Here’s a quick look at some events happening in Whistler this week. Find more local event listings (and submit your own for free) at piquenewsmagazine.com/local-events.
Fairmont Fridays
Kick off your weekend right by celebrating slopeside at the Mallard Lounge's famous Fairmont Fridays. Featuring boot-stomping live music, refreshing cocktails and delectable bites. Hop on the Fairmont guest shuttle from the Village for a complimentary lift to the Upper Village, or enjoy a leisurely stroll there.
September 20, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Mallard Lounge
$6 Beer, $7 Wine, $9 Featured Cocktail and $10 Appetizers
WORCA Trail Nights
Grab some old friends or come meet some new ones. Volunteer with WORCA (Whistler Off-Road Cycling Association) and get digging. Trail Nights run on Tuesday evenings in early/late season and Sunday mornings when fire risk is higher. They are typically 3 to 4 hours in duration and refreshments are provided by the trail night sponsor. Volunteers are rewarded with a Whistler Mountain Bike Park ticket for every 3 trail nights completed!
September 22
Various locations
WORCA membership required
Whistler Farmers Market
A feast for your senses, the Whistler Farmers' Market features local produce, tasty food, local artisans, live entertainment and family activities.
September 22, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Upper Village Stroll
Free
Intro to Nature Journaling
Delve into creative writing and noticing nature out back in Florence Petersen Park. Starting with some soulful reflections in nature, moving into nature-inspired poetry play, and then getting adventurous with drawing and basic observation templates to track and identify what is happening in nature.
September 22, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Florence Petersen Park
Free
Teeny Tiny Art Show
The Teeny Tiny Show is back for its seventh year, proving that great things indeed come in small packages. Last year there were over 250 submissions from local artists who poured their creativity into meticulously crafting original works, each measuring 3" x 3" or smaller. Don't miss out on this captivating event that celebrates the remarkable talent of local artists in a truly miniature form. It is free, and everyone is welcome!
September 18 to October 26
Maury Young Arts Centre
Prices vary
Community Book Club
Join in to discover a new book every month with fellow bookworms. Book club meetings are on the last Monday of the month.
September 23, 7 p.m.
Whistler Public Library
Free
Rafeed in Whistler: Dramatic Readings
Rafeed Elahi Chowdhury, a Bangladeshi author now living in Surrey, BC offers a special recitation of his romantic comedy novel, Rules of Eternity, which was published in December 2023. Along with the recitation, Rafeed will act out some scenes and engage in conversation with the audience. This is not a typical author event - you won't want to miss Rafeed in Whistler!
September 24, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Whistler Public Library
Free
Yoga at the Audain
Revel in the stunning architecture of the Audain Art Museum every Saturday as you work through a calming one-hour practice with rotating instructors. Classes emphasize breathing, alignment and ease as you stretch and strengthen your body and mind. Registration includes access to the galleries on the day of from 11 AM to 6 PM. Bring your mat and enjoy some mind and body wellness!
September 26, 10:30 a.m.
Audain Art Museum
$5 for museum members, $20 for non-members
WORCA AGM & Toonie Ride
Join the Toonie Ride and WORCA's 2024 AGM. This week's Toonie Ride is free for all members because it is linked to the AGM. Register for both.
September 26, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Cinnamon Bear Bar & Grille
WORCA membership required
