Whistler Events — August 2012
Crankworx Whistler
August 10 - 19, 2012
In less than a decade, Crankworx Whistler has become the authoritative free ride festival. A supercharged magnet for the world's best riders and the definitive domestication of dirt in the service of epic endurance, supreme flow, monster air and gravity-fuelled mountain biking. Over ten fearless days in August, the venues at the Whistler Mountain Bike Park serve as a modern day Colosseum to the world's best mountain bike athletes.
August 23 - 26, 2012
Yoga and music phenomenon reaches new heights with the first-ever Canadian location for Wanderlust. Yogis from around the globe will be down-dogging, dancing, dining on organic delicacies, celebrating and joining together in an amazing community. With the world's leading yoga teachers, top musical acts and DJs, renowned speakers, top chefs and winemakers, Wanderlust Whistler is an event not to be missed. Fostering relationships with local yoga rockstars, Wanderlust has invited lululemon athletica ambassadors to teach alongside its already amazing lineup inclusive of teachers Baron Baptiste and John Friend, musicians Michael Franti and Krishna Das, DJ set by Thievery Corporation, and performance artists Quixotic. For more information and for advance tickets, please visit here.
August 3 - 5, 2012
The Canadian National BBQ Championships competition is the highlight of the Pacific Northwest's competitive BBQ circuit, and a draw qualifier event for the American Royal World Championships in Kansas City as well as the Jack Daniel's World Championship BBQ event in Lynchburg, Tennessee.
July 1 to September 4, 2012
ArtWalk features regional artists and artisans in host venues throughout Whistler Village, Upper Village, Creekside and Function Junction, including cafés, retail outlets, hotels and restaurants. Artists from the Sea-to-Sky region showcase their works of painting, photography, fibre arts, pottery, multi-media, jewellery and sculpture. ArtWalk boasts opening receptions with live painting, musical entertainment and a chance to mingle with artists and artwalkers alike. Visit here for more details.
Whistler Farmer's Market
August 5, 2012
A feast for your senses, the Whistler Farmer’s Market features local produce, tasty food, local artisans, live entertainment and family activities along the beautiful Upper Village Stroll. Open Sundays between 11 AM and 4 PM. The Wednesday afternoon market operates from July 4 to August 29, 2012 from 3 to 7 PM.
Whistler Farmer's Market
August 12, 2012
A feast for your senses, the Whistler Farmer’s Market features local produce, tasty food, local artisans, live entertainment and family activities along the beautiful Upper Village Stroll. Open Sundays between 11 AM and 4 PM. The Wednesday afternoon market operates from July 4 to August 29, 2012 from 3 to 7 PM.
August 18, 2012
Whistler's acclaimed Araxi Restaurant presents Araxi Longtable, an annual series of outdoor dining experiences taking place on Saturday, July 21 and Saturday, August 18 at the picturesque Rainbow Park in Whistler Valley. Each event begins with a reception followed by a 4-course menu designed by Chef James Walt and featuring Pemberton Valley's freshest local produce, beef from its pastures, day-boat catches from our coast fisheries and wines from leading producers. For more details, including prices and ticket purchase, please visit here.
August 19, 2012
Sea to Sky's signature agritourism event, Slow Food Cycle Sunday, in Pemberton, BC, blows the fast-food drive-through away. A pedal-powered trip through the natural buffet that is Pemberton Meadows farmland, allows you to meet local growers and sample produce fresh from the field. For more information please visit here.
Whistler Farmer's Market
August 19, 2012
A feast for your senses, the Whistler Farmer’s Market features local produce, tasty food, local artisans, live entertainment and family activities along the beautiful Upper Village Stroll. Open Sundays between 11 AM and 4 PM. The Wednesday afternoon market operates from July 4 to August 29, 2012 from 3 to 7 PM.
August 25, 2012
Running over rocks, roots, tree stumps, and logs, up ski hills, hiking trails, through puddles, mud, snow and much more. These courses take people off road and into the hills. The Whistler race will be held in the upper alpine of Blackcomb Mountain. Navigate through some steep climbs, sharp descents and craggy wilderness trails. And through it all, enjoy the tremendous views! For more information on registration and course details, please visit here.
Whistler Farmer's Market
August 26, 2012
A feast for your senses, the Whistler Farmer’s Market features local produce, tasty food, local artisans, live entertainment and family activities along the beautiful Upper Village Stroll. Open Sundays between 11 AM and 4 PM. The Wednesday afternoon market operates from July 4 to August 29, 2012 from 3 to 7 PM.
August 30, 2012
Join the Whistler Arts Council at the ArtWalk closing reception. ArtWalkers will enjoy the artwork displayed in a variety of host galleries throughout Whistler paired with delectable treats and special offers from participating venues. Enjoy entertainment performed by live musicians, roving characters and painters, and mingle with local artists who always come out for this special event. Visit here for more details.