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 From our family to yours, have a wonderful holiday season. Enjoy this special time, whether you're ringing in the new year with hundreds of strangers or singing carols around the fire with good friends.
The Whistler Holiday Experience is on again this year at the conference centre plus lots of great opportunities to sing some carols and enjoy some Christmas cheer!
As always, it's a good idea to call to confirm events as times and dates may change.
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 Last chance to win another $25 gift certificate to BBQ Bob's and Roland's Creekside Pub. Best BBQ in Whistler with a great kids' menu. Reedeemable in both locations, kids are welcome in the pub until 8pm. Click here to enter and for more information.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS & SPONSORS
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TOP PICKS THIS MONTH
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WHISTLER SKATING CLUB OPEN HOUSE
Come join the fun. Kids aged 3-10. Free admission, free lessons, free skate rental, free hot chocolate and fun and games on the ice. More Info
Date: December 18 Time: 4:00-4:45pm Ages: 3-10yrs |
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10TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS LIGHTS IN THE PARK: WCRA Squamish
Celebrate the Season at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park. Our annual Lights At The Park event will be even more magical this year with the addition of our "Light-O-Rama" light show. Light shows will run every hour from 5:30pm. As always, our popular West Coast Mini Rail will be running through the park with light displays along the 3 km route. More Info
Date: December 18-23 Time: 5:30-8:30pm Ages: All Ages |
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CHRISTMAS CRAFTS
Need to arrange some last minute Christmas gifts for your friends and family? We will help your child get into the Spirit of Christmas with these terrific Christmas crafts. Please send a painting smock. Myrtle Philip Community School for kids aged 6-12, $16. Register 604-935-PLAY More Info
Date: December 18 Time: 3-5pm Ages: 6-12 years |
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WHISTLER DAYCARE CHRISTMAS BASH!
Drop the Kids off and get some shopping done! Lots of Christmas FUN at our annual Christmas Bash, featuring Special Guest Santa himself. Activities Include: Cookie Decorating, Christmas crafts, Home-made gifts, Christmas Games, Take home gifts in a stocking, silly Christmas songs and Dances,prizes and Snacks. Professional Photos with Santa (additional Charge). Proceeds to BC Children's Hospital. Preregistration recommended. More Info
Date: December 19 Time: 5:30-8:30pm Ages: For kids 3+ |
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THE WHISTLER HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE FAMILY FUN ZONE
Exciting new family fun zone located centrally at the TELUS Whistler Conference Centre. Featuring miniature golf, an inflatable jumping, bouncing and sliding village, video games and a screening room with holiday-themed films, this free indoor entertainment venue is fun for all ages. Dec 19th - Jan 4th (except Dec. 25 & 31). Santa arrives at noon by firetruck Dec. 20 .Photos with Santa Dec. 20 12:30-4pm and Dec. 21 2-5pm. Free concert with Alison Crowe Dec. 20 at 7:30pm More Info
Date: December 18- January 4 Time: 10am-6pm Ages: All Ages |
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NUTCRACKER with the Goh Ballet
Enjoy special holiday performances of The Nutcracker at Millennium Place with the renowned Goh Ballet. In The Nutcracker tradition you will journey through the world s cultures, battle the mouse king, float through ebullient snow scenes and of course, mend Clara s heart. It will be a magical experience for your whole family. Sells out fast! Dec. 19-22 More Info
Date: December 19-22 Time: Ages: All Ages |
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SKATING WITH SANTA
Join your family on the ice and skate around the on-ice festively decorated Christmas tree. Sugar cookies, hot chocolate, ornaments to decorate and a photographic opportunity with jolly St. Nick himself, start your holiday season at the arena. More Info
Date: December 19 Time: 6:30-8:00PM Ages: All Ages
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PRESCHOOL CHRISTMAS CREATIONS
Get your preschooler into the spirit of the holidays with us! We will do some crafts, cooking and stories about the holidays and of course, Santa. More Info
