Greetings! 

We have 8,171 reasons for you to come and visit us in 2013.  But first, reminder that today is the last day (Dec. 31st) to take advantage of the Early Bird Pricing - January 1st we go to regular rates.  So book your event tickets now and save!  We do encourage you to book early to get the best offers, locations and room selection.  Doing a quick search today we saw midweek room only rates starting at $150/night and weekend room only rates starting at $199.  So what are you waiting for... call 1.866.787.1966 or visit online today!

Reminder:  Dec. 31st 11:59PM PST is the last time to take advantage of the Early Bird Pricing for this year's WinterPRIDE Festival Pricing.  Order your tickets now and save!

Sunday - Welcome Party

Monday - Mix & Mingle Party

Tuesday - DJ Byron James & special performance by the Timberline Dance Society and Mr. Gay Canada delegates kick up their heals at the Cowboy/girl party

Wednesday - DJ Drew brings his magic as he tips his hat at the Mad Hatters' Party

Thursday - Celebrity judges, Charlie David and RuPaul's All Star - Chad Michaels deliberate on who will be the next Mr. Gay Canada at the MGC Grand Finale & Fashion show.  OUTtv presents a special performance by Cher (aka: Chad Michaels) during the fashion show.  Other surprise guests to be announced!  Later, DJ Adam Dreaddy gets soaking wet with the Cutting Edges Hockey Club at the Monsoon Pool Party.

Friday - The GuySpy Apres Ski series heats up with UK's DJ Tim Jones and special guest appearance by Canadian bad boy - Brent Everett, later three power parties to get your groove on:  Celebrities Snowstorm with DJ Matilda Ho; Furrocious with Toronto's DJ Dwayne Minard; and for the ladies - the Vancouver Dyke March co-present Purrlesque with DJ Lisa Deluxe and special guest performances by Lola Frost & April O'Peel.

Saturday - We are so excited to welcome back  Vancouver's own DJ Nick Bertossi, special performance by Destineak and the incredible Producer/DJ Paul Goodyear headlining Snowball 21!  skiOUT!'s WinterPRIDE WHOOSSH returns this year with DJ Smoothie and special guest performance by Willie Taylor.  For the Women - the Vancouver Dyke March co-present WOW! - Women of WinterPRIDE with DJ SHE and DJ Kassey Riot.

Sunday - In Vancouver, promotional partner - Big Roger Events keeps the long weekend rolling with XoXo the official after party for WinterPRIDE with DJ Rafael and goovin' into the wee hours of the morning at the Gorgomish is DJ Phil B and Adam Dreaddy.

For more information on the performers visit the Entertainment section on GayWhistler.com and for a complete listing of all the activities and events during the festival visit the Events page.
 

Chic, Sexy, Contemporary - Pride House 2013

With over 18+ feet of snow this season in Whistler and all 8,171 acres open, combined with excellent location to the lifts and conference centre - the 2013 Host hotel - Aava Whistler is ready to make your 2013 vacation the best it can be.  Some of the out of town ski clubs like Toronto, are calling the Aava home for the week so we can expect the outdoor hot tubs and PRIDEhouse will be very natural gathering points for many of the festival guests this year!

Reminder: The Aava has a 5 Night 4 Day Ski Package starting at just $149/person/night - based on double occupancy in a Deluxe King, Subject to applicable taxes, restrictions may apply.  Call 1.866.787.1966 or visit online

SOY Kick Off

Take advantage of Vancouver's Dine Out and arrive early before hitting Whistler

Looking to give back to your community? Volunteer!

Become a WinterPRIDE Ambassador and meet fabulous people from all over the world.  We are looking for a help with welcome hosts, decor set up / tear down, office staff, social media contributors, photographers, survey staff, and more.  (Volunteer Ski Guide Program is currently full, wait list is being accepted)

Visit the Volunteer section on GayWhistler.com today! or email volunteers@gaywhistler.com   WinterPRIDE is Feb. 3-10, 2013