Holiday Events & Activities Guide December 22, 2017 - January 7, 2018
a taste of wellness. Welcome to the Festive Season This holiday season, we invite you to delight in the array of festive activities, events and entertainment that we have to offer. This pamphlet will guide you through the festive schedule of events, with something for every member of your family to enjoy. If there is anything else we can do to make your stay more comfortable, our Service Express team is available to provide prompt, courteous attention with just the touch of a button. Stay Well, Tony Cary-Barnard GENERAL MANAGER THE WESTIN RESORT & SPA, WHISTLER PHOTO: MIKE CRANE / TOURISM WHISTLER 2 3
Feast Well at Westin GRILL & VINE 7:00am - 11:30am and 5:00pm - 10:00pm Featuring fresh, locally-sourced ingredients paired with carefully-selected regional and international wines. Experience truly West Coast dining at this modern interpretation of the classic grill. GRAB & GO 6:00am - 9:00pm For those on the move and ready for adventure, the Grab & Go features a range of hot and cold beverages, sandwiches and snacks, freshly baked in house. FIREROCK LOUNGE 11:00am - 1:00am Settle in with an après ski cocktail at FireRock Lounge. Stop by for a drink, catch a sporting event or just simply nibble on a lite bite from our tapas menu. EMBAR LOBBY LOUNGE 3:00pm - 8:00pm On select afternoons throughout the festive period, The Westin lobby transforms into a pop-up bar & lounge for you to relax with a drink, appies, and a variety of live music performances. See the daily schedule for further details. IN-ROOM DINING 24 hours a day Indulge around the clock with a menu crafted for your lifestyle. Kids Eat Well & Play Well at The Westin On select evenings, the Alpine room on Level 2 transforms into an exciting activity space with buffet dinner, crafts, activities, and a movie for all kids to enjoy. Bookings must be made with the Concierge Team on Level 1 or call 4323 from your guest room phone. ALPINE ROOM - LEVEL 2 DECEMBER 23, 29 & 30: 5:00PM - 9:00PM $55.00 (6 AND UP) $25.00 (5 AND UNDER*) SPECIAL NEW YEAR S DINNER & DANCE DECEMBER 31: 5:00PM - 10:00PM $80.00 (6 AND UP) $40.00 (5 AND UNDER*) *Must be accompanied by a responsible adult. 4 5
SPECIAL EVENTS Afternoon energy boost at the Embar Lounge. CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER December 24, 5:00pm - 10:00pm 4-Course Menu $85.00 per person *Children s menu available upon request. CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCH December 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm Champagne Brunch Buffet $75.00 per adult $35.00 per child CHRISTMAS DINNER December 25, 5:00pm - 10:00pm Dinner Buffet $109.00 per adult $45.00 per child NEW YEAR S EVE DINNER December 31, 5:00pm - 10:00pm 4-Course Menu $139.00 per person *Children s menu available upon request. On select afternoons, come to The Westin lobby pop-up bar and lounge, where you can relax with live music, enjoy delicious appies and sip on seasonal crafted cocktails. Reservations can be made through the Concierge on Level 1, or by dialing 4344 from your guest room. Child costs are based on ages 12 and under. IN THE LOBBY 3:00PM - 8:00PM SEE SCHEDULE FOR FURTHER DETAILS 6 7
