Whistler Children's Festival Returns for Its 42nd Year: A Weekend of Family Magic
Experience Whistler Children’s Festival, May 16–18! Enjoy workshops, live shows, and family fun at Olympic Plaza and across Whistler Village.
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✍️ By Karalee Greer | WBN News – Sea to Sky | May 2, 2025
Whistler's longest-running festival, the Whistler Children's Festival, is set to return for its 42nd year, promising a weekend filled with creativity, adventure, and family fun. Taking place from May 16 to 18, 2025, the festival will transform Whistler Village into a vibrant playground for children and families alike.
🎉 Festival Highlights
- Festival Street Party: Kick off the festivities on Friday, May 16, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Maury Young Arts Centre. Enjoy sidewalk chalk art, music, face painting, bubbles, and more. whistlerchildrensfestival.com
- Live Performances: Experience a lineup of internationally acclaimed children's performers, including Juno Award-winning Norman Foote, The Myrtle Sisters, and The Rising Circus: Candyland. whistlerchildrensfestival.com
- Interactive Workshops: Participate in 11 creative workshops ranging from puppet making and marimba sessions to songwriting and dance. whistlerchildrensfestival.com
- Free Activities: Enjoy daily free activities such as Bollywood dance performances, kids' karaoke, face painting, drumming sessions, and more throughout the Village Stroll and Whistler Olympic Plaza. whistlerchildrensfestival.com
📍 Festival Locations
The festival's events and activities will be spread across various venues in Whistler Village, including:
- Maury Young Arts Centre
- Whistler Olympic Plaza
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These locations will host a variety of performances, workshops, and interactive experiences designed to ignite the imaginations of children and provide fun for the whole family.
🎟️ Tickets and Information
While many activities are free, some workshops and performances require tickets. For a complete schedule of events, ticket information, and more details, visit the official Whistler Children's Festival website.
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