Thursday, February23
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Comedy Night Internationally renowned comedians who are no strangers to the Just For Laughs festival or Comedy Network raise a laugh for the Whistler Adaptive Sports Program (WASP). Sells out every year. Tickets are $20. Doors 7:30 p.m. DJ Peter Vambeck on deck for apres.
Where: GLC
What: Japanese Movie Night The Blind Swordsman Zatoichi tells the classic story about a blind masseur and master swordsman who rights all wrongs with his sword. Tickets are $3 for LUNA members (ages 18-28) and $5 for non-members. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Rainbow Theatre
What: Reggae Night Live reggae grooves with locals Kostaman & Dj Phroh. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Triple Threat Thursdays The sensational multi-talented Steve Jiu hosts a competition of rap battles, spoken word, karaoke and open jams for great prizes.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Who: Gordo Plus One Veteran musician covers decades of great roots, blues and rock n' roll with lead guitar from Pierre Eady.
where: Pemberton Hotel
Who: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Melanie Dekker Jazzy pop tunes with the Vancouver-based singer/songwriter at the cocktail hour. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
What: Club Shred Weekly rotation of live local musicians play cover favourites for Club Shred. Apres with DJ Buddah and live music with Downtown Jay Brown at 6 p.m.
Where: Merlin’s
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: DJ Matt Bitze Local DJ on deck from 3:30-6:30 p.m.
Where: Four Season’s Fifty Two 80 Bistro and Lounge
What: Red Velvet Rotating local house DJs every week.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Locals Night Popular party night around these parts with local DJs on the decks.
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Party Beats DJ Paul Moritz spins fresh, funky house and club anthems along side Whistler’s hottest go-go dancers. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy’s
Friday, February24
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Comedy Night Internationally renowned comedians who are no strangers to the Just For Laughs festival or Comedy Network raise a laugh for the Whistler Adaptive Sports Program (WASP). Sells out every year. Tickets are $20. Doors 7:30 p.m. DJ Ricochet on deck for apres.
Where: GLC
What: Higher Ground film Check out Warren Miller’s latest ski flick with lift ticket and snowboard giveaway. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Longhorn
Who: G Willy Acoustic favourites with Greg Willy from 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Black’s Pub
Who: Dr Dave Acoustic favourites from local rocker.
Where: BBK’s (Upper Village)
Who: Kel & Joel Live acoustic tunes.
Where: Tapley’s Sports Bar
Who: Mike Weterings Acoustic folk-rock with African world beat rhythms.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: The Hairfarmers Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg for apres from 3 to 6 p.m. and evening set at 8:30 p.m.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: Kitangus Traditional meets new world music on mandolin, fiddle and whistle. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Who: Michael Sicoly Whistler’s own piano man always gets the dance floor rocking. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
What: Last Call Ladies Night Local rockers Last Call play cover favourites for Ladies night. No cover for ladies. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: Chicks n Pyjamas Classic rock.
Where: Pemberton Hotel
CLUBS AND DJs
What: 90’s Night Party like you are Nikki Sixx to one hit wonders and old school dance tracks supplied by DJ Trix. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: DJ Peter Vambeck Soulful, jazzy house music with Latin notes from Irish turntablist from 3:30-6:30 p.m.
Where: Four Seasons Fifty Two 80 Bistro & Bar
What: Jump Off Fridays Hip-hop, funk, and dancehall with resident TMS DJ crew.
Where: Savage Beagle
What: Move On Up Hilltrip fundraiser hosts funky party for the soul with live auction, DJ Mr. Fister and go go girls. Tickets $10. Doors 9 p.m.
where:Maxx Fish
What: VIP Fridays Hip-hop club bangers and dancehall grinders with DJ Rosco.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
Saturday,February25
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Simple Plan Free outdoor concert from Juno-nominees punk-pop rockers celebrate the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. Show 4:30 p.m.
Where: Whistler Village
Who: Kitangus Traditional meets new world music on mandolin, fiddle and whistle. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: A Whole Lotta Led Listen to all your Zeppelin favourites with the local tribute band headed by Grateful Greg and Creekside Phil. Greg warms up with Guitar Doug as The Hairfarmer’s for apres.
Where: Dusty’s
Who: Michael Sicoly Whistler’s own piano man always gets the dance floor rocking. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: Mike Weterings Acoustic folk-rock with African world beat rhythms.
where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests. Special New Year’s menu.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Who: The Hairfarmers & Fister Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg for apres from 3-6 p.m. It’s Elbow Deep with wicked beats and electro from Mr. Fister at 8:30 p.m.