Whistler Resort Activities Whistler Olympic Plaza OUTDOOR ICE SKATING Free. Skate rentals: $6.00 Open 7 days a week 11:00am - 1:30pm 2:30pm - 5:00pm 6:00pm - 8:30pm Whistler Olympic Plaza Stroll FAMILY APRES Free. Mondays & Wednesdays 3:00pm - 6:00pm *Excluding December 25 Whistler Conferene Centre WHISTLER HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE Free. Open 7 days a week 10:00am - 6:00pm *Experience will be closed December 25, 31 and will open at 12 PM on January 1. Skier s Plaza (Base of Whistler Mountain) FIRE & ICE SHOW Free. Every Sunday 6:30pm *Special New Year s Eve show at 11:30pm on December 31 PHOTO: MIKE CRANE / TOURISM WHISTLER Meet with our Concierge team to find out more details and what else is going on in Whistler Village. Dial 4323 from your guest room phone. 8 9
Daily Activities at The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler Hot Chocolate & Marshmallow Roasting ALL DAY Outdoor Plaza TAKE PHOTOS ON SANTA S SLEIGH Courtesy of Blackcomb Sleighrides. Horse drawn sleigh rides can booked through The Westin Concierge. Nothing beats a nice hot cup of cocoa after a day on the mountain. Roast some marshmallows to add a luscious touch. 8:00AM - 5:00PM CRAFTING: FATHOM STONE ART GALLERY CLASSES 1 Must be pre-booked in the Gallery, located on Level 1 7:00AM - 10:00PM FAMILY CHILL ZONE AGES 5+ Level 2 9:00AM - 5:00PM SCAVENGER HUNT AGES 5+ Concierge Come by on Christmas Eve and make some decadent S Mores! ON THE PLAZA DAILY 3:30PM - 5:00PM 12:00PM - 10:00PM FUN LOUNGE & PLAY PLACE AGES 5+ 4 3:30PM - 5:00PM HOT CHOCOLATE AND MARSHMALLOW ROASTING 5 Outdoor Plaza DAILY FAMILY CRAFTING 5 See details within Holiday Events & Activity Schedule 5:30PM - 6:30PM YOGA 3 Nordic Must register a minimum of 3 hours before session at the Concierge. FAMILY FLICKS 2 TEEN FLICKS 2 1 Crafting: Fathom Stone not available December 22, December 24 & December 25. 2 See schedule for further details. 3 Yoga not available December 22, December 25 & January 1. 4 Fun Lounge & Play Place not available December 24 & December 25. Closing at 6PM on December 23. 5 Daily Family Crafting not available December 24, December 25, December 31 & January 7. 6 Hot Chocolate/Marshmallow Roasting not available December 25, December 31 & January 7. 10 11
Holiday Events & Activity Schedule Grab a snack before the movie starts FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22 8:00AM - 4:00PM LETTERS TO SANTA Have you been naughty or nice? Santa will write back and the elves will deliver by 11am tomorrow! 3:00PM - 5:00PM ARRIVAL EXPERIENCE & APPIES AT THE EMBAR LOBBY LOUNGE Live music from 5:00pm - 6:00pm. Lounge open until 8:00pm. Refreshments and snacks are available to purchase at the Grab & Go on Level 1, perfect for nibbling on when the lights go down. OPEN DAILY 6:00AM - 9:00PM CRAFTING: GINGERBREAD HOUSES Additional houses can be purchased for $5.00 FAMILY FLICKS: ELF PG TEEN FLICKS: FOUR CHRISTMASES PG-13 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23 8:00AM - 4:00PM LETTERS TO SANTA Have you been naughty or nice? Santa will write back and the elves will deliver by 11am tomorrow! 8:00AM - 4:00PM 12:00PM - 6:00PM Level 1 LETTERS TO SANTA Have you been naughty or nice? Santa will write back and the elves will deliver by 11am tomorrow! WINTER MARKET 1:00PM - 3:00PM CRAFTING: PAINTING AGES 12+ Glacier Bookings via Eventbrite.ca. Cash bar available (Alcoholic beverage for 19+ only). 