UPCOMING EVENTS
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Second Cup Squash Tournament
Your favourite tournament is back for a special caffeinated edition. Are your legs ready?
Friday pizza, Saturday social! 6 Teams*6 Players, cups, 25 minutes of play!
All levels welcome!
Price: $60 (price includes coffee)
Date: March 28-29
Click here for more information!
Inaugural Sport After Hours
Join us to celebrate YOU and your hard work completing your submissions for YRAC and Yukon Lotteries' project funding!
This will be our first ever "Sport After Hours" networking event. The evening will feature some drinks & some grub so you can eat, drink, and mingle.
When: April 16th, 5:30-7:30pm
Where: Sport Yukon Lobby
Calendar Invite to follow!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Jolène (events@sportyukon.com) or Reid (members@sportyukon.com).
Special Olympics Festival Dinner Auction
Mark your calendars! Special Olympics Festival Dinner Auction presented by Canadian Tire is April 26th at the Takhini Arena.
More information will follow!
Click here to learn more!
Early Season Rugby Jamboree
Come together for a pre-season jamboree. Play some casual rugby and sharpen your skills before the season kicks off. All experience levels welcome. Ages 14+, categories dependent on sign-up. For more information and to sign up, visit https://www.yukonrugby.com.
Date: May 3
Time: 12pm-4pm
Location: Porter Creek Secondary School - 1405 Hickory Street, Whitehorse Yukon Y1A4M4, Canada
YCKC Gear Swap & AGM
Looking to do some spring-cleaning or add to your paddling collection? Bring it down to the YCKC Bins (25 Selkirk St) in Whitehorse.
Join YCKC members for the official season kick-off! Buy and sell some used paddling gear and meet some new paddling friends at our BBQ and beer garden! Stick around for our AGM and the drawing of our annual raffle prize!
Date: May 22
Time: 6pm-9pm
Location: 25 Selkirk St., Whitehorse YT Y1A3J5, Canada
Click here for more information!
Spring Member Meet-Up
Our next bi-annual Member Meet Up will be happening before you know it, so save the date in your calendars now. The event will feature Sport Yukon updates, Make It Happen's One Year Anniversary, new projects, and more... lots of good stuff!
When: May 28th, time TBC
Where: TBC
RSVP & Calendar Invite to follow!
More information will be shared later in April.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Jolène (events@sportyukon.com) or Reid (members@sportyukon.com).
High School Rugby Champs and Senior Club Competition
High school rugby athletes compete in their end of year tournament. Senior level club rugby game will take place following the tournament. To sign up for high school rugby, talk to your high school’s rugby representative. To sign up for senior rugby visit https://www.yukonrugby.com/.
Date: June 4
Time: 12pm-6pm
Location: FH Collins Secondary School - 1001 Lewes Blvd., Whitehorse Yukon Y1A3J1, Canada
Rugby Fest and Yukon Champs
Join Yukon Rugby Federation for a full weekend of rugby fun! They will kick things off Friday with Rugby Fest, their skills competition. Saturday-Sunday they will host the final tournament of the club season. Ages 14+, all skill levels welcome.
Date: July 4-6
Location: Porter Creek Secondary School - 1405 Hickory Street, Whitehorse Yukon Y1A4M4, Canada
Rugby Fest – Friday, July 4, 4-6pm.
Yukon Champs – Saturday, July 5 – Sunday July 6, 11am-6pm.
For more information and to sign up, visit https://www.yukonrugby.com/.
Watson Lake Spring Camp
Snowboard Yukon is proud to host a 2-day snowboard camp in Watson Lake again this year during Spring Break!
The camp is open riders aged 8+ and all ability levels. We will divide participants based on their ability on the day of the camp.
Requirements:
Riders must be 8 years of age or older.
Helmets are mandatory.
When: Saturday and Sunday, March 22 and 23, 2025 from 11:30am-4:00pm
Where: Mount Maichen
Price: $50 2-day camp, plus recreational membership ($25).
