Friday, Dec. 5
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Whistler Film Festival
Where: Rainbow Theatre, Village 8 Cinemas
The third annual Whistler Film Fest is in full swing. Fridays lineup includes three filmmaker forum sessions and six feature film presentations. Individual screening tickets are $8.50, available at Nesters Market, Tourism Whistlers Information & Activity Centre, and the Festival Box Office in Blackcomb Lodge, and by phone at 604-938-3323. Log onto www.whistlerfilmfestival.com for a complete schedule.
Who: The New Deal with Mat the Alien
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
The Toronto-based organic electronica groove trio swing by the GLC. Whistlers favourite DJ, Mat the Alien, spins a funk & soul set to open. Tickets $15 in advance from Blueballs Boutique, The Electric Daisy Internet Café and the GLC, $20 at the door.
Who: Josh Gontier
Where: Crystal Lounge
A night of acoustic covers and original tunes by a member of the currently on hiatus Slow Nerve Action. Gontiers eclectic influences run from Hendrix to Beck to Jeff Buckley to Ween.
What: Payday Friday
Who: Guitar Doug and the Hairfarmers
Where: Merlins
The incomparable Daddy-O of the Patio Guitar Doug starts the festivities off with apres tunes from 3 to 6 p.m. Hes joined onstage by his partner in Hair Grateful Greg at 8:30 for a party that lasts until the wee hours.
Who: WDC
Where: Moe Joes
The local rockers are back in town after a brief recording hiatus. Popular rock covers played with the great energy that has earned them a loyal following at their regular Friday night gig.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old-school jazz and R&B tributes from piano-man Chu.
Who: Bally Oak
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
A high-spirited guitar and fiddle duo covering all the Irish classics.
What: Community Piano Recital
Where: Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church
Local teacher Joanne Heppner presents 30 piano students, ages 4-13. Admission is a non-perishable food item for the Whistler Food Bank. Recital starts at 7 p.m. Refreshments to follow.
Who: Monkey Business
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Classic rock.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
Buck naked babes shake their booty for the boys. Bring tips.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bills
The Frog spins all the best mainstream dance floor faves to kick off of the weekend. Closed 4-8 p.m. for a private function.
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 R3
Where: Garfinkels
Dance the night away to a booty-grooving mix of hip-hop and funky R&B.
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.
Saturday, Dec. 6
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Whistler Film Festival
Where: Rainbow Theatre, Village 8 Cinemas
The third annual Whistler Film Fest is in full swing. Saturdays lineup includes two filmmaker forum sessions, six feature film presentations and the popular festival shortfest series. Individual screening tickets are $8.50, available at Nesters Market, Tourism Whistlers Information & Activity Centre, the Festival Box Office in Blackcomb Lodge, and by phone at 604-938-3323. Log onto www.whistlerfilmfestival.com for a complete schedule.
What: Passion: The Festival Party
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Party with Whistler Film Fest folk to sexy dance grooves by Toronto-based organic electronica trio The New Deal. Whistlers favourite DJ, Mat the Alien, spins a funk & soul set to open. Tickets $25. Doors at 9:30 p.m. Ph: 604-938-3323. www.whistlerfilmfestival.com.
What: Freakers Ball
Where: Merlins
The 7 th Annual Extremely Canadian season kickoff party. Fetish fantasy costumes, prize giveaways and music by Wonderbread. Tickets $20, currently sold out, but potential partygoers can add their name to the waiting list. Doors at 8:30 p.m. Ph: 604-938-9656.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Chill tunes on weekend afternoons for those who want to sit and sip their coffee.
Who: Bally Oak
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
A high-spirited guitar and fiddle duo covering all the Irish classics.
Who: Josh Gontier
Where: Crystal Lounge
A night of acoustic covers and original tunes by a member of the currently on hiatus Slow Nerve Action. Gontiers eclectic influences run from Hendrix to Beck to Jeff Buckley to Ween.
Who: Monkey Business
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Classic rock.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old-school jazz and R&B tributes from piano-man Chu.
