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Whistler July 2007 - Jammed Full of Fun
Whistler Events & Activities - July 2007
 Summer
is spectacular in Whistler. From thrilling downhill mountain biking, picnics by the lake, golf on 5 championship golf courses
or hiking in the alpine now is the time to visit North America's best four season resort. Art workshops, exhibitions and
music festivals continue from July to September.
Canada Day Celebration: July 1, 2007
Canada's 140th anniversary. A traditional float parade, music, birthday cake cutting and photo opportunities with RCMPs
on horseback.
Information: www.whistlerchamber.com
Red Bull Elevation: July 1, 2007
Great BMX rider action on Whistler Mountain Bike Park topped off with a day end concert by Canadian band Metric.
Information: www.redbullelevation.com
BC Bike Race: July 1 - 7, 2007
A multi-day bike race beginning in Victoria and ending in Whistler on July 7.
Information: www.bcbikerace.com
ArtWalk: July 1 - 31, 2007
A free exhibition of fine art, photography, glass, ceramics and jewellery featured at non-traditional gallery spaces. Opening
night receptions at all Artwalk locations are open to the public on the evening of June 30 - a great opportunity to meet
the artists and hobnob with locals.
Information: www.whistlerartscouncil.com
Whistler Street Entertainment: Weekends throughout the summer
The always-popular Whistler Street Entertainment Program is back for the summer featuring artists, musicians and other
performers throughout Whistler on summer weekends, free-of-charge.
Information: www.myplacewhistler.com
Whistler's Farmers' Markets: Weekends throughout the summer
Two markets happen. The Farmers' Market provides fresh, organic and local produce at the base of Blackcomb Mountain. Artisans
offer their wares weekly in Whistler's Creekside Village.
Information: www.whistlerfarmersmarket.org
Discoveries of the Hubble Space Telescope with Ray Villard: July 5, 2007
See spectacular images and hear about the latest discoveries made with the Hubble Space Telescope presented by Ray Villard,
public information manager for
the Space Telescope Science Institute at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland.
Information: www.myplacewhistler.org
Whistler Children's Art Festival: July 14-15, 2007
The 24th annual Whistler Children's Art Festival brings together emerging and professional artists, artisans and performers
to share their skills with
Whistler kids and families.
Information: www.whistlerartscouncil.com
Kokanee Crankworx: July 21-29, 2007
Whistler is the ultimate downhill and mountain biking playground and Kokanee Crankworx is its premier showcase. This week-long
event combines impressive stunt sessions and mind-blowing speed events with the world's best mountain bikers competing
for cash and prizes. From the classic Downhill competitions, Air Downhill, Slopestyle, Dual Slalom and WomenzWorx to the
outdoor expo, pro riding demonstrations and free music and entertainment, the event line-up which takes place on Whistler
Blackcomb's famed mountain bike park and throughout Whistler Village will thrill riders and spectators alike.
Information: www.crankworx.com
WomenzWorx: July 23-24, 2007
The first event of its kind in North America, WomenzWorx will feature two days of Freeride mountain bike clinics and competitions
for women only. Kicking off Monday, July 23 in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park as part of the popular Kokanee Crankworx
festival, WomenzWorx promises to draw women of all ability levels to take part in the event's clinics and competitions
with a free bike park day ticket to the first 100 women who hit the bike park on July 23 and 24. On Tuesday July 24, The
Gala competition and The Dirty Girl's Gala social event at Merlin's will give ladies a chance to show off their skills
and compete for a Pro Prize Purse of $2,800.
Information: www.crankworx.com
Deepak Chopra in Whistler: July 30 - August 4, 2007
Deepak Chopra and David Simon present the Chopra Center's Seduction of Spirit Meditation Retreat in Whistler, July 30 -
August 4, 2007.
Information: www.whistlerwellness.com/chopra.php
Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake Series
The Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake features one to three-day workshops from introductory to advanced level instruction
in oil, acrylic and water colour painting. The program is inspired by the beautiful mountain environment of Whistler and
Alta Lake Station House, the rustic heritage home located on the picturesque waterfront area of Alta Lake.
Information: www.whistlerartscouncil.com
Upcoming events include:
Canadian National BBQ Championships - August 4-5, 2007
Campground C Country - Rock Music Festival - August 25, 2007
Cornucopia - Whistler's Annual Celebration of Food and
Wine - November 8-12, 2007
» Book your accommodations for this event with Alpine Whistler Accommodation.
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