Events @ The Point!
Click on an event below to learn more or purchase tickets. Most of our events are at our location on Alta Lake, and are full of wonderful people and arts. We’d love to see you here!
Click on an event below to purchase tickets :)
Wine & Wildlife Painting w/Lacey Jane Wilburn
Join local artist, muralist and professor of fine arts Lacey Jane for a fun evening of wine and painting wildlife in a casual setting. All skill levels are welcome, whether you are a proficient painter or have never held a brush before, this class is open to all.
BLUEGRASS JAM with Host Band
JAM! BLUEGRASS! Whether you’ve come before or this is your first time, you’re welcome. Beginner friendly. Don’t play but want to listen? Also fantastic.
Wine & Wildlife Painting w/Lacey Jane Wilburn
Join local artist, muralist and professor of fine arts Lacey Jane for a fun evening of wine and painting wildlife in a casual setting. All skill levels are welcome, whether you are a proficient painter or have never held a brush before, this class is open to all.
Old-Time Jam
Old-time jam with Cricket & Claw (Katherie Fawcett and Andrea Purton). Bring your fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bass, or other old-time instrument and jam away. All skill levels are welcome. Drop in. By donation.
B&W Film Photography & Developing w/Robin Ferrier (Day 1/2)
Robin Ferrier will present a black & white film processing workshop for anyone interested in eventually developing their own film at home. Have an old 35 mm film camera? Bring them back to life!
Wine & Wildlife Painting w/Lacey Jane Wilburn
Join local artist, muralist and professor of fine arts Lacey Jane for a fun evening of wine and painting wildlife in a casual setting. All skill levels are welcome, whether you are a proficient painter or have never held a brush before, this class is open to all.
B&W Film Photography & Developing w/Robin Ferrier (Day 2/2)
Robin Ferrier will present a black & white film processing workshop for anyone interested in eventually developing their own film at home. Have an old 35 mm film camera? Bring them back to life!
Wine & Wildlife Painting w/Lacey Jane Wilburn
Join local artist, muralist and professor of fine arts Lacey Jane for a fun evening of wine and painting wildlife in a casual setting. All skill levels are welcome, whether you are a proficient painter or have never held a brush before, this class is open to all.
Kids Summer Camp: Landscape Painting with Cass Dickinson (ages 10-14)
This 5-day camp will focus on fostering creativity, experimentation, and hands-on learning in a supportive environment. We will go through fun painting exercises to learn about colour mixing, blending, and creating gradients. Ultimately, children will be taught the same artistic process I, and many other artists, utilize to create a painting. If your children have an interest in art, this is the camp for them! (More)
July 8-12, 2023, 9am-12pm (ages 10-14) $300.
Early bird rate until May 5, 2024 $250
Kids Summer Camp: Into the Groove Band Camp with Papa Josh (ages 9-13)
A fun, active way for students of any instrument to play in a band, develop their sense of rhythm and deepen their understanding of music. From rock and swing to funk, hip-hop and more with acclaimed musician and instructor Papa Josh Suhrheinrich.
Beginner to intermediate, minimum six months of instrumental experience.
July 15-19, 2024, 9am-3pm (ages 9-13) $400
Early bird rate until May 5, 2024 $350
Kids Summer Camp: Improv & Acting Camps with Ira Pettle (ages 10-13)
Join Whistler kids entertainer and performance coach Ira Pettle for a week of Improv Acting at The Point. In addition to the fun, participants will build confidence, enhance communication and listening skills, and exercise creativity.
A short improv act will be developed for a show at the Flag Stop Theatre & Arts Festival on August 7, 2024.
July 22-26, 2023, 9am-3pm (ages 10-13)
$400. Early bird rate until May 5, 2024 $350
Kids Summer Camp: Kids Creative Music Camp with Aude Ray (ages 6-9)
Learn to play different instruments, sing with others, create songs and theatre plays with music, and perform! Aude Ray's acclaimed Expressive Arts Camp adapted for young musicians and artists.
July 29-August 2, 2024, 9am-3pm (ages 6-9) $400.
Early bird rate until May 5, 2024 $350
Kids Summer Camp: Improv & Acting Camp with Ira Pettle (ages 8-10)
Join Whistler kids entertainer and performance coach Ira Pettle for a week of Improv Acting at The Point. In addition to the fun, participants will build confidence, enhance communication and listening skills and exercise creativity!
