Whistler's annual festivals and events drive many guests to Whistler. Businesses can support these important events by being aware of what is coming up, welcoming guests accordingly and by leveraging the individual opportunities of each event.

Over 2,500 people are expected to participate in the 20th anniversary of WinterPRIDE! Reach out to these guests by securing a table at the Welcome Party, donating door prizes, participating in the Pride March and more.

• Dates: February 5-12, 2012
  
• Number of attendees: +2,500

For information on how Whistler businesses can participate in the WinterPRIDE, view the flatsheet prepared by the festival's organizers. 

Sigge's P’ayakentsut (P’ayak)

The second annual P'ayakentsut returns with traditional loppet races of varying distances (15,30, 50km) for adults and older teens, ski cross event for younger teens and fun ski tournament for kids. Registration for the 2012 event will open soon. Last year the event sold out with over 550 participants. This year we hope to hit 1000 skiers in the loppet and youth events!

• Dates: February 25, 2012
• Confirmed number of attendees: 550 participants plus family and friends
• Primary age group and secondary age group: 6 years to as old as you want!
• Primary location of event: Whistler Olympic Park
  

What can YOU do during this event to leverage your business?

• Become a prize sponsor, with prizes including locally produced products. Please contact Sherryl at This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it
• Provide "Thank You" gifts for volunteers
• Be the finish-line food and refreshments provider. Please contact Sherryl at This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

All prize sponsors, gift provides and food and refreshment providers will be recognized on the following websites: www.payak.ca, Facebook group and at the event.