Friday, June 29
ON STAGE
What
: Gilbert & Sullivan and their HeirsWhere
: Millennium PlaceWhen
: 8 p.m.This all-ages show features all your favourite G&S favourites with Vancouver Symphonys popular music director, Bramwell Tovey.
Who
: Whole Damn CountyWhere
: Moe JoesThese local boys will have you rocking for the long weekend with your favourite hits and a few originals destined to become hits.
Who
: Big UpWhat
: Live Wire FridayWhere
: GarfinkelsIts some local reggae and ska for easy groovin into the long weekend.
Who
: Cameron Chu Jazz TrioWhere
: Bearfoot BistroSmoky jazz and good wine. What better way to while away your evening?
Who
: Suzanne WilsonWhere
: Dubh Linn GateA return engagement of this popular Whistler performer, singing upbeat contemporary favourites.
Who
: Michael SicolyWhere
: Mallard LoungeMichael will keep you entertained with his never-ending lineup on piano and guitar.
Who
: Rico and NicoWhere
: KypriakisEnjoy classical Spanish guitar along with your fine food and wine.
What
: Das Boot BalletWhere
: The Boot PubLovely ladies in the flesh, and not much else!
Who
: Matt LevyWhat
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWhere, When
: Village Centre at 1 and 4:30 p.m., Mountain Square at 3:30 p.m.Family friendly interactive juggler, Matt "Stickman" Levy will delight and involve you with hilarious antics featuring feats of balance, magic, balloon artistry and flying axes, bowling balls and children!
Who
: Whistlers Royal Canadian Mounted PoliceWhat
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWhere, When
: Marketplace at 1:30 p.m., Town Plaza Gazebo at 2:30 p.m., Village Square at 4 p.m., Mountain Square at 5 p.m.Get out your cameras, there is a Mountie in town! Corporal Dave Smith, a 19-year member with the RCMP, will be riding through the streets of Whistler in full uniform with his horse Justice and dog Moose Jaw.
Who
: Stilts DuoWhat
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWhere, When
: Mountain Square at 2 p.m., Village Square at 3 p.m., Whistler Village Centre at 4 p.m.Definitely eye-catching, these colourful dancers will dazzle the streets of Whistler from 10 feet high in the air.
Who
: YardsaleWhat
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWhere, When
: Town Plaza Gazebo at 1, 2, 3:30, 4:30 p.m.This four-piece Vancouver band captures the Americana sound defined by such acts as Wilco, Steve Earle and the Jayhawks with one exception like their contemporaries Blue Rodeo, the Skydiggers and Prairie Oyster, they are 100 per cent Canadian.
Who
: Tickles and DotsWhat
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWhere, When
: Marketplace at 2:30, Upper Village at 4 and 5 p.m.Tickles and Dots A Lot are a clown duo who have been performing in B.C. for the past 11 years. Your imagination will soar on the flight of fancy provided by Tickles magic and Dots deft violin playing.
Who
: HarpistWhat
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWhere
: Mountain Square at 4, Village Square at 5 p.m.Come out and enjoy the tranquil sounds of Alison Hunters expert harp playing abilities echoing off the mountains.
CLUBS AND DJs
Who
: DJ Chris VinerWhere
: Tommy AfricasGet saucy on the dance floor with Latin-influenced production and pumpin percussion.
Who
: DJ RabidWhere
: Savage BeagleOpen-toed sandals meets baggy jeans a mix of people and music to keep you entertained all night.
Who
: DJ Little TWhere
: Maxx FishLittle T is the Friday night favourite with a great line-up of funky house.
Who
: DJ RichWhere
: Buffalo BillsThe long weekend begins at Whistlers busiest bar. The dance floor will be rocking with Top 40 and retro hits. Be here early to avoid the lineups!
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:
Tapleys Neighbourhood PubCasual atmosphere for warm conversation and cold beer. Bar staff operate a not-too-loud sound system of rock and roll numbers and the outdoor patio gives patrons the best of both worlds.
Where:
The Brew HouseGreat 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:
Amsterdam CaféParty central. This little spot in the village has it all music, food and drinks day and night. Great place for watching the local colour.
Where:
Hozs PubDown to earth pub, but still in that resort style. One of the valleys best kept secrets, located in Whistler Creekside.
Saturday, June 30
Who
: Squamish Nation Dance Group, Iswalh Dance GroupWhere
: Millennium PlaceWhen
: 2 p.m.Enjoy the beauty of traditional dance by these B.C. native dance groups.
Who
: The Bill Hilly BandWhere
: Millennium PlaceWhen
: 8 p.m.Its banjo pickin, guitar lickin good time fun for all ages. You wont be able to sit still for this Victoria sextet. Playing music that encompasses multi-cultural backgrounds, theyll make you proud to be Canadian! See article.
Who
: Whole Damn CountyWhere
: Moe JoesSee Fridays listings.