3:00PM - 5:00PM ARRIVAL EXPERIENCE & APPIES AT THE EMBAR LOBBY LOUNGE Live music from 5:00pm - 6:00pm. Lounge open until 8:00pm. CRAFTING: STOCKING MAKING 12:00PM - 6:00PM Level 1 3:00PM - 5:00PM 5:00PM - 8:00PM 5:00PM - 10:00PM Grill & Vine WINTER MARKET ARRIVAL EXPERIENCE & HOT CHOCOLATE AT THE EMBAR LOBBY LOUNGE PHOTOS WITH SANTA Annual Christmas Eve Carol 6:30pm - 7:30pm CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER 10:30PM - 12:00AM CAROLING Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church Midnight Mass 5:00PM - 9:00PM SANTA S LITTLE HELPER S DINNER & FUN NIGHT Bookings must be made with The Westin Concierge. See Page 5 for further details. FAMILY FLICKS: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS PG TEEN FLICKS: ELF PG See the Daily Activities on Page 10 for more events happening in the hotel 12 13
MONDAY, DECEMBER 25 Merry Christmas! 10:00AM - 11:00AM CAROLING Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church Day Service 11:00AM - 1:00PM Grill & Vine 5:00PM - 10:00PM Grill & Vine CHRISTMAS BRUNCH CHRISTMAS DINNER BUFFET TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26 1:00PM - 3:30PM CRAFTING: FELTING WORKSHOP AGES 12+ Bookings via Eventbrite.ca. Cash bar available (Alcoholic beverage for 19+ only). 12:00PM - 6:00PM Level 1 WINTER MARKET CRAFTING: GINGERBREAD HOUSES Additional houses can be purchased for $5.00 5:00PM - 8:00PM EMBAR LOBBY LOUNGE FAMILY FLICKS: CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY PG TEEN FLICKS: E.T. PG WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 27 3:00PM - 5:00PM ARRIVAL EXPERIENCE & APPIES AT THE EMBAR LOBBY LOUNGE Live music from 5:00pm - 6:00pm. Lounge open until 8:00pm. CRAFTING: COOKIE DECORATING FAMILY FLICKS: MATILDA PG TEEN FLICKS: MEAN GIRLS PG-13 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28 1:00PM - 3:00PM CRAFTING: PAINTING AGES 12+ Bookings via Eventbrite.ca. Cash bar available (Alcoholic beverage for 19+ only). 5:00PM - 8:00PM EMBAR LOBBY LOUNGE Live music from 5:00pm - 6:00pm FAMILY FLICKS: DADDY DAY CARE PG TEEN FLICKS: 17 AGAIN PG-13 See the Daily Activities on Page 10 for more events happening in the hotel 14 PHOTO: MIKE CRANE / TOURISM WHISTLER 15
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29 CRAFTING: FESTIVE LANTERNS 5:00PM - 8:00PM EMBAR LOBBY LOUNGE 5:00PM - 9:00PM LITTLE CUB S FEAST & FUN NIGHT Bookings must be made with The Westin Concierge. See Page 5 for further details. FAMILY FLICKS: AIR BUD: GOLDEN RECIEVER G 12:00PM - 6:00PM Level 1 5:00PM - 10:00PM 5:00PM - 10:00PM Grill & Vine 11:30PM - 12:00AM Skier s Plaza WINTER MARKET LITTLE CUB S NYE FEAST & FUN NIGHT Bookings must be made with The Westin Concierge See Page 5 for further details. NEW YEARS EVE DINNER FAMILY FLICKS: NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM PG SPECIAL NEW YEAR S EVE FIRE & ICE SHOW TEEN FLICKS: ACE VENTURA: PET DETECTIVE PG-13 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 30 12:00PM - 6:00PM Level 1 5:00PM - 8:00PM 5:00PM - 9:00PM WINTER MARKET EMBAR LOBBY LOUNGE CRAFTING: NEW YEARS CROWNS & HATS LITTLE CUB S FEAST & FUN NIGHT Bookings must be made with The Westin Concierge. See Page 5 for further details. FAMILY FLICKS: 101 DALMATIONS G TEEN FLICKS: ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY PG-13 See the Daily Activities on Page 10 for more events happening in the hotel 16 PHOTO: MIKE CRANE / TOURISM WHISTLER 17
