Friday, Dec. 19
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: The Whistler Singers
Where: MY (Millennium) Place
Part of Whistler since 1983, the adult community choir presents an evening of beloved seasonal favourites. Tickets $12-$15. Ph: 604-935-8410.
What: Kitty Kat Revue WAG Fundraiser
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A Pussycat Dolls-style burlesque show by Whistler Dance Academy to raise money for local shelter Whistler Animals Galore. Shows at 6:30 & 9:30 p.m. Admission by donation.
Who: Mike Weterings
Where: Crystal Lounge
World-beat inspired rock grooves.
Who: The Hairfarmers
Where: Merlins
Local legends Guitar Doug & Grateful Greg start singin all your favourite rockers at après, then come back in the evening to finish the night off right.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old-school jazz and R&B tributes from piano-man Chu.
Who: John Reynolds
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
The hearty Irish singer/songwriter is known to weave a yarn or two into his set. Music worth a toast of your pint.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
Buck naked babes shake their booty for the boys. Bring tips.
Who: Trama
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Classic rock.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A funky après set of R&B, soul, hip-hop and reggae.
What: Strange Tango with DJ Milton
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Stick around after the Kitty Kat Revue and dance to sexy house music from local DJ Milton, in for Tango regular Keph.
Who: DJ Buddha
Where: Dustys
Chill, old-school hip-hop tunes in Creekside.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bills
Mainstream dance floor faves to kick off of the weekend, starting at 8 p.m.
What: Flavour Fridays
Where: Tommy Africas
DJ Rob Banks throws down all the hip-hop and R&B hits to kick off a wild weekend. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
Dropping the best Top 40 hip-hop, R&B and house cuts in the red lounge and down below.
Who: DJ Tone Ballone
Where: Moe Joes
All the mainstream favourites that get the dance floor rockin.
Saturday, Dec. 20
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Creekside Celebration Grand Opening of Franz Trail
Where: Whistler Creekside
Afternoon family entertainment includes jugglers, balloon artists, and face painting, plus music by the Blue River Band and a poi performance (fire spinning). 2:30-6:30 p.m.
Who: musica intima
Where: MY (Millennium) Place
The renowned 12-voice a cappella choir from Vancouver presents a classical Christmas concert. Intermission fundraising silent auction for Alta Lake School. Tickets $20-$30. Ph: 604-935-8410.
Who: Exithiside
Where: Crab Shack
The Vancouver pop-punkers rock out the high-energy tunes that made them the kings of Vancouver radio.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Delta Village Suites
Jazzy Christmas tunes on the lobby lounges baby grand from 5 to 7 p.m.
Who: Mike Weterings
Where: Crystal Lounge
World-beat inspired rock grooves.
Who: John Reynolds
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
The hearty Irish singer/songwriter is known to weave a yarn or two into his set. Music worth a toast of your pint.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old-school jazz and R&B tributes from piano-man Chu.
Who: Whole Lotta Led
Where: Dustys
The Creekside Community Celebration wraps up with Whistlers one and only Led Zeppelin tribute act. Tickets $4, doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Chill tunes on weekend afternoons for those who want to sit a while and sip their coffee.
Who: Trama
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Classic rock.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
A mix of hip-hop, R&B & Top 40 dance tunes for chilling in the upstairs lounge or getting down in the bass-ment.
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A funky après set of soul, hip-hop, reggae and R&B from 3 to 7 p.m.
Who: DJ Buddha
Where: Merlins
Buddha is one with everything from Top 40 to hip-hop to reggae.
What: Garfs Gone Wild
Where: Garfinkels
DJ R3 throws down silky smooth hip-hop, dance tracks and old-skool beatz.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bills
The master of the mainstream mix does his thing for the infamous Bills stagette parties.
Who: DJ Tone Ballone
Where: Moe Joes
Popular rock and dance tunes that fill the floor and shake the walls.
What: Goodtimes with DJ Trix
Where: Tommy Africas
Trix throws down Top 40, hip-hop and funky house tracks for a dance party like no other. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
LOUNGES, PUBS AND PATIOS
Where: Longhorn Saloon
The prime-positioned patio is an internationally renowned après spot. Saturdays, check out Hockey Night in Canada as its meant to be watched, among friends, and on two 10-foot-wide TV screens.
Where: Mallard Lounge at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler
A classic dark-panelled bar for the premium scotch-on-the-rocks set.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A high-ceilinged room on top of the Whistler gondola station with a sunny deck for checking out hillside action.
Where: Casa Tapas and Wine Bar
The jazz-infused lounge bar welcomes the funky set that want a relaxed yet more sophisticated night out.
Where: Citta
Cittas has nice long windows and a big deck in the Village Square making it the ideal place to meet and watch the world go by.
Where: The BrewHouse
Kick back with a locally brewed beer and play a game of pool or two in the casual atmosphere by the creek.
Where: Amsterdam Pub & Café
The Dam has cool tunes, unusual artwork and great burgers.
