What's On in Whistler - October and November 2008

With the first signs of snow dusting the peaks of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, skiers and boarders the world over are chomping at the bit to hit the slopes. There's a palpable sense of anticipation of the pending winter season with more excitement in the fresh alpine air, more buzz in the pedestrian village and more savvy visitors taking advantage of the simply amazing value with Whistler stay and ski packages. Don't miss out!

Book a Whistler vacation package before November 15 and save up to 35 per cent on accommodation and lift tickets. Plus, families can save even more with the Kids Ski & Rent Free promotion, where kids 12 and under can ski and rent for free!
www.whistler.com or 1.800.WHISTLER


Whistler Spa Escapes
September 13-October 31, 2008
Use your Visa card at select Whistler spas and be rewarded with big savings and special offers. Indulge with a relaxing massage, aromatherapy or rejuvenating facial and feel like the million dollar view surrounding you. Full details of offers and participating spas www.whistler.com/spa_escapes

Turkey Sale
October 10-13, 2008
If you're looking to get outfitted for the upcoming ski season, the Turkey Sale is Whistler Blackcomb's largest ski and snowboard sales event. Held over the Canadian Thanksgiving weekend and located at the base of Blackcomb, this annual event promises entertainment, activities and deals galore, including more than 20,000 square feet of ski and snowboard equipment at up to 70 per cent off. Shop for top name brands in ski and snowboard equipment and ski apparel - all under one roof. In conjunction with the Turkey Sale, Whistler Mountain Ski Club hosts a SWAP event with a huge selection of quality pre-owned skis, snowboards, boots and bindings for adults and children.
http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/todo/events/detail/turkey_sale/index.htm

Whistler Creekside Fashion and Lifestyle Market
October 11, November 14-16, 2008
This market highlights locally made, unique, original clothing and accessories, for men, women, kids and your pets. There is a diverse selection of products from High Fashion clothing, cool T-shirts and hoodies to skateboards, long boards, snowboards, jewelry, hats, belts, glass products, handmade cards, eco products and pet products. All products sold are made in British Columbia!

Thanksgiving Weekend Street Entertainment
October 10-12, 2008
This special Thanksgiving Street Entertainment weekend features free, family-friendly interactive entertainment throughout Whistler Village including the Upper Village to coincide with the infamous Turkey Sale. Entertainment will include live music, roaming performers, art displays and more.

Whistler Farmers' Market
June 15, 2008 - October 12, 2008
With harvest season upon us, stalls at the Whistler Farmers' Market have been loaded with local produce including potatoes, root vegetables, beans, herbs, strawberries and blueberries. Every Sunday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., stalls fill the pedestrian streets of the Upper Village (near the Fairmont Chateau Whistler) with artisans, crafts, organic and local produce, jams, honey, baked goods, jewelry, clothing and much more.

For the final weekend, which coincides with the Canadian Thanksgiving weekend and Turkey Sale, the market will be held on both Saturday and Sunday (October 11 and 12). Saturday will see the return of the Harvest Soup Contest, where visitors can taste soups made by several different local chefs for one low price, and vote for their favourite!
www.whistlerfarmersmarket.org

The Day after Halloween Dance Party
November 1, 2008
With the children's Halloween costumes packed away for another year, next it's time for the adults to play! The Rotary Club of Whistler presents an adult only costume and dance party, with live DJ, door prizes, raffles, silent auction and carnival games. Proceeds go to a number of deserving charities and rotary projects. The party will take place at TELUS Whistler Conference Centre; to buy tickets call 604.932.9598.

Cornucopia - Whistler's Annual Celebration of Wine and Food
November 6 - 10, 2008
Last year the festival was extended to five days, paving the way for an expanded lineup of delectable wine and food grazing, tasting events, an exciting array of educational and entertaining culinary seminars and chef demonstrations, renowned after-parties, plus Cornucopia's ever-popular signature tasting event, Crush! - ran on two evenings. The huge demand for Crush! tickets was evident with a sell-out event on Saturday and close to sold-out on Friday. Returning for the twelfth year, Cornucopia celebrates the good things in life and promises not to disappoint.

Two-night accommodation packages include a ticket to Cornucopia's famous Crush! Gala Grand Tasting and start at just $189 CDN per person through 1.800.WHISTLER.
www.whistlercornucopia.com

ARTrageous
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Whistler's original art party returns for its 13th year, as part of Cornucopia 2008. Featuring a showcase of emerging and established artists, ARTrageous is a blend of self-expression, interactive artwork and photography, dance, hot funk music, a little food, wine and silk.
www.whistlercornucopia.com or www.whistlerartscouncil.com

Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains Official Opening Day
November 27, 2008
The day we've all been waiting for… Skiers and snowboarders are raring to go, anxious to hit the slopes and dreaming of the perfectly-groomed cruisers, powder-filled bowls and seemingly endless mountain terrain and alpine adventures.

The Whistler Blackcomb Snow Report is your source for snow, weather and operations information leading up to opening day. Any new snow updates or early opening possibilities can be obtained by calling 604.932.4211 or by checking out the website. Once Whistler Blackcomb opens, the Snow Report is updated five times a day providing guests the most accurate, up to date information about weather and snow conditions on the mountains.
www.whistlerblackcomb.com

PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola Update
(Ongoing)

Construction is nearing completion on this world-record breaking gondola. Leading up to the grand opening, crews will be in the final stages of preparation. All 28 Sky Cabins are on the line and are being housed in the terminal buildings. Keep your eyes to the sky to see the cabins travelling across the valley.

Friday, December 12 marks the official opening day for the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. The grand opening will feature on-mountain festivities and parties all weekend. Stay tuned for more details.

Sign up for The Wire newsletter and receive regular updates. www.whistlerblackcomb.com/peak2peak

Bizarre Bazaar
November 28 - 29, 2008
Whistler's original artisan market, offering enough goodies, treats and treasures to complete everyone's holiday shopping list. Featuring 100 artisans from the Sea to Sky Corridor, Lower Mainland and beyond, the 20th annual holiday fair boasts an array of ceramics, clothing, fine art, wood, glass, metal, jewelry, candles and aromatherapy products as well as Christmas decorations.
www.whistlerartscouncil.com


Feature Vacation Package

Book Early and Save
Book your Whistler vacation package before November 15 and save up to 35 per cent on accommodation and lift tickets. Plus, families can save even more with the Kids Ski & Rent Free promotion, where kids 12 and under can ski and rent for free!
www.whistler.com or 1.800.WHISTLER


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