OCTOBER

Whistler Writers Festival (Oct. 11 – 14): Celebrating the written word, this is a chance to meet renowned authors, listen to dynamic speakers’ panels and attend workshops, reading events, evenings of music and engaging conversation. Visit whistlerwritersfest.com. Fungus Among Us Mushroom Festival (Oct. 12–13): Presented by the Whistler Naturalists Society, this two-day event includes presentations and guided walks by experts in this field, as well as a gourmet wild mushroom tasting on Saturday! Visit whistlernaturalists.ca.