Rentals, Lift Ticket and membership are not included in the price.
Schedule:
Welcome/Check-in: 11:45am in the lodge
Riding Time: 12:00-4:00pm -Intros, overview of the day, warm up and riding
Bring snacks and water - we will take breaks as needed.
Pick up time: 4:00pm
Please bring appropriate warm clothing and something to eat or drink if needed.
They have sliding-scale pricing available, so please reach out for more information at info@snowboardyukon.com.
Shred Sisters Snowboard Camp #2
This 2-day camp is for women and non-binary, beginner and novice, adult snowboarders.
After shredding, enjoy apres snacks and prizes.
When: Mar 15 & 16, 2025
Time: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
Where: Mt. Sima
Ages: 18 and up
Select Camp or Camp + Rentals. Lift tickets are included. A $25 annual Recreational Membership will be added if you don't have one already.
Price: Shred Sisters 2-Day Camp Fee$100.00 OR Shred Sisters 2-Day Camp Fee + Rentals$170.00
Helmets are mandatory and included with rental package. If you have your own gear, but need a hemet, let us know.
Subzero Volleyball Showdown
Get ready for an epic showdown! 🏐🔥 Join Subzero Volleyball for an exhibition match featuring 2-time Olympian Lucan Van Berkel alongside local all-stars taking on the 18U Boys team. Don't miss this chance to witness some incredible volleyball action!
Date: March 8
Time: 6pm-7:30pm
Location: Canada Games Centre
Click here for more information!
Whitehorse Minor Softball Registration Opens
Registration opens on March 3, 2025 for Whitehorse Minor Softball!
Click here for more information and to register!
Climb Yukon Fundraiser and Open House
Climb Yukon Fundraiser. Membership drive and name reveal open house. Cash bar, Food, Music, Games, Prizes.
Date: February 27, 2025
Time: 5pm-9pm
Location: 1124 Front Street, MacBride Museum, Whitehorse Yukon Y1A 1A4, Canada
Click here for more information!
Chieftain Energy Overland Trail Adventure Race Informational Meeting
Curious about the Chieftain Energy Overland Trail Adventure Race? Want to learn more about the challenges, route, and what to expect?
Join DPSAY on January 15th @ 7:00pm via Zoom for an exciting informational event where they will cover all the details you need to know about this upcoming multi-sport race.
Get the Zoom link by emailing dogpoweredsports@gmail.com.
Click here for more information!
Special Olympics Polar Plunge
Take your Plunge into icy waters in support of the Law Enforcement Torch Run in their quest to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Yukon. Every dollar you raise goes towards supporting Special Olympics athletes across the territory.
The Polar Plunge challenges people to bravely jump into an icy bin filled with water from the mighty Yukon river. All the fun takes place in the parking lot of the Elks Lodge. It’s a great way for everyone—individuals, organizations and businesses—to get involved in support of Special Olympics and show winter who’s boss! The minimum age to plunge is 19 years old.
Date: December 21
Time: 11:00am
Location: Parking Lot of Elks Lodge
Click here to register or donate!
Snowboard Yukon - Comp Intro Coaching Course
Date: December 13 - December 15
Location: Mount Sima, 770 Mt Sima Rd, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 0A8, Canada
Golden Nugget Competition
Arctic Edge Skating Club is holding their annual Gold Nugget competition on Saturday December 7th from 9 am to 3:30 pm!
Date: December 6-7
Location: Canada Games Centre, 200 Hamilton Boulevard
Click here for more information!
Mount Sima Opening Day
Opening Day at Mount Sima is December 6, 2024!
Click here for more information!
Coast Mountain Sports Free Day on the Trails
Come to the Whitehorse Nordic Centre and try cross country skiing for FREE. FREE day pass / FREE rentals and FREE Intro to XC ski lesson. Discover our amazing facility and fall in love with the sport.
Registration required for the intro to XC ski lesson. Link will be posted shortly.