Where: GLC
Who: Chicks n Pyjamas Classic rock.
Where: Pemberton Hotel
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Pipestyle Afterparty Local rockers Fall of Summer hype up Sapient Showcase Showdown snowboard competitor party.
Where: Maxx Fish
Who: DJ Easy Leigh Local turntable master pumps up crowds with house, hip hop and dancehall. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Goodtimes The hottest Top 40, R&B and club tracks on the charts from DJ John Hammer shake up the dance floor. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: Shannon Saunders Local fiddler gets the party rocking from 3:30-6:30 p.m.
Where: Four Seasons Fifty Two 80 Bistro & Bar
What: The Big Party Saturday night goes big with hop-hop hits from DJ Rob Banks.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
Who: DJ Buddah Apres with Slow Nerve Action’s DJ Buddah.
Where: Merlin’s
Sunday, February26
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Shona Le Mottee Free outdoor concert from fiddler extraordinaire Shona Le Mottee and her troupe of Eire Born Irish Dancers celebrate the passing of the Olympic torch from Torino to Whistler/Vancouver. Catch a big-screen viewing of the Torino closing ceremonies before Le Mottee’s concert at 2 p.m.
Where: Whistler Village
What: The Punk Night Whistler’s ultimate anti-club night. This week Mongoose, Rio Bent and Ashes to Evidence.
Where: Boot Pub
Who: Sean Rose Rhythm and blues review with Sean Rose every Sunday at local hangout. Show 9 p.m. to close.
Where: BBK’s (Upper Village)
What: Jam Session Play along side the best with Reggae Master Kostaman leading the way. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: G-Willy Acoustic rocker pumps out all your cover favourites from 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: Brewhouse Pub
Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: Kitangus Traditional meets new world music on mandolin, fiddle and whistle. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
What: S.I.N. DJ Jiu spins hip hop and dancehall along with all your favourite tracks. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: Viner & Banks DJ Chris Viner is all about sexy deep house for apres. DJ Rob Banks heats up the evening for the Fire and Ice Afterparty.
Where: GLC
What: Locals Night End the weekend of madness with local DJs and giveaways.
Where: Longhorn Saloon
What: Soul Kitchen This week DJ Marky Mark is at the kitchen tables with Whistler’s hottest go go girls for company. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: DJ Buddah Slow Nerve Action’s DJ is on deck for apres.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: DJ Mike Relm The multi-media legend returns with No Luck Club. Advanced $12 tickets available at Electric Daisy and The Circle.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Monday, February27
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: The Capitals Classic rock, combined with plenty of guitar riffs and harmonies to keep it interesting, comes to Monday Madness.
Where: Boot Pub
What: Canada AM Broadcast Show your Canadian spirit in red and white for the Canada AM live broadcast on national television at 3:30 a.m. Live music and breakfast included. Tickets $10 at Tourism Whistler Activity Centre. Event proceeds benefit Zero Ceiling.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Who: Bruce Coughlan Rock and folk covers, originals and Celtic classics. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
What: Karaoke Night Take the mic and let yourself go- "I Will Survive" won’t sing itself.
Where: Crystal Lounge
What: Open Mic Strum out all your favourites with Dr. Dave.
Where: Tapley’s Lounge
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Martini Mondays It’s shakin’ not stirred with DJ Parris pouring a tasty elixir of classic funk, hip-hop and breaks.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: ‘80s Night Retro tracks with DJ Ryder. Free cover for ‘80s outfits! Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: J-Rawks DJ J-Rawks spins what she wants for apres.
Where:Merlin’s
What: Mash Up Mondays World-class DJs spin along side long-time local turntablists.
Where: Savage Beagle
What: Underground Sessions House music at its finest from local turntablists. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: DJ Dagan & Viner DJ Dagan drops all your favourites for apres at 2:30 p.m. DJ Chris Viner is all about sexy deep house beats at 8:30 p.m.
Where: GLC
Tuesday, February28
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
WHO: Bruce Coughlan Rock and folk covers, originals and Celtic classics. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
What: Lifty Party Legendary Hairfarmers Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg rock it out at 8 p.m.
Where: Longhorn Saloon
What: Das Boot Ballet This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes shakin’ it three nights a week.
Where: Boot Pub
What: Battle of the Bands Sea to Sky Corridor bands battle out original sets to win opening for King of the Rails, recording package on air time on Mountain FM. Partial proceeds from competitive concert benefit Bands Against Hunger. Entry is $2 for LUNA members and $4 non-members.
