Join us for a laid-back Whistler après celebrating the new MEC Whistler. We're bringing together the local mountain community for an evening of great food, music, mountain stories and meaningful support for Whistler Search & Rescue (WSAR).
Tickets are free, but spots are limited so reserve yours in advance.
When:
Thursday November 19
5pm - 9pm
Where:
4368 Main Street #101, Whistler
What's happening:
- Support Whistler Search and Rescue Society: Fundraising and storytelling from WSAR team reps
- Connect with the community: Get together with Whistler locals, WSAR reps and Spearhead Huts Society
- Win outdoor gear: Raffles and prizes from MEC and more top outdoor brands
- Exclusive MEC swag: Receive a limited-edition MEC Whistler tote bag at the event
- Enjoy the après: Complimentary food, drinks, photo booth and music at Hunter Gather Restaurant
Whistler Search and Rescue Society
Since 1997 the Whistler Search and Rescue Society has been serving the Sea-to-Sky community.
They are a non–profit society with a 35+ member volunteer team comprised of highly trained mountain, rope and avalanche rescue personnel. Whistler SAR is on call 24-hours a day and in a typical year responds to over 90 calls annually, many that last for extended times in very hazardous conditions.
Whistler Grand Opening Event
Don't forget to swing by MEC Whistler store for our Grand Opening Event on November 20 - 22, 2026. Join us for the grand opening of MEC Whistler with a full weekend of community events and experiences, prizes, giveaways and so much more.
When:
November 20-22
Where:
MEC Whistler
What's happening:
Friday, November 20
- First 25 people to arrive get a free MEC swag bag with prizes from MEC Label and more outdoor brands
- Complimentary warm drinks and snacks served in-store all weekend
- Winter gear giveaways for skiers and boarders to prep for the upcoming season
- MEC activations around Whistler village including surprise gear drops, Monty appearances and more
Saturday, November 21 and Sunday, November 22
- First 25 people to arrive each day get a free MEC swag bag with prizes from MEC Label and more outdoor brands
- Complimentary warm drinks and snacks served in-store all weekend
- Rotating local outdoor organizations, gear care, mountain knowledge and gear demos
- Meet MEC: Connect with the Whistler team, explore MEC Label gear and discover upcoming community programming.
- Scratch-to-Win: Get a chance to win assorted MEC gear and prizes, including a $100 MEC gift card
