Pique to Valley Listings Nov. 29 Dec. 5
Friday, Nov. 29
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Unparalleled 3; Soul Slide
Who: Up Productions
Where: MY Place
Amp yourself up for the winter. Let the extreme freeheel skiing sensation slide through your senses with this third film in the freeheel series.
Who: Whole Damn County
Where: Moe Joes
Whistlers favourite cover band playing the best rock of the 90s and today, plus throws in a few of their own originals along the way.
Who: Murphys Lagh
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Damien Brennan from Belfast & Chris OBrien on fiddle, play their high energy Celtic, Irish and light rock.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
Come let the girls take a load off for you after a busy week at work.
Who: Will Mimnaugh
Where: The Crabshack
Theres always a large local following for this guitar virtuoso.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: The Second Cup
A solo gig from the local funkster for the coffee crowd.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Chris Viner and Ghetto Boy
Where: Maxx Fish
Its funk house and full-on dance night, while Ziptrek give out free tours.
Who: DJ Yann Solo
Where: Garfinkels
Hip hop hooray, its Friday.
Who: Mat the Alien
Where: Tommy Africas
Some people come to Whistler just to see this guy play. Spinning funk, hip hop and drum n bass, the night is guaranteed to get you moving.
Who: DJ Peacefrog
Where: Buffalo Bills
Master of the mainstream mix melding magic for the masses.
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
Playing Top 40, hip hop and dance.
PUBS AND PATIOS
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Come check out the newly renovated champagne bar. Open 7 nights a week from 5 p.m.
Where: Citta
It may be getting colder, but Citta has those long windows and big heaters that makes it still the place to watch the world go by.
Where: The Brew House
Kick back with a locally brewed beer and enjoy a game of pool by the big log fire.
Where: Havana Lounge
Located above Castros Cuban Cigar Store, cocoon yourself in large leather chairs to take in special film screenings, estate coffees and decadent desserts. Open Thursday-Sunday nights.
Where: Hozs Pub
Check out a different side of Whistler down in the newly sidewalked Creek.
Where: Amsterdam Pub & Café
Sure its getting chilly, but The Dam has these great heaters that blast the warmth down onto the patio, so even when its cold, you dont have to be.
Where: Blacks Pub
The construction is almost complete and it looks like Blacks is going to have one almighty patio any day now.
Where: Tapleys Neighbourhood Pub
Is exactly that, neighbourly, and it also has some of the very best pub food in Whistler, not to mention all the big screen sports action, keno and darts you could ask for. A new smoking lounge and patio are coming.
Where: The Longhorn Saloon
Theyve got free Ping-Pong, free darts and free pool (Monday to Thursday for the pool). What more do you need to help while away the wait for the snow?
Saturday, Nov. 30
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: The Best of the Banff Mtn. Film Festival
Where: Myrtle Phillip Community Centre
The best of this years mountain films, from filmmakers around the world. See feature story.
What: At the End of the Universe Slide Show
Where: MY Place
Mountain explorer and local legend Ptor Spricenieks takes you to the places most of us only dream about. See story.
What: Reload
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co.
Hot DJs, hot tubs, hot fire spinners and big bangin sounds to help you reload and reunite for the winter. See story.
Who: Garaj Mahal
Where: The Boot Pub
If you like your jazz music mixed up with unique elements from around the world, then youll love this funked up bunch.
Who: Suzanne Wilson
Where: The Crystal Lounge
It must be ski season if Suzannes back with apres-ski entertainment.
Who: Murphys Lagh
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
The only Irish bar in town with traditional music, food and atmosphere.
Who: Leanne Lamour
Where: Hozs Pub
Local favourite brings her brand of contemporary and traditional Celtic rock to Hozs.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: Superfunk with DJ Keph
Where: Maxx Fish
Blasting all of his uber-sexy funk, R&B, dance, and Hip Hop, this boyll make everyone look good.
Who: DJ R3
Where: Garfinkels
Garfs gone wild spinning the best hip hop and dance in Whistler. Expect a long line if you dont get your act together early enough.
Who: DJ Milton
Where: Tommy Africas
Got to be the best house night in Whistler, simply because Milton knows exactly how to get the crowd going. Get in early and catch the go-go dancers.
Who: DJ Peacefrog
Where: Buffalo Bills
The master of the mainstream mix doing his things for the stags and stagettes that dominate Bills on the weekends.
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
See Fridays listing.
Who: DJ Tone Ballone
Where: Moe Joes
A drinkin and dancin kind of place for a whole lot of fun.
What: Locals Living Room
Where: The Boot
Its an endless summer on Saturday nights. Come catch a wave and sample a V.B., which by the way, is not a vitamin.
Sunday, Dec. 1
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: The Best of the Banff Mtn Film Festival
Where: Myrtle Phillip Community Centre
See story
Who: Garaj Mahal
Where: The Boot Pub
Rave reviews all guarantee Garaj Mahal will get you in the groove with their jazz funk fusing.
Who: Exithiside
Where; The Crabshack
Rising Vancouver band bring their energetic hard rock and punk influences to shake the shack.
What: Open Mic night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Humble home music-makers take to the stage and soak up the spotlight for a casual evening of untapped talent at the lounge. Hosted by Randy of Whistler Music, the tunes start at 8 p.m.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Glue and friends.
