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Thursday, September 5, 2024

Tickets for Cornucopia, Whistler's premier food and drink festival, on sale now

Whistler, BC – Cornucopia, Whistler’s premier celebration of food and drink, returns for its 28th year November 7 to 17, 2024.

Festival tickets go on sale today, September 5 at 4 pm. Early birds can secure their spot at this iconic event with additional discounts available on a limited number of Signature Event tickets. With a reputation for showcasing bold flavours and unparalleled culinary experiences, Cornucopia promises a gastronomic adventure not to be missed.

“This year, Cornucopia features over 70 unique experiences across 11 days, with new events and twists, plus the perennial sellouts. From curated tastings and dinners, après extravaganzas, silent discos, comedy nights to exclusive seminars, the festival offers something for every palate,”, says Justina Armstrong, Event Director, Cornucopia. “Make sure to reserve early bird tickets for the flagship CRUSH Grand Tasting Signature Event before they are gone!”

Cornucopia's Signature Events include:

West Coast House Party (Thursday, November 7th): Kick off Cornucopia with a lively house party showcasing a diverse selection of wines, spirits, and beers from across the West Coast, paired with local cuisine and live music.

Cellar Door (Friday, November 8th): Discover an intimate wine tasting experience featuring exceptional selection of reds and whites, with a special focus on California wines in 2024.

CRUSH Grand Tasting (Saturday, November 9th): Experience Cornucopia’s flagship event, offering a chance to sample a variety of wines from the Pacific Northwest and beyond, complemented by delectable bites from top local chefs.

Night Market: Taste of the World (Friday, November 15th): Explore global culinary delights at the Night Market, where you can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and a Taste of the World passport featuring dishes from acclaimed chefs and restaurants.

Ticketholders can deepen their culinary journey at Cornucopia, through a diverse selection of drink seminars and the ever-popular Culinary Stage Series. Garner tips and broaden the palate from some of the best local or visiting sommeliers, mixologists and culinary talent – such as Chef Alana Maas, co-owner of Northwest Culinary Academy and Chopped Canada Champion. Chef Maas' talent will be on display on Saturday, November 9th on the Culinary Stage where attendees will be treated to a multi-course Italian-themed lunch complete with wine pairings. Maas will also sample a selection of delicious bites during Cellar Door and CRUSH Grand Tasting.

Stay tuned for more details of new Signature Events and talent coming soon. Whistler’s world-class restaurants and bars are busy curating their events, which will be released on October 1.

Early Bird Tickets and Exclusive Packages
Tickets for Cornucopia will be available starting September 5th at 4 PM. Don’t miss the chance to purchase Early Bird tickets for the CRUSH Grand Tasting and other popular events, as quantities are limited. For the best value, consider bundling lodging with event tickets through Whistler.com’s exclusive Cornucopia Packages, starting from $95 per person per night. Book a stay of 3+ nights and receive a free $100 CAD Dining Voucher when you book through Whistler.com using the promo code FALLDINING.

For more information on Cornucopia, event schedule, tickets, and packages, visit whistlercornucopia.com

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Cornucopia is an annual awakening for the epicurious—an opportunity to celebrate the bold tastes of British Columbia and beyond. Each November, culinary and drink experts from around the world bring fresh ideas, innovative tastings, creative seminars, and avant-garde entertainment in the mountains of Whistler, BC. From the event’s marquee CRUSH Grand Tasting to intimate winery dinners, Cornucopia is an open invitation to kick up the expectations of what a food and drink festival can be.

Whistler is Canada’s premier year-round leisure and meeting destination located in the Coast Mountains 120 kilometres (75 miles) north of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Consistently rated the top ski resort in North America, Whistler was the Host Mountain Resort of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The resort offers an extensive range of accommodations totaling 10,000 bedrooms among 24 hotels as well as townhomes, condos, B&Bs and chalets. Whistler also boasts more than 100 restaurants and bars, 200 retail shops, 25 spas and countless activity options from world-renowned skiing and snowboarding, mountain biking and golf, to hiking, rock climbing, and watersports. The Resort Municipality of Whistler is home to a diverse community of more than 10,000 permanent residents.

Tourism Whistler is the member-based marketing and sales organization representing Whistler, operating the Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler Golf Club, Whistler Visitor Centre, and whistler.com – Whistler’s official source for visitor information and booking. As the convention and visitors bureau for the Resort Municipality of Whistler, Tourism Whistler represents more than 7,000 members who own, manage and operate properties or businesses on resort lands including hotels, restaurants, activity operators and retail shops.

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