Who
: Cameron Chu Jazz TrioWhere
: Bearfoot BistroSee Fridays listings.
Who
: Rico and NicoWhere
: KypriakisSee Fridays listings.
Who
: Suzanne WilsonWhere
: Dubh Linn GateSee Fridays listings.
Who
: Michael SicolyWhere
: Mallard LoungeSee Fridays listings.
What
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWho
: Whistlers Royal Canadian Mounted PoliceWhere, When
: Mountain Square at 1, Village Square at 2, Whistler Village Centre at 3:30, Marketplace at 4:30 p.m.See Fridays listings.
What
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWho
: Matt LevyWhere, When:
Whistler Village Centre at 1:30 and 5 p.m., Mountain Square at 2:30, Village Square at 4 p.m.See Fridays listings.
What:
Whistler Street EntertainmentWho
: YardsaleWhere, When
: Town Plaza Gazebo at 1:30, 2:30, 4, 5 p.m.See Fridays listings.
What
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWho
: Tickles and DotsWhere, When
: Mountain Square at 2, Village Square at 3, Whistler Village Centre at 4:30 p.m.See Fridays listings.
What
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWho
: HarpistWhere, When
: Marketplace at 2, Upper Village at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m.See Fridays listings.
What
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWho
: StiltsWhere, When
: Town Plaza Gazebo at 3, Whistler Village Centre at 4, Village Square at 5 p.m.See Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJs
Who
: DJ StoliWhere
: GarfinkelsHes the local fave and he knows how to keep you grooving into the wee hours with the right mix of classic rock, top 40 and alternative tunes.
What
: Electra Funk SaturdayWhere
: Maxx FishDJ Spin Cat turns out big sexy breaks, underground hip hop, jungle and a little bit of house.
Who
: DJ Chris VinerWhere
: Tommy AfricasUnderground and deep tribal house to move your body and soul. Lose yourself in the Tiki Jungle.
Who
: DJ Peace FrogWhere
: Buffalo BillsNot just another Saturday night its Saturday night at Bills! Stagette central where the girls outnumber the guys. Food service until 11:30 p.m.
Who
: DJ Hank and AarronWhere
: The BootThese local DJs are spinning your alternative faves. And check out some Aussie faves at the bar.
Who
: DJ RabidWhere
: Savage BeagleSee Fridays listings.
Sunday, July 1
IN THE FLESH
Who
: Glasshead, Going BlindWhere
: The BootDont miss the return of one of Whistlers favourite bands, Going Blind. Make the trip to the north of the village for a little Canadian musical mayhem at New Punk Night.
Who
: The HairfarmersWhen
: 4-7 p.m.Where
: Crab ShackWe are Canadian, eh! Start your celebrations early with Whistlers party duo, The Hairfarmers. Even if youre not a Canuck, Doug and Greg will have you rockin like you are!
Who
: The HairfarmersWhere
: MerlinsWhen
: 8 til lateThe Maple Leaf party moves to the Upper Village as Whistlers favourite mountainside bar re-opens its doors for the summer. Come see why this patio is packed day and night, snow and sunshine.
Who
: Kenny WayneWhere
: Mallard LoungeKick back in the Mallards cosy couches, enjoy a martini from one of the best selections in town and be entertained by Kenny on grand piano.
Who
: Cameron Chu Jazz TrioWhere
: Bearfoot BistroSee Fridays listings.
What
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWho
: Matt LevyWhere, When
: Whistler Village Centre at 12:30 and 4:30, Mountain Square at 1:30, Village Square at 3:30 p.m.See Fridays listings.
What
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWho
: YardsaleWhere, When
: Town Plaza Gazebo at 12:30, 3:30, 4:30 p.m.See Fridays listings.
What
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWho
: Tickles and DotsWhere, When
: Marketplace at 12:30, Upper Village at 4 and 5 p.m.See Fridays listings.
What
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWho
: StiltsWhere, When
: Village Square at 1 and 5, Whistler Village Centre at 4 p.m.See Fridays listings.
What
: Whistler Street EntertainmentWho
: Whistlers Royal Canadian Mounted PoliceWhere, When
: Village Square at 4 p.m.See Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJs
What
: Home Sweet HomeWho
: DJ RichWhere
: Buffalo BillsOpen till 1 a.m., the latest in B.C.! Enter all weekend to win airfare home to anywhere in Canada. But you gotta be here tonight during the draw to win!
Who
: DJ Lamb ChopsWhere
: Moe JoesLamb Chops is turning out the music to make Canada Day so good, its gonna be baaa-d!
Who
: DJ Miguel SanchezWhere
: GarfinkelsCatering to locals and visitors alike with the right mix of Top 40, alternative rock and dance.
What
: SoulkitchenWhere
: Tommy AfricasIts a tasty treat in the underground! Czech welcomes Mark Ambrose into the Kitchen to cook up some progressive house and techno beats.
Who
: DJ RabidWhere
: Savage BeagleSee Fridays listings.