Date: December 19 Time: 10am-12pm Ages: 3-5 years |
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CHRISTMAS AT BIG SKY: Pemberton
A host of Yuletide events for families Dec. 19-21. Skating, xcountry skiing, hockey, sleigh rides, tobogganing, gingerbread decorating and crafts plus local entertainment. Proceeds to Pemberton Children's Centre. More Info
Date: December 19-21 Time: 10am-6pm Ages: All Ages |
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SING FOR JOY: Whistler Childrens Chorus
Annual Christmas Concert at Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church. All welcome to come hear all 3 choirs that comprise the Whistler Children's Chorus singing seasonal songs. Admission is by donation to the food bank. More Info
Date: December 21 Time: 7pm Ages: All Ages |
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7-11 FIRE AND ICE SHOW
Who can resist fireworks and fire spinner - especially when snowflakes fill the air? The whole family can enjoy watching skiers and snowboarders jump through the dazzling Ring of Fire every Sunday at 6:30 More Info
Date: December 21 Time: 6:30pm Ages: All Ages |
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LIBRARY FINES FOR FOOD
The Whistler Public Library is waiving all overdue fees if you bring in a donation to the Whistler Food Bank. More Info
Date: December 22 Time: all day Ages: All Ages |
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CHRISTMAS CAPERS
Ho Ho Ho all the way through the holidays. A little arts and crafts, games, outings and fun filled activities with other children will keep your child entertained this Christmas Season. Child must have completed kindergarten to participate. December 22-January 2, Monday-Friday More Info
Date: Dec. 22-Jan. 2 (Mon-Fri) Time: 8:30am-5:30pm Ages: 5-12 years |
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CHRISTMAS EVE CAROL SERVICE
At the Westin Whistler Resort and Spa - ALL WELCOME! This is NOT a concert but an interdenominational carol service for Christmas Eve hosted by the Whistler Children's Chorus, with readers from the community. More Info
Date: December 24 Time: 6:30pm Ages: All Ages |
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FIRST NIGHT WHISTLER, NEW YEARS 2009
Whistler's First Night is a legendary alcohol-free New Year's Eve celebration featuring live music, art workshops and street entertainment for all ages. More Info
Date: December 31 Time: from 6pm Ages: All Ages |
ONGOING EVENTS
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FAMILY NIGHT OPEN SPORTS
Friday Nights 6:30-8:00pm at the Myrtle Philip Community Centre. Take advantage of our sports equipment: basketball, soccer, badminton & more! First night: October 10. Only $2 per person. Open to parents/guardians and their children only. Supervision required More Info
Date: Friday nites Time: 6:30-8pm Ages: All ages |
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CO-ED DROP IN SPORTS NIGHTS
At Myrtle Philip Community Centre gym from 6-8pm. Basketball Thursday 8-10pm, Soccer Sunday 6-8, Volleyball Sunday 8-10pm, Floor hockey and dodgeball alternate tuesday nights 8-10pm (dodgeball Oct. 21). Regular drop-in fee $7 or $59.50 for 10 sessions. No registration required but come early as space is limited. More Info
Date: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday Time: 6-10pm |
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7-11 FIRE AND ICE SHOW
Who can resist fireworks and fire spinners - especially when snowflakes fill the air? The whole family can enjoy watching skiers and snowboarders jump through the dazzling Ring of Fire every Sunday at 6:30 More Info
Date: Sundays Time: 6:30pm Ages: All Ages |
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WHISTLER WINTER FARMERS MARKET
Every Sunday at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre on Blackcomb Way. Fresh local food, baked goods, handicrafts, live music. Guests have the opportunity to try a native craft and experience BC history and culture. More Info
Date: Sundays until Nov. 30 Time: 10am-3pm Ages: All Ages |
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FIRST NATIONS CRAFTS
Free with admission, Guests have the opportunity to try a native craft and experience BC history and culture. More Info
Date: Daily Time: 9:30am-5pm Ages: All Ages |
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And don't forget to check back to our calendar and news page for new items.
Please contact us to list an event or for more information about Directory Listings.
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