Where: MY Millennium Place
CLUBS AND DJs
What: 90s Night DJ Rob Banks unearths all your favourites. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Play Every week guest DJs from Kori K.
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Hipnodic Hip hop, funk, R&B, reggae, dance hall and old school beats with DJ Seanski.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Celebration The Faction Sound Crew dial up hip hop for Whistler’s smallest nightclub and biggest party. Locals free cover before 10 p.m. Ladies never wait in line.
Where:Savage Beagle
What: Fat Tuesday Gras Celebrate New Orleans style with an ipod video for the most beads collected winner. Doors 8 p.m.
Where:Moe Joe’s
Who: DJ Russ & Alien DJ Russ gets funky for apres at 2:30 p.m. International scratch wizard Mat the Alien drops funk 45s all night long.
Where: GLC
Who: djtone Local DJ spins Solar Tribe ambient vibe for apres.
Where: Merlin’s
Wednesday, March1
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
WHat: Kung Fu Karaoke Sing all your favourites with the multi-talented Steve Jiu at the Creekside Chinese eatery. Prizes for best performance. Show starts 9 p.m.
Where: Joey Chan’s
What: Music Bingo Test your music trivia with Zoo and Big Rich at 8 p.m.
Where: Hoz’s Pub
WHO: Bruce Coughlan Rock and folk covers, originals and Celtic classics. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
WHO: Wes Makepeace & Jay Greenway Acoustic rockers by two local boys.
Where: BBK’s (Upper Village)
Who: Michael Sicoly Whistler’s own piano man always gets the dance floor rocking. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
What: Kostaman Jam Join Whistler’s own Reggae star Kostaman for 9 p.m. jam session.
Where: Black’s Pub
What: Grateful Open Mic Grateful Greg and Creekside Phil of A Whole Lotta Led invite singers, guitarists and drummers to the mic every Wednesday.
Where: Dusty’s
Who: G-Willy Acoustic favourites for apres.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Sal Brothers Local duo plays all your favourite covers. Show 9:30 p.m.
Where: Citta
What: Das Boot Ballet This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes shakin’ it three nights a week.
Where: Boot Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Industry Night Rockin’ locals scene and giveaways galore.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
Who: DJ Scott & Vambeck DJ Scott for apres and DJ Peter Vambeck stokes evening crowds with soulful house, breaks and electro.
Where: GLC
What: Shake ‘N Break Chunky, funky break beats with DJs Lennie and Ricochet. They supply the breaks and Tommy’s go go girls the shakes. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: DJ Rob Banks All your listening favourites banked into one night.
Where: Tapley’s Sports Bar
Who: Mat the Alien Internationally renowned local scratch wizard, recently voted number one DJ in Whistler, breaks into hip hop, funk and dancehall beats. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: DJ J-Rawks Local DJ spins what she wants for apres.
Where: Merlin’s
Thursday, March2
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Reggae Night Live reggae grooves with locals Kostaman & Dj Phroh. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Triple Threat Thursdays The sensational multi-talented Steve Jiu hosts a competition of rap battles, spoken word, karaoke and open jams for great prizes.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Who: Gordo Plus One Veteran musician covers decades of great roots, blues and rock n' roll with lead guitar from Pierre Eady.
where: Pemberton Hotel
What: Live Music Toe tapping favorites and Celtic traditional tunes from guest performers. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Michael Sicoly Whistler’s own piano man always gets the dance floor rocking. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
What: Club Shred Weekly rotation of live local musicians play cover favourites for Club Shred. Apres with DJ Buddah.
Where: Merlin’s
What: Music Bingo Test your music trivia at 8 p.m.
Where: Citta
What: Open Mic Night Amateurs and pros alike welcome to pull up a guitar or mic.
Where: Boot Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Red Velvet Rotating local house DJs every week.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Locals Night Popular party night around these parts with local DJs on the decks.
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Craig Obey Aussie DJ, producer and remixer, a resident DJ of Home nightclub for seven years, brings funky house and electro from downunder. DJ Nooks warms crowds up. Advanced $15 tickets available at HotBox Internet Cafe and Tommy’s. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy’s
Who: Ace & Milton Funky, retro, electro and everything in between from DJ Ace for apres at 2:30 p.m. DJs Milton and Toddski Break Down the House with funky beats and bass to get your ass movin’ after 8:30 p.m.
Where: GLC
Upcoming Shows
Tha Alkaholiks coming March 5 to Garfinkel’s. Tickets $15 at Electric Daisy and The Circle.
Mark Dynamix Australia’s number one house DJ spins house, prog and electro March 9 at Tommy’s.