Whistler Events — August 2012
Kokanee Crankworx
August 10 - 19, 2012
In less than a decade, Kokanee Crankworx 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.
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.
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.
August 23, 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.
August 24 - 26, 2012
Furious3 is a 3-day mountain bike stage race that will challenge riders at all levels of experience. Each day will start and finish in or near Whistler, so that you can enjoy the rest of your time with friends and family amidst great sights and hospitality. More information here.
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.