Spectating & Sightseeing

Athlete passing spectators during race
Price
Free Access to Public Areas
Availability
April 7 to June 26, 2025
9:00am to 4:00pm (no access outside of these hours)

Explore the Whistler Sliding Centre's history and legacy from the 2010 Olympic Winter Games, learn about the sliding sports and watch our athletes slide. Whether you are visiting in the summer or winter, there is no entrance fee to access the venue, sightsee and watch sliding (except during select major or third-party events). Check below or here for our opening times during different operating seasons and consult our This Week On Track page for the sliding schedule.

Pick up our venue map (available at Guest Services and in our outdoor racks) and check out the self-guided interpretive tour that leads you along the track and the final/inner loop! You will learn about the history and operation of the Whistler Sliding Centre, our sports, programs and athletes. Stand on the podium, see the Olympic rings, take a photo in a bobsleigh and walk around the famous Thunderbird Corner to the finish dock!

The public areas along the track are stroller/wheelchair friendly, however in the winter may be impacted due to weather/snow events.

Year-Round Spectating & Sightseeing

Spring & Summer (Early April to October)

  • Spectating/Sightseeing hours spring/summer 2025: April 7 to June 26, 2025, daily from 9:00am to 4:00pm (no access outside of these hours)
  • From early April to October we do not have ice on track. We run our Summer Bobsleigh program on wheels from late June to late August, and there may be on-track athlete training on wheels for the sport of luge.
  • Free sightseeing is available during the spring/summer season (check for current hours here). Venue maps for the self-guided interpretive tour are available in the outdoor racks and at Guest Services. Access to the Guest Services building with washrooms is available during posted opening hours.
  • During your visit:
    • Please stay out of the track at all times
    • Do not climb or lean over the railings
    • Do not use flash photography as that distracts the athletes
    • Make sure you keep dogs on leash at all times!
    • Please choose footwear according to weather conditions as walkways may be slippery.
  • The public areas along the track are generally stroller/wheelchair friendly (weather/snow dependent).

On-Ice Season (October to early April)

  • From mid October to early April we are sliding on ice, and free sightseeing and spectating is available during scheduled sliding times (entry fee might apply during select major events)! Check for hours and weekly track schedule here during the season. Do not miss the unique chance to experience luge, skeleton and bobsleigh up close!
  • Access to the Guest Services building with washrooms and a small shop with snacks and merchandise is available during sliding times.
  • During your visit:
    • Please stay out of the track at all times
    • Do not climb or lean over the railings
    • Do not use flash photography as that distracts the athletes
    • Make sure you keep dogs on leash at all times!
    • Choose footwear according to weather/winter conditions as walkways may be slippery.
  • The public areas along the track are generally stroller/wheelchair friendly, however in the winter accessibility may be impacted due to weather/snow events.
  • Note that in certain weather conditions, the shades along the track need to be closed to protect the ice, however the track crew always tries to open some for spectating in the public areas.
bear in grass in front of luge track

Safety & Wildlife Awareness

  • Stay out of the sliding track at all times, do not climb on railings around the track, do not lean into the track, do not drop/throw items into the track.
  • Flash photography of athletes in track is not permitted.
  • Be aware that areas around the track can be steep and slippery, so appropriate footwear is advised
  • Dogs must be on leash at all times!
  • Do not disturb wildlife, stay away if you encounter a bear & DO NOT FEED Wildlife! 

Read more important information on wildlife/bear interactions at the Sliding Centre and general safety advise here.

Try Our Activities

Public Skeleton

Ride solo on your own skeleton sled, no experience required! You will slide through six corners and clock speeds up to 100 km/hr. Don’t worry that your run might be over too fast, you can go twice! Available from December to April.

Learn to Slide

Are you curious about luge, skeleton, or bobsleigh? At the Whistler Sliding Centre, everyone can learn to slide and train toward their goals — no experience required. Sports programs for all skill levels in bobsleigh, skeleton, and luge are available...

skeleton sport racer

The Whistler Sliding Centre is a non-profit organization, and all proceeds from public programs go directly towards growing sport and supporting bobsleigh, skeleton and luge athletes.

Whistler Sliding Centre 4910 Glacier Lane
WhistlerBC V8E 0C2
Canada