Friday, Dec. 14
ON STAGE
Who:
HairfarmersWhere:
MerlinsFolksy psychedelic rock from the Hairfarmers duo, with Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg on vocals.
Who:
Suzanne WilsonWhere:
Crystal LoungeWilson fills this cozy lounge that has the feel of home with guitar favourites.
Who:
Wes MackayWhere:
Mallard LoungeWes plays the jazz and blues at the Mallard.
Who:
Murphys LaghWhere:
Dubh Linn GateUpbeat Irish music from the Vancouver band keeps you merrily merrymaking this winter night. Go Irish!
Who:
The Cameron Chu Jazz TrioWhere:
The Bearfoot BistroSmooth jazzy sounds from Cameron and guests, as well as a glass of wine from one of the finest selections in town.
What:
Das Boot BalletWhere:
The Boot PubThe only place in town to enjoy adult beverages and adult entertainment.
CLUBS AND DJS
What:
Fresh Fridays with DJ R3Where:
GarfinkelsDJ Sanchez spins his local favourites so you can cut a rug.
Who:
Passion FridaysWhere:
Tommy AfricasWhistlers own DJ Erin keeps grooving all night long with an incredibly delicious mix of funky vocal house including UK re-mixes.
Who
: DJ RichWhere:
Buffalo BillsDJ Rich plays all your favourites while you linger mid-week for a bevie.
What:
Double Ought BuckWhere:
Maxx FishDouble Ought Buck with dj brokenarrow at Maxx classic yet nouveau sounds.
Who:
DJ DerekWhere
: Savage BeagleNot to be disappointed, DJ Derek plays hip hop, top 40 and R&B. Come check it out!
Who:
DJ Laurent de St. Laurent and Kid Kio from TokyoWhere:
Blacks PubMixing old skool with hip hop beats and rare grooves, unwind with some break beats with a little touch of Jimi too, 4:30-6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m.
PUBS & PATIOS
Where:
CittaLocated in the centre of the action, its the top spot for people watching. Stay warm under the patio heaters or relax upstairs in the pool room.
Where:
Amsterdam CaféParty central. This little spot in the village has it all music, food and drinks day and night. Great place to watch or interact with the local colour.
Where
: BBKs PubIts a locals favourite for unwinding after a hard day. This cozy pub in the Upper Village has a fine selection of B.C. wines and micro-brewed beer, as well as an outstanding menu. Settle in on their couches for a game of cards or gab with their colourful bartenders. "We Be Smoke-free!"
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Tapleys Neighbourhood PubCasual atmosphere for warm conversation and cold beer. Bar staff operate a sound system of rock and roll numbers and the outdoor patio gives patrons the best air in the world.
Where:
The Brew HouseFor a big place, it sure has a cozy atmosphere. Great bar food and drinks, as well as a big screen TV all the comforts of home minus the remote control. The bar staff also pump out classic rock and top 40 from the sound system.
Where:
Hozs PubDown to earth pub but still in that Whistler style. Just a hop, skip and a jump from that brisk walk on the Valley Trail in Whistler Creekside.
Saturday, Dec. 15
LIVE & LOVING IT
Who:
The Hairfarmers apres-skiWhere
: MerlinsSantas little helpers the Hairfarmer bring you the gift of the jam, plus reggae night from Club Shred follows. Whistlers best rasta party, mon.
Who:
Suzanne WilsonWhere:
Crystal LoungeSee Fridays listings.
Who:
Groove JunkiesWhere:
The ShackGrooving tunes from the Groove Junkies, in the comfy booths of the Shack. Ho ho ho!
Who:
Wes MackayWhere:
Mallard LoungeSee Fridays listings.
Who:
Murphys LaghWhere:
Dubh Linn GateSee Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who:
DJ LarryWhere:
DustysSeason openers with tunes from Larry at the foot of the mountain. Come to the Creek!
Who:
DJ DerekWhere:
Savage BeagleSee Fridays listings.
