Grab your tickets before they sell out!

April 24, 2026

Sponsored by Tourism Whistler

The Whistler Children’s Festival is
Back and It’s Worth the Drive

43 years of family magic returns to the mountains.
One weekend. Unforgettable memories.

May 15-17, 2026, Whistler, BC

If your May long weekend is still wide open, we have the answer. The Whistler Children's Festival returns May 15–17 for its 43rd year and this year's lineup is one of the best yet. Pack the kids, head two hours up the Sea to Sky, and get ready for a weekend your family will be talking about all summer.

New this year: a Friday night pajama movie screening Zootopia 2 to kick things off, a Bratz Biz youth artisan market where local kid creators sell their own handmade goods, and more free activations and craft stations across the festival grounds than ever before.

A LITTLE TASTE OF THE LINEUP

Yuki the Juggler
Award-winning Japanese Canadian circus performer bringing serious skill and playful energy to the stage.

Orbax and Pepper
Weird, wonderful mad science live on stage. Kids will walk away convinced science is the coolest thing ever.

Glamerly
A joyful gender-creative dress-up party that encourages kids to express themselves freely and fearlessly.

Powwow Mash-UP
A vibrant celebration of Indigenous culture through Powwow and hoop dance. The kind of show that sticks with kids.

The festival is fully stroller and wheelchair accessible, with a designated quiet space for neurodivergent kids. Ticketed workshops and performances sell out in advance, so grab your tickets sooner rather than later.

And while you're up there, make a full weekend of it. Whistler in May means longer days, mountain trails, biking, ziplining, golf, and so much more waiting right outside the festival grounds.

BONUS OFFER

Stay 3+ nights and get a FREE Activity Voucher
Use it toward hiking, biking, ziplining, golf, rafting and more!

We put the full planning guide together so you don’t have to do the research. Lineup, logistics, age recommendations, and everything you need to make it a great trip.

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW

Don’t miss a fun family event in Whistler

Before you book — a few things to know

  • Ticketed workshops and performances sell out ahead of time. Book early.

  • Each show has recommended age ranges. Check them before finalizing your picks.

  • Recommended for kids ages 4 to 10, though honestly the whole family wins here.