Pique Listings: April 4 to 10

Alpenglow Après

As the sun casts its final golden hues across Whistler’s peaks, the Mallard Lounge Patio transforms into the heart of Alpenglow Après. This limited-time event invites you to revel in an elevated après-ski experience. Live DJ tunes fill the sun-soaked patio, while fireside warmth and shareable culinary delights create a vibrant atmosphere in the Upper Village. Sip Kettle One cocktails, including signature tap espresso martini, and let the magic of Alpenglow illuminate your evening.

April 4-5, 3 to 6 p.m.

Mallard Lounge 

Prices vary

Alta Lake Bird Walk

Join the Whistler Naturalists on the first Saturday of the month for a walk to Rainbow Park. Open to anyone interested in learning about birds and contributing as a citizen scientist. Connect with experienced birders who are happy to share their knowledge.

April 5, 8 a.m.

Bottom of Lorimer Road

Seppo's Live Music

Every Saturday throughout the season, enjoy Corona Live Music Sessions at Seppo's Bar with exclusive Corona specials!

April 5, 1 to 3 p.m.

Roundhouse Lodge

World Ski & Snowboard Festival Kickoff

Start the World Ski & Snowboard Festival (WSSF) with an epic night out, all in support of the Chill Foundation. Join the celebration, connect with snowboarding icons Mark Sollors and Mikey Cicarelli, and help make a difference. $1 from every Gibbons Bev Co. product sold goes directly to the Foundation, inspiring young people through boardsports.

April 6, 7 p.m.

Longhorn Saloon & Grill

Quartetto Gelato

Quartetto Gelato delights and amuses with their virtuosic showpieces including romantic ballads, blazing Romani, Klezmer, tango and classical masterworks on accordion, violin, cello and oboe! This dazzling and acclaimed classical quartet has performed for sold-out performances around the world.

April 6, 5 p.m.

Maury Young Arts Centre

Tickets start at $22

WSSF presents Coffee + Creatives

A World Ski & Snowboard event, this live speaker series aims to bring together the creative community to learn, be inspired and make new connections. Different topics are presented at each event and feature Blake Jorgenson on the Psychology of Success, Darren Rayner with Storytelling in Motion and a Behind the Lens Panel Discussion with the Pro Photographer Showdown contestants. Free to attend and everyone is welcome.

April 7-9, 9 a.m. to noon

Whistler Conference Centre

72-Hour Filmmaker Showdown

Part of the World Ski & Snowboard Festival, this captivating competition challenges teams to shoot, edit and produce a 3 to 5 minute short film within an intense 72-hour timeframe. No need for big budgets or exotic locations – here is your chance to see creativity shine within 100 km of Whistler.

April 7, 8 p.m.

Whistler Conference Centre

Tickets start at $30

Pro Photographer Showdown

Part of the World Ski & Snowboard Festival, this event is a breathtaking tribute to the art of action sports photography, uniting some of the world’s most talented photographers to share their favourite images that capture the essence of sport, culture, and the human spirit.

April 8, 8 p.m.

Whistler Conference Centre

Tickets start at $30

Trivia Tuesdays

Question Everything Trivia in The Living Room is hosted by Ronald! First come, first serve so get in early as there are prizes to be won and you don't want to miss out on a seat. Enjoy the Daily Deal feature of a half bottle of wine and any flatbread.

April 8, 7 p.m.

Pangea Pod Hotel Living Room

$34.90

Whistler Meditates with Susan Reifer

Experience traditional and evidence-based mindfulness techniques you can apply to everyday life. Strengthen skills to manage stress, deepen self-awareness, cultivate compassion and more deftly navigate your thoughts, feelings, experiences and circumstances. Enjoy a welcoming, inclusive space where both beginners and seasoned practitioners come together and grow.

April 9, 7 p.m.

Whistler Public Library

Blackcomb Dawn Patrol

Dawn Patrol is a free, biweekly morning ski tour organized by Mt. Waddington Outdoors, your local backcountry gear store. Held every other Wednesday throughout the winter months, it’s perfect for ski tourers and split boarders looking to meet new touring partners, squeeze in some early-morning fitness, and make new friends. Start your day with fresh mountain air, good company, and a morning well spent!

April 9, 7 a.m.

Base of Blackcomb Mountain

Intersection

Part of the World Ski & Snowboard Festival, Intersection pushes crews of artistic snow sports visionaries to their limits as they aim to create a masterpiece that truly captures the beauty of ski and snowboard culture. Five invited crews, and one Wild Card selection, have a four-week window to shoot, edit and submit a five to seven-minute winter action sports film.

April 9, 8 p.m.

Whistler Conference Centre

Sold out

Yoga at the Audain

Revel in the stunning architecture of the Audain Art Museum every Thursday as you work through a calming one-hour practice with rotating instructors. Classes emphasize breathing, alignment and ease as you stretch and strengthen your body and mind.

April 10, 9:30 a.m.

Audain Art Museum

$5 for members, $22 general admission