Who:
DJ StoliWhere:
GarfinkelsStoli mixes up your favourites for a Saturday night boogie or barfly mode.
Who:
DJ Peace FrogWhere:
Buffalo BillsBills is busy avoid the lineups and come early for dinner. Stay late for the party.
Who:
DJ Chris VinerWhere:
Tommy AfricasTommys resident DJ throws down a cool mix of retro and funk house.
Who:
Super Funk with DJ KephWhere:
Maxx FishTracks from DJ Kephs mixed bag of funky tricks.
Who:
DJ Laurent de St. Laurent and Kid Kio from TokyoWhere:
Blacks PubSee Fridays listings.
Sunday, Dec. 16
ON THE MIC
Who
: The Black HalosWhere
: Boot PubEx subpop records band jams hard punk with Sex Pistols badness and underground black garb . Part of the Boots Alternative Concerts series.
Who:
musica intimaWhere
: Maurice Young Millennium PlaceA 12-member vocal ensemble from Vancouver perform seasonal, sacred music. Reception at 6:30 p.m., show time 7:30. A fund-raiser for the Alta Lake School.
Who:
Wes MackayWhere:
Mallard LoungeSee Fridayss listings.
Who:
Whole Damn CountyWhere:
The ShackLocal favourites play cover tunes and some originals at the Shack every Sunday night.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who:
DJ PeacefrogWhere:
Buffalo BillsSee Saturdays listings.
Who:
CheckmateWhere:
GarfinkelsThe Vancouver hip hop artist entertains Whistler with his trio of beats. See article.
Who:
DJ DerekWhere:
Savage BeagleTop 40 hip hop with R&B from DJ Derek.
What
: Soul KitchenWho:
Resident DJ JeloWhere:
Tommy AfricasWhistlers longest running techno night brings you funky break beat and house, with Jelo all the way from Toronna.
What:
Hip Hop NightWhere:
Maxx FishFresh and unique drum and bass sounds of Perfect Combo, with your host Matt the Alien.
Who:
LarryWhere
: DustysBluesy Sunday apres with DJ Larry.
Monday, Dec. 17
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
What:
EruptionWhere:
Buffalo BillsMight as well jump! Eruption, a Van Halen tribute band, brings you the best covers from guitar delight Eddie Van Halen and David Lee Roth.
Who:
Grames Bros.Where:
Boot PubThe Grames Bros. Funk and groove at the Boot Pub. Come shake a leg!
Who:
Leanne and KylaWhere:
Dubh Linn GateCeltic tunes from the cheery duo warm up your evening.
Who:
Lee AaronWhere:
Mallard LoungeCanadian singer songwriter is still moving and grooving with sultry selections tonight, lounge-side.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who:
DJ Laurent de St. Laurent and Kid Kio from TokyoWhat:
Fight ClubWhere:
GarfinkelsTwo DJs mix it up with their own special blend Sunday at Garfs.
What:
Magnum OpusWhere:
Tommy AfricasEight years running, dress to impress on this retro-boogie night. Prizes for the best sequined halters and polyester anything.
What:
Shits and GigglesWhere:
Maxx FishDJ Vinyl Ritchie, with Scott Arkwell who returns as DJ this season.
What:
DriveWhere:
Savage BeagleDJs Chris Viner, Lenni Milton playing deep and funky house.
Tuesday, Dec. 18
IN THE FLESH
Who:
Leanne and KylaWhere:
Dubh Linn GateSee Mondays listings.
What:
Disco FeverWhere:
Moe JoesStill dolling out wads of cash for velour collars and really bad belt buckles? Come on out!
What:
Open MicWhere:
Amsterdam Pub CaféTune up your guitars and come jam on Tuesday. Play live with Whistlers best local musicians on our open stage. Randy, of Whistler Music, is your host.
What:
Das Boot BalletWhere:
Boot PubSee Fridays listings.
Who:
: Lee AaronWhere:
Mallard LoungeSee Mondays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who:
DJ Miguel SanchezWhere:
GarfinkelsGin n Juice Tuesdays with DJ R3 mixing it up.
