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Nightlife Listings Dec. 23-30

This week's entertainment listings

Thursday,

december23

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTs

WhAT: LUNA–Yo Merry! Chill with the LUNA crew (Late and Unique Nighttime Alternatives to the bar and club scene for young adults). Christmas dinner and movies, Iron Chef Cookie Bakeoff. Ticket: $2 members/$4 non-members. www.lunawhistler.com.

Where: Spruce Grove Field House

Who: Cameron Chu & Guests Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guest performers.

Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Who: Bowen Boys Fiddle-driven Celtic pub favourites with locals Rob Thompson and Cam Salay.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

Who: Rob Funk Piano and guitar tunes with the laid back local musician.

Where: Mallard Lounge

Who: Luis Giraldo Jazzy lounge piano and vocals. 4-6 p.m. & 10 p.m.-midnight.

Where: Fifty-Two 80 Bistro & Bar

What: Das Boot Ballet This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes shakin’ it four nights a week.

Where: Boot Pub

What: Jam Night Take the mic and show ’em what you’ve got.

Where: Pem berton Hotel

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJ Dakota Chill hip-hop tracks.

Where: Crystal Lounge

What: Club Shred Party tunes with DJ Buddha.

Where: Merlin’s

What: Locals Night Popular party night with DJ Trix and friends.

Where: Garfinkel’s

Who: DJ Skinny Top 40 dance tunes.

Where: Down Under

Who: DJ Rosco Hip-hop, dancehall and R&B.

Where: Moe Joe’s

What: Break Rocks Breakbeats and rock ’n’ roll with DJ Rob Banks, also on the decks for après-ski starting at 3 p.m.

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

What: Party Beats House music with DJ Little Al from Birmingham, U.K.

where: Tommy Africa’s

Friday,

december24

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Guitar Doug The return of a Whistler legend just in time for a rockin’ Christmas Eve. Seasons Pass giveaway at midnight. Merry Christmas!

Where: Merlin’s

Who: KostaMan & the Mighty Backhoes Live reggae and world beat grooves.

Where: Crystal Lounge

Who: Greg Alcock Lounge piano player covers everything from Scott Joplin to Elton John. 4-6 p.m. & 10 p.m.-midnight.

Where: Fifty-Two 80 Bistro & Bar

Wh0: Last Call Friday night house band plays the rockin’ hits you wanna hear.

Where: Moe Joe’s

What: Karaoke Fridays Live open mic jam and karaoke night hosted by DJ Steve Jiu.

Where: Crab Shack

Who: Cameron Chu & Guests Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guest performers.

Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Who: Rob Funk Piano and guitar tunes with the laid back local musician. 3:30-5:30 and 9-midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

What: Das Boot Ballet This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes shakin’ it four nights a week.

Where: Boot Pub

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJ Garth Funky house music in the evening. Rob Banks is on the decks for après-ski starting at 3 p.m.

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

What: Hip-hop Friday Hip-hop and R&B hits with DJ Rob Banks. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Who: DJ Peacefrog Mainstream dance floor faves to kick off the weekend.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Who: DJ Derek Top 40 hip-hop and R&B in the red lounge and down below.

Where: Savage Beagle

What: Fresh Meat Fridays Rock, house and Top 40 dance tunes with DJ Skinny.

Where: Down Under

Who: DJ PhD Silky smooth hip-hop and R&B.

Where: Garfinkel’s

Saturday,

december25

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Jay Bonnell & Dave Crowley Local musicians from Leth Dodis and The Minions share the stage at the ’Shack.

Where: Crab Shack

Who: KostaMan & the Mighty Backhoes Live reggae and world beat grooves.

Where: Crystal Lounge

Who: Cam Salay & Moritz Behm High energy Celtic pub favourites. Après-ski and evening sets.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

Who: Cameron Chu & Guests Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guest performers.

Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Who: Rob Funk Piano and guitar tunes with the laid back local musician. 3:30-5:30 and 9-midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

What: Noon Tunes Rob Funk, KostaMan and guests play for the coffee crowd.

Where: Second Cup

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJ Seanski The ex-New Yorker spins the funkiest old and new school hip-hop, reggae and R&B tracks in the Beagle bass-ment.

Where: Savage Beagle

What: X-Mas Goodtimes Hip-hop, house and Top 40 dance floor hits with DJ Trix. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

What: The Big Party Super Saturday night DJ Rob Banks lays down hip-hop and top 40 hits.

Where: Garfinkel’s

Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Who: DJ Easy Leigh Party tunes to getcha’ on the dance floor.