What: Pilgrimage Climbing Film Premiere
Where: Howe Sound Inn ("The Brew Pub"), Squamish
A presentation of the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival, Josh Lowells latest film follows rock climbing god Chris Sharmas bouldering pilgrimage through the South of India. Also screening: Whistler alpinist Dave Sarkanys short film Chilko Lake on Ice, and Squamish climber Matt Maddalonis Squamish Long Free Routes slide show, which also features shots by Andrew Querner, Paul Bride and Dave Humphreys. Tickets $9 available in advance at the Brew Pub. Ph: 604-892-2603.
CLUBS AND DJS
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
Open for apres all afternoon, then again in the evening when the master of the mainstream mix does his thing for the infamous Bills stagette parties.
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
Dropping the best Top 40, hip hop, R&B and house cuts in the red lounge or down below.
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 and guests throw down the Top 40, hip-hop and funky house tracks for a dance party like no other. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
PUBS AND PATIOS
Where: Casa Tapas and Wine Bar
The jazz-infused lounge bar welcomes the funky set that want a relaxed yet 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: The Longhorn Saloon
The prime-positioned patio is an internationally renowned aprés 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: BBKs Pub
A small, friendly pub nestled in the heart of Blackcomb Village. 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 apres 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 apres.
Sunday, Dec. 7
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Whistler Film Festival
Where: Rainbow Theatre, Village 8 Cinemas
The festival wraps up today with eight feature film presentations, including this years Family Program, a world premiere screening of Canadian director Robert Vinces Most Xtreme Primate. Family program tickets $5 kids under 18, $7.50 adults. Regular individual screening tickets $8.50 available at Nesters Market, Tourism Whistlers Information & Activity Centre, and the Festival Box Office in Blackcomb Lodge, and by phone at 604-938-3323. Log onto www.whistlerfilmfestival.com for a complete schedule.
Who: The Supersuckers with Speeddealer & The Rod Iron Haulers
Where: Garfinkels
Evil, southern-fried, dirty rock n roll; the kind yer mama warned you about. Tickets $20 in advance from Blueballs Boutique, The Electric Daisy Internet Café and Garfinkels, $22 at the door.
What: 2 nd Community Benefit Concert
Where: Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church
An eclectic mix of singers and instrumentalists come together to raise money and collect donations for the Whistler Food Bank. Featuring the Whistler Singers, Ali Milner, Mollie Greenfield, Sheri Feeley and more. Concert starts at 7 p.m. Tickets $10 adults, $5 children under 12 (children under 3 free). Ph: 604-938-6435.
Who: Transmission
Where: Boot Pub
Local hard rock foursome holds down the fort at the Boot this Sunday night, while The Punk Night takes a one-week hiatus. 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. Winter hours mean the Crystals now open from 2 p.m. on.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Mat the Aliens Birthday Party
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
In honour of his birthday Whistlers favourite DJ is bringing up MCs Subliminal JC and Ty C of MK Ultra along with hip-hop collective Fresh Coast. Admission by donation.
What: Soul Kitchen
Where: Tommy Africas
The Kitchens special this week is Fortune House Vancouver DJ Muchi laying down house tracks and lucky breaks from the centre booth. The granddaddy of Whistler club nights at 11 years and counting. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
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.
What: Old School Funk Night
Where: Moe Joes
Deep down and dirty funk grooves at the bass-ment bar every Sunday night.
Monday, Dec. 8
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: The Red Elvises
Where: Buffalo Bills
Crazy surf punks from Siberia. Seriously. Russia. DJ Richie Rich fills in between sets. Tickets: $10. Ph: 604-932-6613.
Who: Junior Sanchez with IRS, Len, Boz, Output & Stay
Where: Garfinkels
Super-groovy dance tunes from the Brazilian beatmaster, whos touring with a five-opening band crew. Yeah, thats the same Len that stole your sunshine a few years back. Tickets $20, available in advance from Blueballs Boutique, The Electric Daisy Internet Café and Garfinkels.
What: Monday Madness featuring Blue Quarter
Where: Boot Pub
Funky, improv-laced, electro-lounge grooves from the Banff-based three-piece.