What:
DJs Little T and Ghetto Boy.Where:
Maxx FishExperience the downtempo funk of Ghetto Boy and then groove to the works of Little T at Cinema Tuesdays.
What:
GrooverobberWho
: Sodapop.Where:
Tommy AfricasAn exclusive night of drum n bass with Sodapop.
Who:
DJ SeanskiWhere:
Savage BeagleThe longest running hip-hop night in Whistler.
What:
Phat TuesdaysWhere:
Tommy AfricasJungle n breaks with DJ Souldier and the freshest Whistler vibe.
Wednesday, Dec. 19
ALIVE & KICKING
Who:
Dave Crowley BandWhere
: The ShackWhite Trash Wednesdays live at the Shack. Bring a muskrat and find out how to cook it.
Who:
Lee AaronWhere:
Mallard LoungeSee Mondays listings.
What:
Open Mic NightWhere:
Second Cup CaféCoffee house rock. Open floor for all musicians to croon til sunrise well, at least until closing. Whistler Music supplies the mic; bring you instruments and have an espresso.
Who:
Leanne and KylaWhere:
Dubh Linn GateSee Tuesdays listings.
What:
Das Boot BalletWhere:
Boot PubSee Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
What:
Vinyl SurvivorWhere:
MerlinsCome spin your finest, from amateurs to the professionals at Merlins.
What
: Dance night for all your local staffersWhere:
Moe JoesCut loose and tie one on at this underground dance cave.
Who
: DJ CzechWhere:
GarfinkelsSee Sundays listings.
What:
Spare GroovesWhere:
Maxx FishSpare Grooves with Matt the Alien and Kilo Cee. Whistlers premiere Hip Hop night. Two DJs, four turntables unlimited energy!
What:
WiggleWhere:
Savage BeagleDJ Milton with house music vibes.
Who:
DJ Diamond DougWhere:
Buffalo BillsSee Tuesdays listings.
Who:
Country DJ Legend Ian ShawWhat:
Rockin RodeoWhere:
Tommy AfricasStrap on your spurs! Whistlers only country night honky-tonk and rockabilly.
Thursday, Dec. 20
LIVE & LOVING IT
Who:
Rob Thompson DuoWhere:
Crystal LoungeMore live music from the upbeat contemporary group at the lounge.
Who:
EcclestonsWhere:
Dubh Linn GateThe Ecclestons play Celtic tunes for the audience at the old Irish pub.
Who:
Downtown Jay Brown and the White GuyWhere:
The ShackNight Fever runs rampant Whistlers own Jay Romany with Rajan Das & Mike Lavoie play Charlie Handsome Cat and Bee Gees tunes from the recesses of your mind. Seventies revival every Thursday through the season.
What:
E-sound presents the local jam nightWhere:
Boot PubIts open mic night. Come jam with musicians from around the valley, with your best ditties on call. Cmon, you know you wanna!
Who:
Melissa HigginsWhere:
Mallard LoungePiano and vocals from Ms. Higgins, who brings you adult contemporary sounds tonight.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who:
DJ Laurent de St. Laurent and Kid Kio from TokyoWhere:
Blacks PubSee Fridays listings.
What:
Ladies NightWhere:
Moe JoesAll for the women. Ladies night looks good, smells good, its all good.
What:
WaxedWhere:
Savage BeagleDJ Milton with a mix of hip hop and deep house.
Who:
DJ PeacefrogWhere:
Buffalo BillsSee Saturdays listings.
Who:
MC Velvet K!What:
Disco EruptionWhere:
Tommy AfricasPlay that funky music, white boy. The biggest disco night comes to Whistler.
What:
Locals NightWhere:
GarfinkelsStill the best locals night 10 years running. DJ Stoli with guest DJ Erin shake things up down below.
Who:
Guest DJs at KriptonightWhere:
Maxx FishAwesome guest DJs from the presenters of Hibernation are putting it on again.