Whistler Summer Concert Series brings top-tier musical talent to the stunning outdoor stage
The free performances run all summer long, with artists such as Colin James, Sheepdogs, Walk off the Earth, and more
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Whistler Summer Concert Series. Photo by Mike Crane
The mountains are alive with the sound of music, thanks to the Whistler Summer Concert Series.
The free outdoor performances are an iconic Whistler summer experience, with Whistler and Blackcomb mountains providing a stunning backdrop to the Whistler Olympic Plaza stage with its great lawn.
The 2024 series kicks off on Canada Day (Monday, July 1), and from there concerts take place weekly on Thursdays and Fridays with the exclusion of Crankworx (the mountain-bike festival runs July 19 to 28). Live DJ sets happen before every show, with headlining acts starting at 7:30 pm.
Here’s the exciting lineup:
July 1, Walk off the Earth: The band is a JUNO-winning multi-platinum musical phenomenon.
July 4, Aysanabee: From Oji-Cree ancestry, he is a two-time JUNO-winning alternative indie artist, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and singer-songwriter .
July 5, Sheepdogs: Canada’s JUNO award-winning act has a blend of Southern rock, groove-based psychedelia, and bluesy barroom swagger.
July 11, Ibibio Sound Machine: The genre-defying group seamlessly fuses elements of Afrobeat, funk, house, post-punk, and disco for a kaleidoscopic sonic landscape that transcends cultural boundaries.
July 12, New Breed Brass Band: The group boasts the rhythmic versatility of jazz, funk, and hip-hop combined with the soul of New Orleans’ street culture.
August 8, Astrocolor: The act was named Instrumental Artist of the Year at the 2022 Western Canadian Music Awards.
August 9, The Suffers: Their sound is a merger of ’70s R&B, disco, jazz, and contemporary gospel.
August 15, Fort Knox Five: The group promises a night of bass, funk, disco, boogie, house, and breaks.
August 16, Colin James: The guitarist-songwriter is legendary, with multiple JUNO awards to his name.
August 22, Trans-Canada Highwaymen: The supergroup is made up of Moe Berg (The Pursuit of Happiness), Chris Murphy (Sloan), Craig Northey (Odds), and Steven Page (ex-Barenaked Ladies).
August 23, Ocie Elliott: The B.C. duo of Jon Middleton and Sierra Lundy dreams up dusty folk.
August 29, Drag in the Mountains: This family-friendly evening features performances by stars from Canada’s Drag Race.
August 30, Boy & Bear: The Australian group features special guest Boo Seeka.
Whistler Summer Concert Series. Photo by Mark MacKay
There’s more. New for 2024 is Whistler Summer Concert Series’ Sunday Sessions. These take place on Sunday, August 4 and Sunday, September 1 from 1 to 5 pm at Whistler Olympic Plaza. On August 4, Whistlerites Taylor James and Ryan Harris will kick off the inaugural Session followed by headliners Gone Gone Beyond and Juno-nominated Bahamas. Sea to Sky locals Little Biggs Band, JennaMae and the Groove Section, and Cat Madden will roll in on September 1 to open the show for Kim Churchill, who has toured internationally at major festivals like Glastonbury, WOMAD, and SXSW.
To make the most of the vibrant live-music experience, pack a picnic blanket and grab some takeout from any of Whistler’s outstanding eateries and settle in on the great lawn or go out for dinner beforehand.
Kick off your weekend early when there’s always something on the go in Whistler with its non-stop lineup of events, festivals, and races. From annual signature events to grass-roots community happenings there’s something for everyone, any day of the week. When you live this close to Whistler, it’s a breeze to plan the perfect summer getaway.
Or turn your visit into an outdoor adventure and stay longer to hit all the highlights. Try bungee jumping, mountain biking, riding the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, exploring the many alpine hiking trails, or chilling out by one of Whistler’s five beautiful lakes. Whistler is where summer goes up a notch.
Save some time to stroll through Whistler Village, the beating heart of a social community where locals bring their up-for-anything attitude to every shop, restaurant, and gathering place—its energy is palpable.
Stay longer and save more. There are special offers for the Whistler Summer Concert Series. Stay 3+ nights and receive a free $100 activity voucher (book by June 30).
To read more about the Whistler Summer Concert Series and to plan your ultimate getaway, see whistler.com/concerts.
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