Date: November 30- December 1, 2024
Location: 1 Sumanik Dr, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 6J6, Canada
Click here for more information.
Whitehorse McDonald's Curling Invitational
The 2024 Whitehorse McDonald’s Curling Invitational is happening November 23-24 at the Whitehorse Curling Club.
Watch the NorthwesTel Chilkoot Sweepers take on teams from across Canada.
Bring your lawn chair & blanket and catch all the action rink side!
Click here for more information!
DPSAY Haul Road Tune-up
Location: Copper Haul Rd. (off of Fish Lake Road across from Icy Waters)
Distances: 16k, 10k, 5k
Classes: Bikejor, Canicross, Kicksled, Skijor, & Mush
Max. Number of Dogs:
=> 2 for Bikejor, Canicross, Kicksled, Skijor
=> 6 for Mush
Time: 11:00am Race Briefing
Cost: $10 for members
Purse: TBD
Register online
They Wil check out the trail by Sat., Nov. 16 and provide a trail report on Facebook.
Snowboard Yukon's Season Kicker
This will include gear swaps, social and a trip information session!
Date: November 16
Time: 9:30am - 12:00pm
Location: 4061 4 Ave, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1H1, Canada (Sport Yukon)
Bunny Hill Park Jam
Enjoy lit-up park features, glow sticks, and fun on the bunny hill! Tickets are $35, with 25% off for pass holders. Last Run Lounge will be open all night. Everyone is welcome!
Date: November 15
Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Bunny Hill Park
Click here for more information!
Reservoir Dogs Tournament
Join Squash Yukon in their Reservoir Dogs Tournament! All levels are welcome!
Date: November 15 - November 17
6 Teams*, 6 players, cups, 25 minutes of play
Friday pizza and Saturday Social!
Click here for more information!
Annual Fall Boulding Competition
Join Climb Yukon for their annual Fall Comp at the PCSS Bouldering Gym. There will be climbing, music, draw prizes, scramble format with problems for all climbing levels, and the usual level of stoke (spoiler alert: it's high!)
Registration is OPEN until Nov. 7 at 10pm. $25 registration fee per climber. Event day membership (10$) and signed waiver also required.
Date: November 10
Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: 1405 Hickory Street, Whitehorse Yukon Y1A 4M4, Canada
Click here for more information!
2024 Recreation Gathering
The Recreation Gathering is an annual event that connects leaders from across the Yukon. Every year, RPAY strives to offer unique professional development and networking opportunities, cooperative learning, and fun! RPAY welcomes recreation practitioners, youth leaders, volunteer board members, local recreation authorities, and others who work across the territory in recreation.
This year's Recreation Gathering will take place in and around Whitehorse, on the traditional territories of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation, the Ta'an Kwäch'än Council, and the Carcross/Tagish First Nation. Sessions will be held at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve and the Lorne Mountain Community Association. For additional information, please refer to the registration form. A detailed event schedule will be available in late August.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Peter at peter@rpay.ca or 867-668-3010.
The deadline to register is September 9, 2024.
Work Bee
Come by and help Biathlon Yukon Tidy up the trails for the winter season! BYO- work gloves, boots and pruning tools! A BBQ lunch will be provided at 1 pm
Annual Salmon Fry Release
Come join the Yukon Fish & Game Association at their Annual Salmon Fry Release at Wolf Creek Campground on Sunday, May 26th!
They will be hosting a Free BBQ from 11:30am to 12:30pm and would love for you to join they while they wait for the fish to arrive at 1pm!
Date: May 26th
Place: Wolf Creek Campground
Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm BBQ
Time: 1:00pm fry release
As we get closer to the Wolf Creek Fry Release, please consider carpooling or being dropped off and picked up.
The Yukon Fish & Game Association would like to lessen possible traffic congestion that might occur.
Please follow any road signs and speed limits, as there will be many children at the campground for this event.
Dancing Through The Decades
Get ready to dance through time as the Northern Light School of Dance graces the stage once again with a spectacular showcase featuring our diverse array of talented dancers spanning all ages.