What: Karaoke Night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Come by in the evening and belt out a rocker to celebrate making it through the weekend. Winter hours mean the Crystals now open from 2 p.m. on.
What: Open Mic Night with Creekside Phil and Grateful Greg
Where: Dustys
Acoustic open mic opportunity for aspiring rockers hosted by two local musicians with a show or two under their belts.
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 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Savage Beagle
Old skool grooves in the sultry upstairs bar or the dance floor down below.
What: DJ Nasa/Foozball Tournament
Where: Moe Joes
While Nasa spins mainstream dance floor rockers, pay $5 for the chance to become the best foozballer in Whistler, a title that will earn you more respect than the mayor.
Tuesday, Dec. 9
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: The Red Elvises
Where: Buffalo Bills
Crazy Siberian surf punks. Seriously. Russia. DJ Peace Frog fills in between sets. Tickets: $10. Ph: 604-932-6613.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old-school jazz and R&B tributes from piano-man Chu.
What: Karaoke with Fernando
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Sing among friends at the Pem Ho.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Beautiful babes lose the tutus and flaunt their flexibility.
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
Who: Jason from WDC
Where: Moe Joes
Think youve got what it takes to be a musician? Jason from WDC hosts a night where you can put your money where your mouth is.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Jungle n Breaks Night Dirty Beats Grand Opening Party
Where: Garfinkels
Celebrate the opening of new Whistler record store Dirty Beats, featuring DJ duelling with Marky Mark and Toddski up against Jungle Souldier and Plastic Surgeon. www.dirtybeats.ca.
What: 90s Night
Where: Tommy Africas
A new nostalgia night, bringing back the last decade of the last millennium. DJ Trix throws down tracks by 2Unlimited, Real2Real and Corona. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJs Seanski & Wax
Where: Savage Beagle
Transplanted New Yorker Seanski throws down phat tunes at this hip-hop and old-skool night, six years strong and counting.
Wednesday, Dec. 10
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Liberate Winter
Who: Exitthisside
Where: Buffalo Bills
Groove Catalyst Productions brings in the Vancouver punk band currently tearing up the radio airwaves for their season-opening party. Plus a Westbeach, DC & Spy Eyewear fashion show and DJ Andre Di Cicco spinning hip-hop and funky house. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Ph: 604-902-1514.
What: Girls of Whistler Calendar Release Party
Who: Langdon Auger
Where: Garfinkels
Celebrate the release of the locally-produced 2004 calendar alongside the hotties that mark each month, and groove to smooth mic stylings of Island hip-hopper Auger.
Who: Wes Makepeace
Where: Crab Shack
Local boy rocks out acoustic sets for his hardworking skater following.
Who: Guitar Doug
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Hes back in town and hes ready to party. Doug plays tunes worth a toast of your pint.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
A flesh-fest for the fellas. Bring plenty of tips.
Who: Everyday People
Where: Moe Joes
The popular locals night will be bringing in different bands every week. DJ Lambchops fills in between sets.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Cash Wednesdays
Who: DJ Gary Moore & Noel Boogie
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. Special guest DJ Noel Boogie joins Moore and like 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. 11
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Dave Trimble
Where: Crystal Lounge
Local solo acoustic artist plays old and new tunes with timeless appeal.
What: Liquid Jazz Thursdays
Where: La Bocca
Smooth swing, funk and jazz grooves from Vancouvers Cory Curtis and Shawn Killaly on bass and drums, and a different guest musician rounding out the trio each week. Music starts 8 p.m.
Who: Guitar Doug
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Hes back in town and hes ready to party. Doug plays tunes worth a toast of your pint.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Eye Candy
Where: Tommy Africas
Double the ladies night: no cover for girls plus the Tommys babes strutting their stuff to Top 40 tunes. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
What: Thirstdays
Where: Buffalo Bills
Rock anthems and groovy hit tunes.
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 Underdogg.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sailesh the Hypnotist, Dec. 13.
The Wassabi Collective, Dec. 16.
XXXMas Party, Dec. 18.
Tony & Tinas Wedding, Dec. 22.