Thursday,
DECEMBER25
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Cameron Chu
Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth
rolling favourites.
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro
What: Live Music
International and local artists live from
3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight,
Richard Samuels.
Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont
Wh0: Murphy’s Lagh High energy Celtic and Irish pub
favourites.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub
Who: The Wayouts Kevin Ness and Andrew McLatchie create smooth,
upbeat cover classics for a special Christmas day performance.
Where: Crystal Lounge
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Surgeon’s Christmas Beats For all of the orphans who
are away from home during the holidays, the Fish is hosting a special party
with DJ Surgeon, with presents and prizes for all the good boys and girls. No
cover (Merry Christmas!) Doors at 9 p.m.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Happy Thursday One of the biggest nights at one of the
biggest clubs in town ... you do the math! Resident DJ R3 dishes out top hip
hop, mash-ups and dance tracks. This is THE night out. Be there. Plus, weekly
movie premieres and giveaways.
Tonight, Orphan’s Christmas Special.
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Home Away From Home Holiday Party Beats Expect a
serious Christmas party, with a headlining performance by DJ Al Churchill,
featuring the hottest international club hits with new electro house, coupled
with wobbly funky fidget. Doors at 9:30 p.m., free cover until 11 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Funk 45 Christmas Jam Come out to celebrate the
holidays with DJ Ali B (UK), Vinyl Ritchie, Foxy Moron and more friends for a
special all-vinyl session during apres!
Where: GLC
Friday,
DECEMBER26
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Cameron Chu
Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth
rolling favourites.
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro
What: Fairmont Friday International and local artists live
from
3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9
p.m. to midnight. Tonight, Richard Samuels.
Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont
Who: Craig Brennan A local strummer plays a wide range of
your cover favourites.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Wh0: Murphy’s Lagh High energy Celtic and Irish pub
favourites.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub
What: Payday Friday Party The infamous local duo of Guitar
Doug and Grateful Greg (better known around town as The Hairfarmers) bring the
house down with their endless list of cover classics. Check out a tried and
true apres session with the masters from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., followed by an
evening session from 9 p.m. til midnight.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: White Lies Vancouver-based classic and contemporary
rock all night long. $5 cover.
Where: Pemberton Hotel
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Boxing Day Bash Party in the mountains with DJ Rich-A
and Praiz spinning old school, hip hop, rock, breaks, mash-ups and reggae
dancehall for a special boxing day blowout. Doors at 9:30 p.m. Free cover until
11 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Heat Friday
A brand-new all female line-up heats up the lounge and dance club this
winter! House beats in the upstairs lounge, while the combined forces of two
local DJs, R3 and Rob Baanks, hit the decks downstairs. Call for reservations.
Where: Savage Beagle
Who: DJ PHD The mad scientist spins away, concocting new
musical creations to rock the dance floor during an apres session.
Where: Longhorn Saloon
Who: DJ Kemo w/JT James Juno award-winning producer, DJ
Kemo, joins the Fish’s very own JT James to play the hottest R&B, hip hop,
and house on the planet! Doors at 9 p.m.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Weekend Party Come for dinner, stay for the party! The
crowd is mature and the vibe is great, with DJ Diamond Doug playing an
assortment of old and new hits. Doors at 8 p.m.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
WhAT: Ladies Night Presents... The Boxing Day blowout sale!
Everything must go! There isn’t a lot of room on the dance floor at this Friday
night hotspot. This week, Whistler’s freshest, DJ Metal, spins hip hop, reggae,
electro, and mash-ups. Ladies get in free! Doors at 9 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Friday, Friday DJ Rosco is on the decks, pumping out
female-friendly hip hop, electro, and party smashers -- this set is not to be
missed!
Where: Garfinkel’s
Saturday,
DECember27
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Cameron Chu
Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth
rolling favourites.
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro
Wh0: Bruce Coughlan Duo High energy Celtic and Irish pub
faves, with a bit of rock and roll and folk thrown in for good measure.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub
What: Live Music
International and local artists live from
3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight,
Richard Samuels.
Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont
Who: Craig Brennan A local strummer plays a wide range of
your cove favourites.
Where: Crystal Lounge
WHo: Whole Lotta Led Close your eyes, and you’d swear its
Led Zeppelin on the stage -- these guys know how to seriously rock out. What
better way to celebrate the new season? Come early, because this show sold out
pretty quickly last time! Show starts at 10 p.m.
Where: Longhorn Saloon
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Ladies VIP Saturdays The weekend crowd rocks out to
Whistler’s party DJs throwing down top 40s, house tracks and your favourite
80’s hits. The dance floor is always full for this party. This week, DJ Rich-A
and Praiz rock the weekend out with mash-ups, old school, hip hop, top 40 hits,
house and much more. Doors at 9:30 p.m. Free cover for ladies till 11 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: The Big Party DJ Rob Baanks blows the roof off this
place each and every Saturday, with mash-ups and party bangers from all genres
-- his eclectic style is all his own! Reservations recommended.
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Jetset Xmas Special Destination: Munich. Leg 2 of the
party destination world tour lands in Munich, Germany. Celebrate the season in
style with in-flight attendants and sexy lederhosen ladies at the Beagle.
Where: Savage Beagle
What: Seduction Saturday
Come out and get seduced... The dynamic duo of DJ Rosco and
MC Nobody Really make the club bounce like no other: Rosco, spinning an
eclectic mix of hip hop, electro and club anthems all night long, while Nobody
Really spits verses to get the crowd pumped up. Doors at 9 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: Puf the Majik DJ Puf gets dirty with a mix of R&B
grinders, retro rock and big club anthems. Doors at 9 p.m.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Weekend Party Come for dinner, stay for the party! The
crowd is mature and the vibe is great, with DJ Diamond Doug playing an
assortment of old and new hits. Doors at 8 p.m.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
Who: DJs Ricochet & Lon These local DJs play a sick mix
of house and top 40 to get the dance floor really moving. $5 cover.
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Sunday,
DECember28
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Cameron Chu
Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth
rolling favourites.
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro
What: Jam Night Play alongside Kostaman for Whistler’s
longest running jam night. Mics, guitars, bass, drum kit and percussion
available. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Wh0: Bruce Coughlan Duo High energy Celtic and Irish pub
faves, with a bit of rock and roll and folk thrown in for good measure.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub
What: Afterburn Party The infamous local duo of Guitar Doug
and Grateful Greg (aka The Hairfarmers) bring the house down with their endless
list of cover classics. Check out a tried and true party with a loyal following
of “farm hands,” starting at 8:30 p.m.
Where: GLC
What: Live Music
International and local artists live from
3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight, Colin
Bullock.
Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont
CLUBS AND DJs
WHat: Locals’ Night Prepare to have your socks and ski boots
rocked off at this legendary party. DJ PHD, the mad scientist, has a degree in
making you dance like crazy! Doors at 8 p.m.
Where: Longhorn Saloon
what: Soul Kitchen This long-running club night features the
best in local and international electronic music. This week,DJ Tim Livingstone
cooks up a full serving of wobble, breaks, house, tech and progessive in the
kitchen. Doors at 9:30 p.m. Free cover until 11 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
what: Sunday Sounds Glow in the Dark Party It’s Whistler’s
newest house night, with Fidel Ca$hflow supplying the tunes, pumping out an
intoxicating mix of high energy house, electro, and mash-ups. Free glow in the
dark gear at the door! Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: DJ Push and Play Join DJ Push and Play as he hits the
club with the hottest Top 40 hits, dirtiest R&B grinders and latest retro
remixes. Doors at 9 p.m.
Where: Maxx Fish
Monday,
december29
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
what: Karaoke
“I Will Survive” won’t sing itself, so come out to belt out all your
favourite hits.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Cameron Chu
Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth
rolling favourites.
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro
What: Live Music
International and local artists live from
3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight, Colin
Bullock.
Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont
Who: The Hairfarmers The infamous local duo of Guitar Doug
and Grateful Greg (aka The Hairfarmers) bring the house down with their endless
list of cover classics. Check out a tried and true apres session with a loyal
following of “farm hands,” starting at 3:30 p.m. and running until 6:30 p.m.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: Garaj Mahal Jazz funk fusion at its finest! Guitar,
sitar, bass, keyboards and drums. This promises to be a funky good time!
Tickets $20. Doors at 9 p.m.
Where: GLC
What: Open Mic Night The Gnar Boots crew hosts a special
open mic session each and every Monday night, with all electric instruments at
your disposal. Blues, punk and more -- this night offers a myriad of musical
styles for all tastes and talents. Starts at 9 p.m.
Where: Dusty’s
Wh0: Bruce Coughlan Duo High energy Celtic and Irish pub
faves, with a bit of rock and roll and folk thrown in for good measure.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: MSTRKRFT Come watch the master at work. This
long-awaited show is presented by Bluprint & The Essential “I Fvcking Love
Music!” Advance tickets sold out, limited tickets available at the door at 9
p.m.
Where: Garfinkel’s
what: Monday Funday DJ Metal will be manning the booth
tonight, spinning a seamless mix of hip hop, metal, reggae, electro, mash-ups
and more. Doors at 9 p.m., free cover.
Where: Moe Joe’s
what: 80’s Night DJ Ryder starts the week off right at this
local’s night, with old school dance jams, hip hop classics, and 80’s
throwbacks. If you don your finest neon spandex attire and join the party, 1/2
price cover until 11 p.m., and first 50 people through the doors get in for
free. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: DJ Tom Don’t wait out in the cold! Join DJ Tom as he
plays a banging mix of retro classics, top 40, and party rockers. Doors at 9
p.m.
Where: Maxx Fish
Tuesday
december30
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Cameron Chu
Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth
rolling favourites.
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro
What: Live Music
International and local artists live from
3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight, Colin
Bullock.
Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont
Who: The Hairfarmers The infamous local duo of Guitar Doug
and Grateful Greg (aka The Hairfarmers) bring the house down with their endless
list of cover classics. Check out a tried and true apres session with a loyal
following of “farm hands,” starting at 3:30 p.m. and running until 6:30 p.m.
Where: Merlin’s
Wh0: Bruce Coughlan Duo High energy Celtic and Irish pub
faves, with a bit of rock and roll and folk thrown in for good measure.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub
Wh0: The Release Presented by Moe Joe’s Live Concert Series,
this four-piece local jamband plays an upbeat mix of original grooves using
keyboard, flute, sax and vocals. All original funky jamrock -- Phish meets The
Beatles, James Brown and more. Doors at 9 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Clubs and DJs
what: The Underground Kitchen Didn’t get enough on Sunday
night? Tommy’s has added a brand-new night to its roster, and this week, DJs
Surgeon and Ricochet team up to play some of the dirtiest underground beats --
breakbeats, fidget, drum ‘n’ bass, and glitch -- all night long! Doors at 9:30
p.m. Free cover for locals.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Celebration Tuesdays Hip hop duo, Faction Sound Crew,
mash it up in the dance club, while I Love Music’s Andreas Morel takes over the
lounge. Where: Savage Beagle
Who: DJ Dakota Local DJ extraordinaire spins the night away
with some stellar sets.
Where: Crystal Lounge
What: Really Good Tuesdays Ali B, resident at Fabric in
London and a UK breakbeat pioneer, is bringing his funky breaks and club
anthems to Whistler.
Doors at 9
p.m.
Where: Maxx Fish
Wednesday
december31
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Live Music
International and local artists live. Tonight, Colin Bullock live from
3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., followed by Richard Samuels from 8 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont
Who: Cameron Chu
Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth
rolling favourites.
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro
What: Kokanee Meltdown The infamous local duo of Guitar Doug
and Grateful Greg (aka The Hairfarmers) bring the house down with their endless
list of cover classics. Check out a tried and true party with a loyal following
of “farm hands,” starting at 3:30 p.m. and running until 6:30 p.m. Games,
prizes and more!
