Not sure how to spend your August in Whistler? Check our list of 5 fun ways to spend your days in Whistler this month. August is here and it feels like summer is passing by quicker than it came! Before long the days will start to become a little shorter, the air a little colder, and the trees will slowly start to turn a shade of amber. But if the thought of saying goodbye to summer is a tough one, don’t worry. We have put together a list of how to spend your august in Whistler, so you can make the most of Summer before it is gone!
Patio Season in Whistler
What better way to make the most of the warm weather than by spending it outdoors. Summer is patio season in Whistler and there are several spots to have great food, local drinks and dine in the sunshine. Cure Lounge and Patio, right here at Nita Lake Lodge, is the perfect spot to experience dining in Whistler. With a wide selection of great food, local beers and cocktails, you can catch the breeze off the water as you watch the sun set.
View the Menus and more on the Nita Lake Lodge menu, here.
Biking
Home to the famous Whistler Mountain Bike Park, Whistler transforms into a mountain bikers paradise when it’s not covered in snow. From the endless trails and downhill routes that tangle through the entire mountain, to the easy going valley trail , there’s something for every level of biker to play their part in one of the greatest biking communities in the world.
So, how do you fully immerse yourself in the biking world this August? Check out the famous Crankworx festival! Born in Whistler in 2004, Crankworx evolved into a multi-stop international festival series. Crankworx bringing together the best mountain bike athletes to compete in elite-level competitions in a variety of disciplines. The event is filled with excitement, events, and celebrations of Whistlers iconic mountain bike culture.
Whistler Summer Concert Series
If you’re into live music, then August is the time for you in Whistler! Located at the Olympic Plaza in Whistler Village, The Summer Concert Series is the perfect place to pitch up a picnic on the great lawn or get up and dance to live DJ sets. Headlining performers begin at 7:30 pm, and there’s even a free bike Valet available!
Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre’s Ancient Medicine Exhibition
Are you interested in Indigenous history and culture? Or, do you want to learn more about natural medicines and the impacts today’s food has on our health? Check out the new Ancient Medicine Exhibition at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre.
In the exhibition you can learn about the rich history of medicinal plants, as well how they are used today to managing chronic illnesses.
This August, reconnect with traditional health and wellness practices at the new Ancient Medicine exhibition and learn what makes this land so special.
Find out more information and booking details on the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre website, here.
Put Yourself First
It’s easy to be caught up in the hustle and bustle of Whistler. It’s fast paced, action-packed atmosphere can at times overlook the possibilities to completely slow down and relax. If some self care is something you’re seeking, then the mountains are the place to be.
Enjoy a Summer Spa Day
The Spa at Nita Lake Lodge is your ticket to relaxation this August. With our extensive range of luxury products and treatments there is something for everyone, from skin care to massages. Try the exclusive Nita Signature Treatment, a unique and original treatment. Begin with a body scrub to smooth, exfoliate, soften, and hydrate your skin, followed by a soothing, mud wrap to further the detoxification and nourish your skin. The signature treatment ends with a full body massage personalized to your needs and will leave you with the calmness you hoped for.
When your treatment ends, your relaxation has just begun. Take to the rooftop hot tub deck and read a book on the comfortable outdoor furniture. The umbrella shades will keep you cool as you take in the views of the Whistler Mountain alpine.
Guests of Nita Lake Lodge get an exclusive and limited time offer of 10% off at The Spa at Nita Lake Lodge now until August 31st! View the Spa menu and book your next treatment on the Spa at Nita Lake Lodge website, here.
And there you have it, just the tip of the iceberg for ideas of how to spend your August in Whistler.
It’s not too late to have the summer you hoped for. With an endless range of activities and events this August, take advantage of the last bit of summer. Plus, BC Residents save minimum 15% off last minute summer getaways! Click here to book your stay and save today!
We would like to acknowledge that we live, work, and play on the shared, traditional territories of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation and Lil̓wat7úl (Lil’wat) Nation.
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