New Years starts with The Westin! MONDAY, JANUARY 1 Happy New Year! Begin your 2018 rejuvenated, and embrace wellness with The Westin. CRAFTING: CHESTNUT CRITTERS FAMILY FLICKS: SOUL SURFER PG TEEN FLICKS: YEAR ONE PG-13 With fresh local produce, start your day right with nutritious and healthy options at the Grill & Vine restaurant on Level 1. The Avello Spa on Level 2 offers a range of spa treatments that will make you feel refreshed and renewed. Take a swim in our heated pools, or go for a run in our Fitness Studio on Level 2, and enjoy New Balance lending gear for only $5! TUESDAY, JANUARY 2 1:00PM - 3:00PM CRAFTING: CARD MAKING AGES 12+ Bookings via Eventbrite.ca. Cash bar available (Alcoholic beverage for 19+ only). CRAFTING: COOKIE DECORATING FAMILY FLICKS: KUNG FU PANDA PG This is Whistler! Go for an adventure on the mountain, or explore the sights and activity going on in Whistler Village. Rest in comfort and feel energised after a quality night of sleep in your Heavenly Bed. The Busines Centre on Level C is the perfect retreat for organising your travel itinerary before departing Whistler. TEEN FLICKS: PITCH PERFECT PG-13 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3 3:00PM - 5:00PM ARRIVAL EXPERIENCE & APPIES AT THE EMBAR LOBBY LOUNGE Live music from 5:00pm - 6:00pm. Lounge open until 8:00pm. CRAFTING: WIND CHIMES FAMILY FLICKS: THE PARENT TRAP PG TEEN FLICKS: FERRIS BUELLER S DAY OFF PG-13 See the Daily Activities on Page 10 for more events happening in the hotel 18 19
THURSDAY, JANUARY 4 The Westin Winter Carnival Day 1:00PM - 3:00PM CRAFTING: PAINTING AGES 12+ Bookings via Eventbrite.ca. Cash bar available (Alcoholic beverage for 19+ only). 3:30PM - 5:30PM Outdoor Plaza 5:00PM - 8:00PM THE WESTIN WINTER CARNIVAL Enjoy a fun family afternoon with crafts, games, live entertainment, snacks & activities! EMBAR LOBBY LOUNGE Live music from 5:00pm - 6:00pm FAMILY FLICKS: MOANA PG Celebrate winter with your family! The Westin is excited to bring back our exclusive Winter Carnival for all to enjoy! Play and eat well with a range of free games, activities, and live entertainment. Stay warm and cozy with hot chocolate and specialty mini donuts! TEEN FLICKS: THE OTHER GUYS PG-13 ON THE OUTDOOR PLAZA JANUARY 4, 3:30PM - 5:30PM See the Daily Activities on Page 10 for more events happening in the hotel 20 21
FRIDAY, JANUARY 5 CRAFTING: DREAM CATCHERS FAMILY FLICKS: THE JUNGLE BOOK PG TEEN FLICKS: POINT BREAK PG-13 SATURDAY, JANUARY 6 12:00PM - 6:00PM Level 1 WINTER MARKET CRAFTING: COOKIE DECORATING FAMILY FLICKS: ICE AGE: COLLISION COURSE PG TEEN FLICKS: COOL RUNNINGS PG A toast to health & happiness in 2018 SUNDAY, JANUARY 7 FROM ALL ASSOCIATES OF THE WESTIN RESORT & SPA, WHISTLER FAMILY FLICKS: NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM PG TEEN FLICKS: ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY PG-13 See the Daily Activities on Page 10 for more events happening in the hotel 22 23
CONTACT US FROM YOUR GUEST ROOM PHONE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Concierge Dial 4323 concierge@westinwhistler.com Service Express Dial 0 Grill & Vine Dial 4344 Firerock Lounge Dial 4345 In-room Dining Dial 0 Avello Spa Dial 3379 THE WESTIN RESORT & SPA, WHISTLER 4090 Whistler Way Whistler, British Columbia Canada V0N 1B4 +1.604.905.5000 westinwhistler.com