Where: Merlin’s
Who: Fall of Summer These local rockers are joined by
special guests, Flawed
by Design,
for a special NYE performance. $10 cover.
Where: Pemberton Hotel
CLUBS AND DJs
See our guide to NYE on page 97 for a complete list of
parties and events!
Thursday,
January1
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Cameron Chu
Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth
rolling favourites.
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro
What: Live Music
International and local artists live from
3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight,
Richard Samuels.
Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Service Industry NYE Party Beats The local service
industry gets a chance to ring in the New Year alongside Party Beats’ DJ Tim
Livingstone and a special guest drummer playing the best of international club
music -- electro house, tech and funky, wobbly fidget. Doors at 9:30 p.m., free
cover until 11 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Local’s New Years For those that missed it the first
time-round, the Fish is doing it all over again! Catch a midnight countdown
with champagne toast, and no cover! Local DJs Ron 2 Real play funky breaks,
ska, reggae, mash-ups and disco trash. Doors at 9 p.m.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Happy Thursday One of the biggest nights at one of the
biggest clubs in town ... you do the math! Resident DJ R3 dishes out top hip
hop, mash-ups and dance tracks. This is THE night out. Be there. Plus, weekly
movie premieres and giveaways.
Happy New Year! Party on!
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Thursday Takeover Don’t let the name deceive you, DJ
Metal plays just about anything to get the crowd moving: spinning some super
fresh hip hop, reggae, electronic and more. Doors at 10 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Industry NYE Celebration An evening for everyone who
had to work hard on the real NYE -- drink specials, champagne at midnight, and
appies before 10 p.m.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
****ADDITIONAL NEW YEARS LISTINGS
What: Tommy Africa’s New Years Party Beats
Start off your New Year in style at
Tommy Africa’s New Years edition of their classic Party Beats evening. DJ
Rich-A plays popular music, ranging from top 40, hip hop, old school and
R&B, that promises to pack the dance floor, while hors d’oeuvres and
champagne circulate when the clock strikes 12. Tickets are $69, and are
available at Tommy’s after 9:30 p.m. every day before the event, and at the
door. You can also snag them online at clubzone.com or clubvibes.com. Doors
open at 9 p.m. Call 604-932-6090 to make table reservations. Dress to impress!
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Uncorked! Maxx Fish is the place to make memories this
NYE. Ministry of Sound Canada touring DJ, Puf the Majik DJ, supplies the beats
for this party, mixing every sort of party track imaginable: top 40, R&B,
house, electro, and party rockers galore. And with Shits and Giggles
transforming the bar for the evening, it’s sure to be a sight to behold, as
well! Tickets are $75, which includes gourmet appetizers, party favours, and a
champagne toast at midnight. Doors at 9:30 p.m. Contact 604-932-1904, or visit
the Fish in person any night after 9 p.m. to purchase tickets.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Winter Wonderland 2009 Garf’s hosts one of the biggest
parties in town to welcome in 2009 -- in fact, it’s been a sold-out event for
15 years running. DJ R3 and Andreas Morel
will man the decks, bringing a mix of top 40 dance, hip hop and retro,
combined with high-energy dance and house later in the evening. Tickets are $90
before Christmas, $100 after, and $125 on NYE, with each ticket holder
receiving a bottle of champagne, and, of course, appetizers at midnight. Doors
at 9 p.m. VIP packages and table reservatons are also available -- contact
604-932-2323 or info@garfswhistler.com for more info or tickets.
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Classic New Years Eve 2009 The newly-renovated Savage
Beagle is offering up a musical journey through time, starting with disco and
ending with today’s top 40 and house, courtesy of DJ Rob Baanks and Chris
Brown. An all-female staff will serve up a special selection of seasonal
holidays, and VIP and table reservations are also available. Tickets are $75
for early birds, $90 after Christmas, with each ticket holder receiving a
bottle of champagne and appetizers at midnight. Doors at 9 p.m. Contact
604-938-3337 or info@garfswhistler.com (subj: savage beagle) for more info and
tickets.