Where: The Longhorn Saloon
Chill out to funky lounge beats for a slightly different Longhorn experience.
What: Soul Kitchen
Who: DJ Jelo
Where: Tommy Africas
Jelo jets in from Toronto to play progressive house for the party people, hosted by DJ Czech.
What: Reggae Beats and Breaks
Where: Maxx Fish
DJ "C" the Selecta legalizes every Sunday night.
What: Coyote Ugly
Where: Moe Joes
Whistlers hottest females on top of the bar and behind the bar.
Who: DJ Tiny Elvis
Where: Buffalo Bills
The King of the turntables.
Monday, Dec. 2
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: the Bob Funk Band
Where: The Boot
Local favourites make it just another magic Monday.
What: Karaoke Night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Expect it all the good, the bad, and the ugly. Where all the wannabes gettabe.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Fresh Meat Mondays
Where: Maxx Fish
Peruse and pick over the new locals while grooving to the awesome hip hop, R&B and Top 40 of DJ R3.
What: Retro Night with DJ Ryder
Where: Tommy Africas
The biggest retro night in Whistler, come on in and check out the new club.
Who: DJ Tiny Elvis
Where: Buffalo Bills
Lord almighty, feel your temperature risin.
Tuesday, Dec. 3
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Jungle n Breaks
Who: Marky Mark and O.J
Where: Tommy Africas
Vancouvers finest break out more than enough break beats. Two DJs, four turntables all night long. Hosted by DJ Toddski.
What: Creekside Karaoke
Where: Hozs Pub
Finally, something for those down in Creekside. No need to go all the way to town, just come on down to Hozs for some karaoke.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
You wont see many Pointe shoes on this stage. But thats not exactly the point of the Boot Ballet.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Bombay Sapphire Ladies Night
Where: Garfinkels
A gorgeous night filled with sexxy house. Local DJ Shandy Rae and Vancouver DJs on rotation. Ladies free before 10:30, $4 after .
What: Disco Night
Where: Moe Joes
Put together your best disco duds and come boogie on down until you just cant boogie no more.
Who: DJ Seanski
Where: The Savage Beagle
One of the most popular nights of the week, hip hop rules the air tonight.
Who: DJ Peacefrog
Where: Buffalo Bills
Playing Top 40, hip hop and dance mixed together smooth as smooth can be.
Wednesday, Dec. 4
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Wes
Where: The Crabshack
Dont know too much about Wes, but we know hes playing The Shack.
Who: Guitar Doug
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
This local legend plays great covers and originals that go great with Guinness.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
See girls dance. See guys stare.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Lifted
Who: Dave Tipper
Where: Tommy Africas
DJ Milton says this tribal and tech house night is for all the locals who cant make it on Saturdays. Hell go a little harder with help from Dave Tipper.
What: Ping Pong Party
Where: The Longhorn Saloon
Get your ping and your pong on for a shot at cash and prizes.
Who: DJ Peacefrog
Where: Buffalo Bills
See Tuesdays listing.
What: Spare Grooves
Where: Maxx Fish
Mat the Alien and Kilo Cee show off their talents on four turntables, with special guest MCs every week. A huge one for the locals.
Who: DJ Def Dubs
Where: Savage Beagle
Old school hip hop and breaks.
What: Locals night
Where: Moe Joes
Featuring live blues with the band Brickhouse. This locals night is the real deal. Their prices mean you can afford to stay out a little longer than usual.
Thursday, Dec. 5
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Keeping it Real
Who: Cold Snap
Where: The Boot Pub
Real rock n roll all night long to help you play good pool and win money. Forget the glitz of the village at this genuine locals haunt.
What: Dogtown and Z-Boys After Party
Where: Tommy Africas
Go see the movie and then come on down to Tommys for a celebration of skateboarding.
Who: Winter Harp
Where: MY Place
Candles, carols, costumes and three of the worlds oldest instruments. See story.
Who: Andrea
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Andrea sings the covers you love. Live music starts at 8 p.m.
What: Its All Bull
Where: The Longhorn Saloon
Dare to ride the bad boy, a big mechanical bull, or just watch the hilarious action.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Proud to be Locals Night
Where: Garfinkels
DJ Erin and guests give it some at the legendary locals night of nights. Be warned: arrive early.
What: Retro-Bution
Where: Maxx Fish
DJ Mr Fister spins retro-bution. If you dont like 80s dance music, dont come. Just dont!
What: Thirstdays
Where: Buffalo Bills
DJ Peacefrog, Master of Mainstream, plays all the gems to get you grooving.
What: Eye Candy with DJ R3
Where: Tommy Africas
Sweets to stimulate all your senses.
What: Ladies night
Where: Moe Joes
This night looks good, smells good and for the ladies, its all good.
Who: Tanner Hall
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip hop, R&B and house music..
UPCOMING EVENTS
Glenn Mishaw CD launch, The Crystal Lounge, Dec. 7
R-Rated: The Party, GLC, Dec. 7
Whole Lotta Zed, The Boot, Dec. 9
Wes Makepeace & Jay Greenway, Maxx Fish, Dec. 10
Snowscene, Nokia Snowboard FIS World Cup, Dec. 12-15
Swollen Members, Dec. 13
The Inaugural Amateur Boot Ballet, The Boot, Dec. 21