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EXPLORE WHISTLER | | | | | | | TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival4545 Blackcomb Way
Whistler,
BC
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604-904-8134 | | | | | Description: Arguably Whistler's most anticipated annual event is a mix of arts and sports events. An outdoor concert series showcases a variety of musicians from BC and beyond. The 72-Hour Filmmaker Showdown is an exciting challenge (shoot, edit and produce a film in three days flat). Then there's the ProPhoto Showdown, recognized as the world's top sports action photography show (complete with CAD 10,000 grand prize); Brave Art showcases urban, street inspired art. The town's canines strut their stuff for the Whistler Dogfest, while the Chairlift Revue provides hilarious comedy theater. As for sports, well, there's the World Backcountry Freeride Jam (ski mountaineering championships), the Old Spice Snowboarding Classic, World Skiing Invitational, a skate zone and bike trials. Most events are free for spectators, but you'll need a lift ticket to get to up to some of the race sites.
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| | | | | | Description: During the months of July and August, nearly 30 traditional and non-traditional venues in Whistler Village exhibit works from some of Canada's best artists. Along with a handful of art galleries, cafes, hotels and offices serve as temporary galleries, exhibiting paintings, sculptures and photography. Brochures are available throughout the village and include a map so you can find your way to all the different venues. If you can, try to attend on opening night (June 30), when each venue hosts a reception and musicians entertain at various stops along the way.
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| Whistler Children's Art FestivalLondon Ln
Whistler,
BC
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| | | | | Description: This is Whistler's longest running community event, and it's a good one! Along with popular main stage entertainers, kids and their families will love the wandering clowns, magicians and other entertainers. Everyone will want to get his or her face painted, of course, and then there are fun performing and visual arts workshops for kids of all ages. Most performances are free, some workshops are ticketed.
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| Whistler Music & Arts Festival | | | | | Description: A much anticipated summer event, this festival brings in musicians from the Pacific Northwest such as Vancouver-based family entertainer Norman Foote, and Shaun Verreault of Wide Mouth Mason for ten performances over the course of four days. In addition, there are fun street entertainers and live art demonstrations. There are plenty of things for the whole family to enjoy! Most performances are free, but some of the evening shows are ticketed.
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| 4545 Blackcomb Way
Whistler,
BC
V0N 1B4
604-904-8134 | | | | | Description: One of the best mountain bike events in North America! Races and stunt sessions draw the biggest names in the sport, and the list of past participants reads like a Who's Who of mountain biking: Cedric Gracia, Brian Lopes, Wade Simmons, Geoff Gulevich, Paul Basagoitia and Kyle Strait, just to name a few. Total prizes worth more than CAD 30,000 mean the competition is fierce, making the event just about as fun for spectators as it is for participants. In Whistler Village, there are some additional events, including a kid's race, demos and shows, bands and parties. Most events are free for spectators; some concerts are ticketed.
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| 4010 Whistler Way
Whistler,
BC
V0N 1B4
866-612-6142 | | | | | Description: Whistler's celebration of food and wine sees an influx of top chefs, sommeliers, vintners and restaurateurs. Visitors have the opportunity to attend a plethora of parties, dinners, luncheons, wine tastings and hands-on cooking demonstrations and workshops, suitable for every palate, from the experienced gourmet to novice culinary enthusiasts. Whether your passion is merlot, chocolate, organic fruits and vegetables, or cheese, there's something going on here that you'll find appealing and tasty! Most events are at the Telus Conference Centre, but some are in restaurants or private homes. Some events are free or by donation; ticket prices for other events vary. All the best restaurants in Whistler participate, plus more than 75 mostly Canadian wineries.
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| 4010 Whistler Way
Whistler,
BC
V0N 1B4
888-869-2777 | | | | | Description: If you're looking for that perfect gift, something unique and wonderful, this is the place to find it. Over 100 artisans from across British Columbia converge on Whistler for a two-day bonanza of ceramics, clothing, fine art, wood, glass, metal, bath and body products, jewelry, all-natural foods, candles, aromatherapy products and yes, even Christmas decorations. Generally held the first Friday and Saturday of December, the sale attracts more than 5000 eager shoppers.
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| | | | | | Description: Although they sponsor several smaller film fests throughout the year, this is the Whistler Film Festival Society's main annual event. More than 90 films are shown over the course of four days most of them are Canadian, but other countries are represented as well. And each festival brings its fair share of special guests (actors, filmmakers, writers, cinematographers). Be aware that, as is the case in many countries, BC law states that in order to view unclassified films, you must be over the age of 18 AND a member of the society screening the film but don't worry, the cost is minimal. Tickets and passes may be purchased on-line about three weeks prior, or in person or by phone about two weeks prior. Venues are the Village 8 Cinemas (4295 Blackcomb Way) and MY Millennium Place (4335 Blackcomb Way). There are also several free screenings at Skier's Plaza (mostly shorts).
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| 4010 Whistler Wy
Whistler,
BC
V0N 1B4
| | | | | Description: Patterned after the international "First Night" model, this is an alcohol-free New Year's Eve celebration with lots of live music on an outdoor stage and a number of indoor arts-related events at the TELUS Conference Centre. The kids' zone has lots of fun performances (magicians, jugglers, clowns) and plenty of arts and crafts. The youth zone is for teens only, and features video games and a nightclub style dance floor. Tickets are available from December 1st at the conference centre and at the Whistler Visitor Information Centre (4230 Gateway Drive). Attracts several thousand participants of all ages.
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| 4010 Whistler Wy
Whistler,
BC
V0N 1B4
866-612-6142 | | | | | Description: One of the biggest and best gay ski events in the world! The TELUS Conference Centre serves as home base and information central, where you can register, get tickets for special events, sign up for ski lessons or arrange other activities. The week includes a wide range of culinary and athletic events, numerous parties and group excursions, and a whole lot of fun. Some events and activities are free, but many require tickets and/or registration.
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