Where: Blacks Pub
A cozy spot overlooking the plaza by the Whistler and Blackcomb gondolas and a great place to chill out and dream about bike park days past and snow days to come.
Where: Tapleys Neighbourhood Pub
The games always on the big screen TV, plus keno, darts and some of the best value pub food in Whistler.
Where: BBKs Pub
A small, friendly pub nestled in the heart of Blackcomb. Good eats, bartending staff who know their wines, and a unique photo gallery.
Where: Merlins
The popular apres spot at the base of Blackcomb serves up a great plate of nachos. Open seven days a week for après and beyond.
Where: Hozs Pub
In funky Creekside, enjoy a Whistler original with an excellent patio for watching the sun set.
Where: Dustys
The place to be for Creekside après.
Sunday, Dec. 21
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Delta Suites
Jazzy Christmas tunes on the lobby lounges baby grand from 5 to 7 p.m.
What: The Punk Night
Who: Chinatown with the Iotolas
Where: Boot Pub
Skaters and the anti-club crowd join with indie rockers to take back the night. Tickets $5 at the door. Ph: 604-932-3338.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Chill tunes on weekend afternoons for those who want to sit a while and sip their coffee.
Who: WDC
Where: Crab Shack
Familiar high-energy rock covers by the band the locals love.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old-school jazz and R&B tributes from piano-man Chu.
What: Open Mic night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Humble shower singers and basement guitar gods take the stage for a casual evening of untapped talent.
Who: John Reynolds
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
The hearty Irish singer/songwriter is known to weave a yarn or two into his set. Music worth a toast of your pint.
What: Warren Millers Journey
Where: MY (Millennium) Place
The iconic father of the ski films latest offering features an impressive list of the worlds best snowriders in locations on four continents, and includes a tribute to late snowboarding legend Craig Kelly. Tickets $9.99. Shows at 6:30 and 9 p.m. Ph: 604-935-8410.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Soul Kitchen
Where: Tommy Africas
The Kitchens special this week is the man that started it all, DJ Czech, laying down deep beats and breaks from the centre booth. The granddaddy of Whistler club nights at 11 years and counting. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A funky après set of soul, hip-hop, reggae and R&B from 3 to 7 p.m.
Who: DJ Buddha
Where: Merlins
Buddha is one with everything, from Top 40 to hip-hop to reggae for après and beyond.
What: Moe Funk Night with DJ Kyluge (the Funksta Queen)
Where: Moe Joes
Dust off your 70s gear and boogie down to all the funk classics.
What: DJ Richie Rich
Where: Buffalo Bills
Keep the weekend going! Richie Rich plays mainstream dance faves thatll make you feel like its Saturday night all over again.
Monday, Dec. 22
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Tony n Tinas Wedding
Where: Westin Resort & Spa
The beloved interactive show where audience members become guests at the very Italian wedding of Anthony Nunzio and Valentina Vitale. Includes Italian buffet dinner. Adult tickets $135-$220, kids $95-$125. Ph: 604-935-4324.
What: Warren Millers Journey
Where: MY (Millennium) Place
The iconic father of the ski films latest offering features an impressive list of the worlds best snowriders in locations on four continents, and includes a tribute to late snowboarding legend Craig Kelly. Tickets $9.99. Shows at 6:30 and 9 p.m. Ph: 604-935-8410.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Delta Suites
Jazzy Christmas tunes on the lobby lounges baby grand from 5 to 7 p.m.
Who: Doug & Kyla
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Whistler legend Guitar Doug joins with the violin stylings of Kyla to make sweet Celtic music magic.
What: Karaoke Night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Come by in the evening and belt out a rocker to celebrate making it through the weekend.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old-school jazz and R&B tributes from piano-man Chu.
What: Open Mic Night with Creekside Phil & Grateful Greg
Where: Dustys
Acoustic opportunity for aspiring rockers hosted by two locals with a show or two under their belts.
What: Open Mic Night with Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Bring and instrument and join local groovemaster Funk for an open coffeshop jam. 7-11 p.m.
What: Locals Foozball Tournament
Where: Moe Joes
$5 buys you the chance to become the best foozballer in Whistler, a title that will earn you more respect than Mayor. Tourney starts at 8:30 p.m.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: 80s Night
Where: Tommy Africas
DJ Ryder rocks out retro-style playing the best of MJ, Tears for Fears and Like A Virgin-era Madonna. Doors at 8:30 p.m.
Who: DJ Richie Rich
Where: Buffalo Bills
Top 40 hits and mainstream dance floor anthems. Whistler Heli-Ski Party every après at 3 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 23
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Tony n Tinas Wedding
Where: Westin Resort & Spa
The beloved interactive show where audience members become guests at the very Italian wedding of Anthony Nunzio and Valentina Vitale. Includes Italian buffet dinner. Adult tickets $135-$220, kids $95-$125. Ph: 604-935-4324.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Delta Suites
Jazzy Christmas tunes on the lobby lounges baby grand from 5 to 7 p.m.