Where: Moe Joe’s

What: Merry Fistmas Christmas pyjama party with local DJ Mr. Fister. Turkey dinner special, decor, X-Mas movie by Heavy Hitting Films, optional $5 gift exchange. Rob Banks on the decks for après-ski starting at 3 p.m.

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Who: Full Moon Party Solartribe in the house with DJs Loki, Garth and Syrdon.

Where: Merlin’s

Who: DJ Skinny Rock, house and Top 40 dance tunes.

Where: Down Under

Sunday,

december26

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: The Hairfarmers Boxing Day bash with legendary local rock duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg. Seasons Pass giveaway!

Where: Dusty’s

Who: KostaMan & The Mighty Backhoes Live reggae grooves in the evening. DJ Phroh throws down après-ski reggae tracks starting at 3 p.m.

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. 3:30-5:30 and 9-midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

What: The Punk Night Whistler’s ultimate anti-club night. This week: local punk band Truth Be Told. Ph: 604-932-3338.

Where: Boot Pub

Who: Leth Dodis Whistler cover band is still going strong, playing all your favourite rockers.

Where: Crab Shack

Who: Cam Salay & Moritz Behm High energy Celtic pub favourites. Après-ski and evening sets.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

Who: Gregory Shea Jazz and swing lounge piano. 4-6 p.m. & 10 p.m.-midnight.

Where: Fifty-Two 80 Bistro & Bar

What: Noon Tunes Rob Funk, KostaMan and guests play for the coffee crowd.

Where: Second Cup

CLUBS AND DJS

What: Sunday Night Bounce Boxing Day bounce with Vancouver’s DJ Flipout of AMP and The Beat 94.5.

Where: Garfinkel’s

Who: DJ Rosco Hip-hop hits in the Beagle bass-ment.

Where: Savage Beagle

Who: DJ Buddha Après-ski tunes.

Where: Merlin’s

What: Soul Kitchen A Boxing Day bash with Vancouver’s DJ Hebegebe throwing down funky, chunky house beats. The granddaddy of Whistler club nights at 12 years and counting.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

What: Sunday Church Session DJ Garth and guests throw down old and new-school house music anthems. Doors at 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

What: Locals Night Party tunes by DJ McKeeman and weekly Dynastar ski giveaways.

Where: Longhorn Saloon

What: Sexually Oriented Sunday Top 40 dance tunes for a weekend ender bender.

Where: Down Under

Monday,

december27

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Cease & Desist Classic rock at après-ski. 2:30 -5:30 p.m.

Where: Monk’s Grill

Who: Suzanne Wilson Après-ski and evening tunes with the local lass.

Where: Merlin’s

Who: Cameron Chu & Guests Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guest performers.

Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. 3:30-5:30 and 9-midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

Who: The Minions with Truth Be Told Rock and metal Monday mayhem with two local bands.

Where: Garfinkel’s

What: Karaoke Night Take the mic and let yourself go – Gloria Gaynor’s ‘I Will Survive’ won’t sing itself.

Where: Crystal Lounge

Who: Doug & Shannon Rollicking pub music with local legend Guitar Doug and Shannon Saunders of bluegrass band The Splinters. Après-ski and evening sets.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

What: Reggae Night Locals Kosta Man and the Mighty Backhoes jammin’ all night long with special guest DJ Phroh. Doors at 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Who: Gregory Shea Jazz and swing lounge piano. 4-6 p.m. & 10 p.m.-midnight.

Where: Fifty-Two 80 Bistro & Bar

What: Open Mic Step up and play. Hosted by Greg and Phil from local Zeppelin tribute Whole Lotta Led.

Where: Dusty’s

CLUBS AND DJS

What: ’80s Night ’80s retro tracks with DJ Ryder all night long. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Who: DJ Rosco Hip-hop, dancehall and R&B.

Where: Savage Beagle

Who: Mr Fister Cool electro and funky breakbeats in the evening and for après-ski starting at 3 p.m.

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

What: Martini Monday All request tunes.

Where: Down Under

Tuesday,

december28

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Cease & Desist Classic rock at après-ski. 2:30 -5:30 p.m.

Where: Monk’s Grill

Who: Nearly Neil Sweet Caroline! Whistler’s own notorious Neil Diamond tribute is back to rock the ’Shack.

Where: Crab Shack.

Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. 4-6 p.m. & 10 p.m.-midnight.

Where: Fifty-Two 80 Bistro & Bar

Who: Cameron Chu & Guests Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guest performers.

Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

What: Open Mic Night Grab your guitar or settle in with a pint and let other locals surprise you.

