JULY/ONGOING

Whistler Outdoor Concert Series (Starting July 1): Every year Whistler hosts an exciting series of musical acts representing a variety of genres in the Whistler Olympic Plaza. For concert dates, times and artists, visit whistler.com/concerts or call 1-800944-7853. The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra in Whistler (July 1 – 5): A four-day program of concerts, quartets and quintets to delight audiences of all ages. Don’t miss this chance to hear beautiful classical music played in the open air by a full orchestra. All performances are free of charge. Visit whistler.com/events/vso. ArtWalk (July 1 – Aug. 31): ArtWalk returns to Whistler Village for summer 2014 with non-traditional host galleries exhibiting artists. ArtWalk is a free, two-month walking tour that brings local art to hightraffic venues. Don’t miss out on the opening receptions in Whistler Village. Visit whistlerartscouncil.com.

Whistler Children’s Festival (Jul 12-13): The popular Whistler Children’s Festival weekend brings hands-on art workshops, crafts, theatre, multi-media, dance, music and more to the heart of the Village in Whistler Olympic Plaza. Visit whistler.com/events/childrens_art_ festival.

Pemberton Music Festival ( July 18 – 20): Celebrate three days of music, art, food and dancing in B.C.’s Pemberton Valley. Lineup includes Outkast, Nine Inch Nails, Soundgarden, Violent Femmes, The Flaming Lips and many more contemporary

rock bands. Visit pembertonmusicfestival.com. IRONMAN Canada (July 27): One of the world’s toughest triathlons returns with over 2,000 athletes competing for a $75,000 USD professional prize purse. Race starts early morning at Alta Lake, ending adjacent to the Whistler Olympic Plaza in the Village. Visit whistler.com/ironman. Wanderlust Festival (July 31 – August 4): Wanderlust is a one-of-a-kind festival bringing together the world’s leading yoga teachers, top musical acts and DJs, renowned speakers, top chefs and winemakers, and much, much more. Visit whistler.wanderlustfestival.com.