May 15th at 6pm / May 16th at 7pm at the Yukon Arts Centre!
Join us in celebrating our local talent as they debut their latest creations. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the magic of dance and show your support for our vibrant arts community.
Mark your calendars and be part of an unforgettable evening filled with inspiration, passion, and the joy of artistic expression!
Tickets are $25 (adult), $15 (seniors), and $10 (youth 5 and under). Get yours at YukonTickets.com!
Dancing Through The Decades
Get ready to dance through time as the Northern Light School of Dance graces the stage once again with a spectacular showcase featuring our diverse array of talented dancers spanning all ages.
May 15th at 6pm / May 16th at 7pm at the Yukon Arts Centre!
Join us in celebrating our local talent as they debut their latest creations. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the magic of dance and show your support for our vibrant arts community.
Mark your calendars and be part of an unforgettable evening filled with inspiration, passion, and the joy of artistic expression!
Tickets are $25 (adult), $15 (seniors), and $10 (youth 5 and under). Get yours at YukonTickets.com!
NLSD: Variety Showcase
Northern Lights School of Dance is proud to present their youth’s latest creations to the Whitehorse community! Powered by their boundless creativity and honed talents, this showcase promises to be a truly unforgettable experience.
Be prepared to be mesmerized by award-winning, competition-level dancing that embodies the pinnacle of artistic expression. Join us for an evening of excellence and innovation, where the energy of youth meets artistic craftsmanship.
Don't miss this opportunity to witness the next generation of talent shine brightly on stage!
Tickets are $25 (adult), $15 (senior), and $10 (youth 5 and under). Buy yours at YukonTickets.com!
12 Dancing Princesses
Queen Aurelia finds herself dismayed by the behaviour of her twelve spirited princess daughters. Desperate for guidance, she extends an invitation to the esteemed Duchess Aila, renowned for her impeccable manners and knowledge of royal etiquette. Unbeknownst to the royal family, the Duchess harbours grand ambitions beyond mere tutelage.
Join Northern Lights School of Dance for this enchanting tale of courage, loyalty, and the enduring power of sisterhood.
May 10th (7pm) and May 11th (1pm) at the Yukon Arts Centre!
Tickets are $25 (adult), $15 (senior), and $10 (youth 5 and under). Get yours at YukonTickets.com!
12 Dancing Princesses
Queen Aurelia finds herself dismayed by the behaviour of her twelve spirited princess daughters. Desperate for guidance, she extends an invitation to the esteemed Duchess Aila, renowned for her impeccable manners and knowledge of royal etiquette. Unbeknownst to the royal family, the Duchess harbours grand ambitions beyond mere tutelage.
Join Northern Lights School of Dance for this enchanting tale of courage, loyalty, and the enduring power of sisterhood.
May 10th (7pm) and May 11th (1pm) at the Yukon Arts Centre!
Tickets are $25 (adult), $15 (senior), and $10 (youth 5 and under). Get yours at YukonTickets.com!
Trail Running Film Festival
Welcome to the Trail Running Film Festival! Join us for an epic night of adrenaline-pumping films showcasing the beauty and challenges of trail running. The event will take place at the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre, where you'll be immersed in the world of trail running through captivating films. Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or just curious about the sport, this festival is perfect for all outdoor enthusiasts.
Get ready to be inspired, entertained, and awed by the incredible stories and visuals on display. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!
Doors at 6pm. Films at 6:30pm.
Get your tickets here.
Event sponsored by Run for Life/ Raven50
Bird & Bat Building Day
Join the Yukon Fish & Game Association for their Bird & Bat Building Day - Saturday, May 4th from noon to 3pm at the Canada Games Centre.
Kids can build their own bird or bat house or even a bird feeder. Pre-cut materials are provided free of charge; just bring your favourite hammer!
Sponsored by Turner Contracting Ltd., Kilrich Industries, and the Yukon Fish & Game Association.