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Whistler Children’s Festival 2026
Event Overview
Experience one of British Columbia’s most beloved family festivals at the Whistler Children’s Festival 2026. Returning for its 43rd year over the Victoria Day long weekend, this multi-day celebration transforms Whistler into a playful world of creativity, imagination, music, theatre, science, and family entertainment.
The festival features live performances, interactive workshops, roving entertainers, magic shows, circus arts, storytelling, dance parties, science demonstrations, and hands-on creative activities for children of all ages.
Hosted at the Maury Young Arts Centre and Whistler Olympic Plaza, the festival combines ticketed performances with free outdoor family activities throughout the weekend.
Dates
May 15 – May 17, 2026
Main Locations
📍 Maury Young Arts Centre
4335 Blackcomb Way
Whistler, BC
📍 Whistler Olympic Plaza
Whistler Village
Admission
The festival includes both:
- Free outdoor activities
- Ticketed performances and workshops
Advance booking is recommended for workshops and theatre performances.
Festival Highlights
Live Performances
The 2026 lineup features:
- Yuki The Juggler
- Orbax and Pepper Do Science
- The Comedy Magic of Rod Boss
- Powwow Mash-Up!
- Glamily: Dance & Dress-Up Party
- Penny Pompom and Fae the Garden Fairy Musical Singalong
- Laugh Out LIVE! Jr: The Joke Jamboree
Interactive Workshops
Children can participate in:
- Comedy magic workshops
- Rocket science workshops
- Watercolour art classes
- Improv acting sessions
- Clowning workshops
- Creative movement workshops
- Kendama workshops
- Stiltwalking and juggling classes
- Object balancing workshops
Free Family Activities
Enjoy free entertainment and activities throughout the festival including:
- Street performers
- Kids karaoke
- Stories on Wheels
- Sidewalk chalk art
- Music and bubbles
- Bratz Biz Youth Market featuring young local entrepreneurs
Festival Schedule Highlights
Friday, May 15, 2026
Whistler Children’s Festival Street Party
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Celebrate the festival opening with:
- Sidewalk chalk activities
- Music and bubbles
- Family entertainment
- Festival information and activities
Pyjama & Popcorn Movie Night
Family screening of Zootopia 2.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Featured Performances
- Orbax and Pepper Do Science
- Penny Pompom and Fae the Garden Fairy Musical Singalong
- Laugh Out LIVE! Jr
- The Comedy Magic of Rod Boss
Workshops
- Songs and Rattle Workshop
- Improv Acting Workshops
- Comedy Magic Workshop
- Stiltwalking & Juggling
- Rocket Science Workshop
- Clowning Workshop
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Featured Performances
- Orbax and Pepper Do Science
- Yuki The Juggler
- Glamily Dance & Dress-Up Party
- Powwow Mash-Up!
Workshops
- Watercolours Workshop
- Creative Movement Workshop
- Martian Landing Workshop
- Kendama Workshop
- Circus skills workshops
Why You Should Attend
The Whistler Children’s Festival is one of BC’s top family-friendly events, offering an unforgettable weekend filled with creativity, laughter, education, and interactive entertainment in the heart of Whistler Village.
Perfect for families visiting during the Victoria Day long weekend.
