Spectator Info
If you’re looking for all things you need to know before coming to Crankworx Whistler, you found the right spot!
Getting here by bus, car or a sea plane, planning where to stay, to park, and most importantly, where to party – find it all on this page!
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Mountain Etiquette
- Take care of your trash! Pack in – pack out!
- Keep in mind that the bike park is active and stay off trails.
- Stay hydrated – bring your own water bottle!
- No pets on the mountain
Best Viewing Spots
Here’s where to catch all the action during the festival – event by event.
OG CDN OPN DH
Head to the finish corral in Skiers Plaza, or make your way up alongside the trail for a closer look. Whistler Mountain Bike Park is active during this event – stay outside the tape at all times.
Kidsworx & aMTB Air DH
Watch alongside the track at Lower Crank-It-Up and C-More. Note that this race finishes 500 metres up Mountain Road – about a 15-minute walk from Skiers Plaza, starting at the yellow gate East of Fitzsimmons Chair (next to bus loop).
Specialized Canadian Open DH
This race runs on the iconic 1199 trail in the Creekside zone of the Whistler Mountain Bike Park. Hike up alongside the course for great views, including the famous rock garden – but stay outside the tape at all times. Note that Whistler Mountain Bike Park is active, so stay off all bike trails. The terrain is steep and loose. Wear suitable footwear and clothing.
For an easier vantage point – and amenities – catch the finish at the Creekside Timing Flats. Shuttles run from the base of Creekside (in front of the Legends Hotel), and parking at the Creekside parkade is free. VIP access is also available – tickets online.
Official Whip-Off World Championships presented by POC, Dual Slalom & Rhapsody Slopestyle
All three take place in the Whistler Boneyard, sitting atop Skiers Plaza: easy to access with great viewing throughout. For the best seats at Rhapsody Slopestyle, go VIP (tickets online).
Crabapple Hits World Championship
The newest event on the schedule, held in one of the most popular sections of the Whistler Mountain Bike Park. Walk up Mountain Road (about 30 minutes) to watch the Freeride action.
Please note: No open fires or smoking of any kind, including cigarettes and vaping. No alcohol or dogs permitted on Whistler Blackcomb property.
Venue Map Whistler
Whistler Village Parking
| LOT | COST | HOURS |
| Village Day Lot 1 Village Day Lot 2 Village Day Lot 3 | $4 per hour or $21 per day (standard vehicle) | Paid: 8am-5pm Free: 5pm-8am |
| Village Day Lot 3 (RV/Oversized*) | $5.25 per hour or $45 per day (standard vehicle) | Paid: 8am-5pm Free: 5pm-8am max. stay 24 hours |
| Village Day Lot 4 Village Day Lot 5 | $3.50 per hour or $13 per day (standard vehicle) | Paid: 8am-5pm Free: 5pm-8am |
| Village Day Lot 4 Bus Zone | $5 per hour or $25 per day | Paid: 8am-5pm Free: 5pm-8am |
| Whistler Creekside Parkade | FREE Undercover multi-level parkade located adjacent to the Creekside Gondola. Best parking to watch the Specialized Canadian Open DH on the 1199 track |
*Oversized vehicles are permitted in Lot 3 East only. If your vehicle is over 20 feet long, it is classified oversized.
For more in-depth details on parking in Whistler, please visit Resort Municipality of Whistler website.
How to pay for daily parking:
- PayByPhone or call 1-866-234-7275
- At pay stations (coins or credit card) or in person at Municipal Hall (during business hours).
Excalibur Gondola Running for Rhapsody Slopestyle
To provide further parking, lots 6 and 7 will be open during the day on Sunday, August 2. These lots are located at Blackcomb Base II and can be reached via Glacier Drive. Thanks to Whistler Blackcomb, Excalibur Gondola will run from 9 AM to 4 PM, offering a free and quick way to the heart of Whistler.
Please note that only service animals are allowed on the lift and no bikes can be transported. Overnight parking in lots 6 and 7 is not permitted. For an interactive map visit Whistler Blackcomb Parking.
Specialized Canadian Open DH at Creekside
Once again, the Specialized Canadian Open DH will take place on the legendary 1199 track in the Creekside area of the Whistler Mountain Bike Park. The finish area is located in the Timing Flats, accessible via foot path from the Creekside Gondola base station.
Additionally, public shuttles will be available on Thursday, July 30 and Friday, July 31 from 8:30 AM – 7 PM. They are free to use for all fans and leave in front of the Legends Hotel. They operate on a loop schedule.
✨ Elevate Your Experience With VIP Passes ✨
The time has come to secure your front-row seats to the action!
Grab the best spots at the festival to comfortably witness the action up-close. All VIP passes include complimentary drinks and a mouth-watering selection of sweet and savoury treats to top off your exclusive experience on site.