Blackcomb Peak’s Family Activities Tour Ride the Blackcomb Gondola to the summit and see how Whistler designs and delivers summer programming for families, balancing engagement, scalability, and fun on the mountain. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Upper Village & Blackcomb Peak
POP-UP TALK: Little Legs, Big Adventures
Family programming wins when it connects the dots, with clear wayfinding, bite-sized loops, hands-on stops, and small triumphs kids can collect. Parents need facts (time estimates, stroller notes, shade, bathrooms); kids need fun (“I can lead this route”). Make the journey entertaining: stamps, trail creatures, flip-up facts, and micro-missions that keep little feet moving and active minds engaged. Offer up snack moments that reinforce the story—and leave room for repeatable rituals (“We always ring the summit bell”). Done right, this is high value at low cost, turning first-time families into summer regulars and evangelical loyalists (“We LOVE it there!”).
Peak 2 Peak Gondola Ride Soak in the views and connect with fellow attendees as we cross between Whistler and Blackcomb on one of the world’s most iconic gondola rides.
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Blackcomb Peak to Whistler Peak
Umbrella Bar Refreshments Sponsored by Open Air Design, LLC & Meissl Open-Air Solutions, GmbH Gather for a scenic breather and refreshment at this mountaintop hotspot and see how well-executed food and beverage offerings can elevate the guest experience—and become a destination in their own right.
11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Valley View Deck, Roundhouse Lodge
POP-UP TALK: Summit Flavor
Destination dining isn’t just about a menu; it’s about a moment. Perched in the elements, the Umbrella Bar shows how food and beverage can become a signature attraction—providing a refuge, framing the view, and telling a story of place. Lead with locality (producers, recipes, rituals) and orient the experience around alpine realities: wind, shade, seating, queuing, and quick service that still feels crafted. Think “dayparting” rituals (sunrise cof- fee, late-afternoon spritz), convenient weather pivots, and collaborative partnerships that let the bar act as a cultural host. F&B can be a reason to ride—not just a nice-to-have at the top.
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Glacier View Room, Roundhouse Lodge
Lunch with a View Refuel ahead of a busy afternoon at one of Whistler Mountain’s most scenic spots.
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