Who: DJ duel: Scotty Arkwell vs. Jungle Souldier
Where: Garfinkels
Old-school Arkwell takes on JnBs own Jungle Souldier for a battle of the breaks at Whistlers jungle n breaks club night.
Who: Doug & Kyla
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Whistler legend Guitar Doug joins with the violin stylings of Kyla to make sweet Celtic music magic.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old-school jazz and R&B tributes from piano-man Chu.
What: Open Mic Night
Where: Blacks Pub
Get cozy and check out some new talent at this impromptu showing. Might even be time to put your money where your mouth is and dust off that old guitar.
What: Open Mic Night
Where: Moe Joes
Think youve got what it takes to be a musician? Jason from local band WDC will give the opportunity to put your money where your mouth is. 8 to 11 p.m., then stick around for tunes from DJ Diamond Doug.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: 90s Night
Where: Tommy Africas
A new nostalgia night, bringing back the last decade of the last millennium. DJ Trix spins one hit wonder dance tracks. Doors at 9:30 p.m. Free cover.
Who: DJs Seanski & Wax
Where: Savage Beagle
Old and new skool hip-hop night, six years strong and counting.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bills
The Frog keeps the good tunes rockin in the cozy room.
Who: DJ Kori K
Where: Merlins
Local boy spins funky house tunes for the après crowd.
Wednesday, Dec. 24
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Tony n Tinas Wedding
Where: Westin Resort & Spa
The beloved interactive show where audience members become guests at the very Italian wedding of Anthony Nunzio and Valentina Vitale. Includes Italian buffet dinner. Adult tickets $135-$220, kids $95-$125. Ph: 604-935-4324.
Who: Whistler Childrens Chorus
What: Annual Christmas Eve Carol Service
Where: Telus Conference Centre at Whistler
A classic carol sing and reading of the Christmas story by a cross-section of the community. Also featuring the Whistler Singers. Service starts 6:30 p.m.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Delta Suites
Jazzy Christmas tunes on the lobby lounges baby grand from 5 to 7 p.m.
Who: Cameron Chu with Bobby Taylor
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu is joined by the creamy-voiced Motown legend for an evening of old-time soul and R&B classics.
Who: Gordo
Where: Crystal Lounge
Bluesy, folksy, good-time sing-a-long tunes with a good-hearted local.
Who: Doug & Kyla
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Whistler legend Guitar Doug joins with the violin stylings of Kyla to make sweet Celtic music magic.
Who: The Delegates
Where: Merlins
Montreal punk-ska band takes the stage at the après hour and keeps going into the evening. No cover charge.
Who: Everyday People
Where: Moe Joes
Vancouver band plays old funk and dirty disco for a groovy Christmas Eve.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Dont Blame Us Blame Garfinkels!
Where: Garfinkels
Xmas Gone Bad wear your stupidest Christmas reindeer sweater and dance to funky house tunes by Whistlers DJ Milton.
What: Cash Wednesdays
Who: DJ Gary Moore
Where: Tommy Africas
Moore, a former resident of iconic London U.K. nightclub Ministry of Sound spins funk, house and breaks from the centre booth, along with special guest DJ Noel Boogie. Every week one lucky partier takes home $100 cash and the chance to win the $2,000 grand prize giveaway in April. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
What: Waxed Wednesday
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip hop with Rosco, and like every night at the Beagle, locals get in free.
Thursday, Dec. 25
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Tony n Tinas Wedding
Where: Westin Resort & Spa
The beloved interactive show where audience members become guests at the very Italian wedding of Anthony Nunzio and Valentina Vitale. Includes Italian buffet dinner. Adult tickets $135-$220, kids $95-$125. Ph: 604-935-4324.
Who: Cameron Chu with Bobby Taylor
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu is joined by the creamy-voiced Motown legend for an evening of old-time soul and R&B classics.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Delta Suites
Jazzy Christmas tunes on the lobby lounges baby grand from 5 to 7 p.m.
Who: Doug & Kyla
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Whistler legend Guitar Doug joins with the violin stylings of Kyla to make sweet Celtic music magic.
Who: The Crowley Band
Where: Maxx Fish
If all you want for Christmas is to rock, check out Whistlers metal maniacs playing Priest, Sabbath, Motorhead and more.
Who: Leth Dodis
Where: Moe Joes
Intense new age rockers played by members of local band WDC.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Hip-hop Thursdays in the Lounge
Where: Crystal Lounge
Local boy DJ Dakota spins a chill hip-hop set for the hipsters that hang at the old-school cocktail bar.
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A funky après set of soul, hip-hop, reggae and R&B from 3 to 7 p.m.
What: Xmas Party
Where: Tommy Africas
Celebrate Christmas with special guest DJs all night long. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bills
Rock anthems and groovy hit tunes on Christmas Day.
What: Locals Night
Where: Garfinkels
Whistlers best local DJs on rotation so the local crowd can dance their local asses off.
Who: DJ Tanner
Where: Savage Beagle
Dont worry, its not Candace Cameron from Full House playing a Debbie Gibson set. Its the return of the Digital Underdog.