Where: Savage Beagle
What: NYE ‘09 The biggest party of the year at Whistler’s good-time
headquarters. Expect a classic NYE party, with long-time local and resident DJ
Rosco on the decks, spinning an eclectic mix of hip hop, R&B, electro, top
40, club anthems and old school classics. Since it’s NYE, you can also expect
hors d’oeuvres, party favours and a champagne toast when the ball drops at
midnight! Tickets are $75, and the doors open at 9 p.m. Contact 604-935-1152 or
visit in person during the evenings to purchase yours.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: NYE at the GLC Ring in the New Year at this coveted
local hotspot -- cozy up around the fireplace, as DJ Ali B (UK), Vinyl Ritchie
and Foxy Moron take their turns at the decks, getting the dance floor packed
and moving. Tickets are $75 at the GLC -- get ‘em quick, because they sell-out
fast!
Where: GLC
What: New Year With a Bang! Looking for a bit more
sophisticated way to spend the last evening of 2008, but still want to have
loads of fun? The FireRock has just the ticket -- Chef Jeffrey Young whips up
an equisite a la carte menu, while the Goby Catt & Catt Pack entertain the
crowd. Group tables can be reserve with a pre-purchase of Cristal or Dom
Perignon, or individual tickets can be purchased at $30 per person in advance,
or $35 at the door. For more information, contact Katt at 604-966-4726. Doors
at 8 p.m.
Where: FireRock Lounge at the Westin
What: New Year’s at Roland’s Come join the party in
Creekside!
Prepare to have your
eardrums enthralled by this group’s mix of original music and reworked covers,
as they provide the evening’s entertainment. Tickets are $10 for general
admission, which includes party favours. Add $29.95 if you want to parttake in
the buffet, as well. Party starts at 9 p.m. For more info, contact
604-932-5940.
Where: Roland’s
What: New Years with The Hairfarmers The infamous local duo
of Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg bring the house down with their endless list
of cover classics during a very special New Years Eve performance. Prepare to
rock out for the rest of 2008! Party starts at 10 p.m.
Where: Merlin’s
What: Grand New Years 2009 Celebration Toast the New Year at
Bill’s, with DJ Peacefrog getting the party truly rocking. Walk down their red
carpet and enjoy a taste of the good life, with the Times Square countdown
featured on big-screen TVs, appetizers, a champagne toast, and party favours
galore! Tickets are $150 and are available at www.buffalobills.ca or by calling
604-932-6613.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Longhorn Saloon’s Legendary New Years Eve Celebration
Celebrate the New Year in style, with a “mountain casual extravaganza” of
festivities, including a live New Years Eve countdown, DJ performance,
champagne toast at midnight, hors d’oeuvres, complimentary coat check, and
dessert bar. Doors at 8 p.m., open ‘til 3 a.m. Tickets are $75 and are
available at www.longhornsaloon.ca. After-party tickets are just $25.
Where: The Longhorn Saloon
What: NYE at Dubh Linn Gate
Get ready for a rocking good time at this Irish pub! Tickets
are $135.00, which includes a prime rib and salmon buffet, early bird cocktail,
champagne at midnight, party favours, and live music with Murphy’s Lagh
starting at 9:30 p.m. Tickets normally sell out by Dec. 29, so get a move on,
and contact cmarshall@dubhlinngate.com for more info.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub
What: NYE at Dusty’s Countdown in Creekside! This
favourite
local hotspot is ringing
in the New Year with the help of the five-piece rock and roll cover band, Air
Borne. Tickets are $50, which includes a champagne toast at midnight and party
favours. You can snag your tickets at the bar.
Where: Dusty’s
What: Countdown at the Crystal This long-time favourite
local watering hole is taking a more laidback approach to the holiday -- G
Willy, an acoustic musician, will be providing the entertainment for the
evening, with party favours and a champagne toast at midnight included in the
$10 entry fee (charged after 8 p.m.). No pre-sold tickets, just show up!
Where: Crystal Lounge