The Grind Comes To Whistler
Get ready for the thrill of a lifetime as Whistler hosts The Grind, one of the most exciting and high-energy events in the world of extreme snow sports. From April 10th to 12th, The Grind will take centre stage during the World Ski and Snowboard Festival (WSSF), bringing the world’s top street style snowboarders and skiers to showcase their jaw-dropping skills in an unforgettable après party atmosphere.
WHAT IS THE GRIND?
The Grind is the premier street style snowboarding series, now introducing a ski version for the first time at the Whistler stop. Street style snowboarding takes traditional park jibbing to urban-inspired setups, featuring steeper, narrower rails and higher stakes. Riders are encouraged to get creative, tackling everything from stairs to massive drops, earning points for taking the riskiest lines. Only the most skilled, fearless athletes need apply, as this event rewards the biggest and boldest moves.
With a total of $50,000 in cash prizes up for grabs, The Grind at Whistler is set to be one of the most challenging and thrilling events the riders have ever competed in. The course is being designed and built in collaboration with Arena Snowparks, The Grind, and Whistler Blackcomb Parks.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
• Thursday, April 10th – Qualification Jam: Snowboarders and skiers compete on a reduced course for a chance to join the 8 invited riders in the main events on April 11th and 12th. The top 8 snowboarders and 8 skiers in both the men’s and women’s divisions will qualify for the next stage.
Live Music - Ruby Waters @ 3:30pm on the WSSF Skiers Plaza main stage + DJs @ the aprés balcony of the Longhorn Saloon
• Friday, April 11th – Street Style Skiing: This night is all about the skiers! After seeing the full course in action, 16 men and 16 women will compete in a high-energy jam session. The field will be narrowed down to 4 men and 4 women who will face off in thrilling duels, progressing through to the grand finals.
Live Music - The Gaff @ 2:30pm / Fort Knox Five Live @ 3:30pm on the WSSF Skiers Plaza main stage + DJs @ the aprés balcony of the Longhorn Saloon
• Saturday, April 12th – Street Style Snowboarding: The same exciting format as the ski event will unfold, with the world’s best snowboarders competing for cash prizes and bragging rights.
Live Music - A Whole Lotta Led @ 2:30pm / Moka Only @ 3:30pm / Swollen Members @ 4:00pm on the WSSF Skiers Plaza main stage + DJs @ the aprés balcony of the Longhorn Saloon
CONFIRMED SNOWBOARDER LINEUP
Invited Men’s Division (qualify straight to Saturday’s main event)
Liam Brealey / Frank Jobin / Lane Weaver / Caleb Chomlack / Keenan Demchuk / Mike Modesti / Gavin Sorg / Truth Smith
Invited Women’s Division (qualify straight to Saturday’s main event)
Adel Talyspayeva / Laurie Blouin / Crystal Legoffe / Juliet Pelchat / Jackie Carlson / Katie Brayer / Billy Pelchat
PARTNERSHIP & EVENT SUPPORT
The Grind Whistler is proudly supported by Volvo, Burton, Corona, and Skullcandy, and is hosted by Gibbons Whistler as a signature event of the World Ski & Snowboard Festival.
WSSF extends its gratitude to the Resort Municipality of Whistler for its financial support through the Resort Municipality Initiative, along with the valuable contributions of Tourism Whistler, Gibbons Whistler, and Whistler Blackcomb.
Stay tuned for more details, including the full list of invited skiers, the complete music lineup, and prize money breakdowns. Visit thegrindseries.com for event information, qualification jam details, and registration links. For the full festival experience, head to wssf.com.
A FREE, HIGH-ENERGY EXPERIENCE
The Grind offers fans an immersive, free-to-attend event packed with extreme sports, live music, and a one-of-a-kind festival atmosphere in the iconic Whistler Blackcomb right at the base of the mountain. Don’t miss your chance to witness the world’s best push their limits in this unforgettable snow sports showdown.
Running from April 7th – 13th, the World Ski & Snowboard Festival is an unmissable event, blending sports, culture, and lifestyle in a high-energy, spring break-style atmosphere. Throw on some sunscreen and stock up on painkillers—it’s an action-packed week well worth leaning into!
PARTY IN APRIL, SLEEP IN MAY
This is your chance to witness history in the making and to experience the thrill of The Grind at the legendary World Ski and Snowboard Festival!
For more information on The Grind and the World Ski and Snowboard Festival, visit thegrindseries.com and wssf.com.