Where: Black’s Pub

Who: Doug & Shannon Rollicking pub music with local legend Guitar Doug and Shannon Saunders of bluegrass band The Splinters. Après-ski and evening sets.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

Who: Melanie Dekker Jazzy pop-rock guitar tunes with the local favourite. 3:30-5:30 and 9-midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

What: Das Boot Ballet This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes shakin’ it four nights a week.

Where: Boot Pub

CLUBS AND DJs

Who: DJ Ace Whistler’s it girl throws down eclectic grooves and bitchin’ beats starting at 3 p.m. for après-ski and going all night long.

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

What: Cowgirls Inc. Rock and country tunes with Coyote Ugly-inspired dancers.

Where: Moe Joe’s

What: Hip-Hop Night New York native DJ Seanski is on the decks at Whistler’s longest-running hip-hop night – seven years and counting!

Where: Savage Beagle

What: Foundation JnB Productions and Dirty Beats weekly club night. House, breaks and drum ’n’ bass. Ph: 604-935-3135.

Where: Garfinkel’s

Who: DJ Loki House tracks in the evening and for après-ski.

Where: Merlin’s

What: ’90s Night Dance hits from yester-decade with DJ Trix. Free cover.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

What: Industry Night Rock, beats and Top 40 dance tunes.

Where: Down Under

Wednesday,

december29

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Wes Makepeace Acoustic rockers with the Whistler local.

Where: Crab Shack

Who: Cease & Desist Classic rock at après-ski. 2:30 -5:30 p.m.

Where: Monk’s Grill

Who: Cameron Chu & Guests Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guest performers.

Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. 4-6 p.m. & 10-p.m. - midnight.

Where: Fifty-Two 80 Bistro & Bar

Who: Doug & Shannon Rollicking pub music with local legend Guitar Doug and Shannon Saunders of bluegrass band The Splinters. Après-ski and evening sets.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

Who: Melanie Dekker Jazzy pop-rock guitar tunes with the local favourite. 3:30-5:30 and 9-midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

What: Das Boot Ballet This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes shakin’ it four nights a week.

Where: Boot Pub

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJ Buddha Après-ski tunes.

Where: Merlin’s

Who: DJ Garth Jazzy house grooves starting at 3 p.m. for après-ski and going all night.

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

What: Wet Wednesdays Top 40 dance tunes.

Where: Down Under

Who: Mat the Alien Popular local scratch technician is back at the decks. Hip-hop, funk, breaks, drum ’n’ bass and other delights.

Where: Moe Joe’s

What: STACKed in Whistler DJ Lush from Celebrities in Vancouver comes north for the night. Funk, electro, rock, punk, new wave-anything goes.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

What: Industry Night Industry deals and a rockin’ locals scene. Tunes by DJ Peacefrog.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Who: DJ Tanner Hip-hop and dancehall tracks with the Faction Sound Crew member.

Where: Savage Beagle

What: In Bed with Garfinkel’s Confessions of a Speedway Chick. Racy Garf’s Girls and house tunes by DJ Kori K.

Where: Garfinkel’s

Thursday,

december30

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTs

Who: Cameron Chu & Guests Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guest performers.

Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Who: Doug & Shannon Rollicking pub music with local legend Guitar Doug and Shannon Saunders of bluegrass band The Splinters. Après-ski and evening sets.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

Who: Cease & Desist Classic rock at après-ski. 2:30 -5:30 p.m.

Where: Monk’s Grill

Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. 4-6 p.m. & 10-p.m. - midnight.

Where: Fifty-Two 80 Bistro & Bar

Who: Melanie Dekker Jazzy pop-rock guitar tunes with the local favourite. 3:30-5:30 and 9-midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

Who: Living Room Laidback jams with locals Mike Redmond, Phil-T-Beats and Raj.

Where: Crystal Lounge

What: Das Boot Ballet This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes shakin’ it four nights a week.

Where: Boot Pub

What: Jam Night Take the mic and show ’em what you’ve got.

Where: Pem berton Hotel

CLUBS AND DJS

What: Locals Night Popular party night with DJ Trix and friends.

Where: Garfinkel’s

What: Break Rocks Breakbeats and rock ’n’ roll with DJ Rob Banks, also on the decks for après-ski starting at 3 p.m.

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

What: Party Beats House music and dance floor hits with DJ Garth and guests.

where: Tommy Africa’s

Who: DJ Derek Top 40 dance flloor hits.

where: Savage Beagle

What: Club Shred Party tunes with DJ Buddha.

where: Merlin’s

Who: DJ Skinny Top 40 dance tunes.

Where: Down Under

Who: DJ Rosco Hip-hop, dancehall and R&B.

Where: Moe Joe’s