August 19-23, 2024, 9am-3pm (ages 8-10)
$400.
Early bird rate until May 5, 2024 $350
Kids Summer Camp: Creative Art Camp with Aude Ray (ages 6-8)
Aude Ray shares her love of visual arts from drawing and painting to jewellery making. Enjoy five days of artistic creation on solo projects to take home and a collaborative group project to be displayed at The Point.
August 26-30, 2024 Morning 9AM-11:30AM (6-8 years) $200.
Early bird rate until May 5, 2024 $175
Kids Summer Camp: Creative Art Camp with Aude Ray (ages 9-12)
Aude Ray shares her love of visual arts from drawing and painting to jewellery making. Enjoy five days of artistic creation on solo projects to take home and a collaborative group project to be displayed at The Point.
August 26-30, 2024 Morning 9AM-11:30AM (6-8 years) $200.
Early bird rate until May 5, 2024 $175
Paint ‘N’ Sip with Cass Dickinson
We’re doing another Paint ‘N Sip! $40 includes supplies and glass of wine. Wine and paint night is catered to people of all artistic abilities - beginners included and encouraged! Spend an evening with friends painting Whistler landscapes, and enjoy a glass of wine or two. Taught by local artist Cass Dickinsons!
Paint ‘N’ Sip with Cass Dickinson
We’re doing another Paint ‘N Sip! $40 includes supplies and glass of wine. Wine and paint night is catered to people of all artistic abilities - beginners included and encouraged! Spend an evening with friends painting Whistler landscapes, and enjoy a glass of wine or two. Taught by local artist Cass Dickinsons!
Laugh Out LIVE! Presents: One Night Stand! (Show)
For one night only, join Laugh Out LIVE! for an intimate evening workshop designed for first timers, closet performers, and curious cats! This 2-hour workshop is the perfect way to test the waters and try improv! The evening will also culminate in an exclusive improv show featuring the Laugh Out LIVE! cast!
Laugh Out LIVE! Presents: One Night Stand! Workshop + Show
For one night only, join Laugh Out LIVE! for an intimate evening workshop designed for first timers, closet performers, and curious cats! This 2-hour workshop is the perfect way to test the waters and try improv! The evening will also culminate in an exclusive improv show featuring the Laugh Out LIVE! cast!
Paint ‘N’ Sip with Cass Dickinson
We’re doing another Paint ‘N Sip! $40 includes supplies and glass of wine. Wine and paint night is catered to people of all artistic abilities - beginners included and encouraged! Spend an evening with friends painting Whistler landscapes, and enjoy a glass of wine or two. Taught by local artist Cass Dickinsons!
Paint ‘N’ Sip with Cass Dickinson
We’re doing another Paint ‘N Sip! $40 includes supplies and glass of wine. Wine and paint night is catered to people of all artistic abilities - beginners included and encouraged! Spend an evening with friends painting Whistler landscapes, and enjoy a glass of wine or two. Taught by local artist Cass Dickinsons!
Acrylic Painting Workshop with Cass Dickinson (13-17yo)
This class aims to teach fundamental painting techniques with step by step demonstrations to create an original work. Learn more about the creative process and basic painting techniques to mixing colours, blending, and tips for realism. Your child will leave with new skills and a unique painting of Whistler’s wonderful landscapes on canvas!
After Dark: Teen Improv & Acting Experience!
Get to The Point for the first ever After Dark: Teen Improv & Acting Experience! Hosted by Whistler's own, Ira Pettle. These camps are not just for teens showing an aptitude for performing either. Ira's camps are great for teeens who need support coming out of their shells and discovering themselves, all through play! It truly is transformative on so many levels!
A Day at the Improv! A Kids' Improv & Acting Experience!
Get to The Point and join Whistler's family entertainer extraordinaire, Ira Pettle, for a full day improv & acting workshop like no other! These camps are not just for kids showing an aptitude for performing either. Ira's camps are great for kids who need support coming out of their shells and discovering themselves, all through play! It truly is transformative on so many levels.
After Dark (Day 1): Teen Improv & Acting Experience!
Get to The Point for the first ever After Dark: Teen Improv & Acting Experience! Hosted by Whistler's own, Ira Pettle. These camps are not just for teens showing an aptitude for performing either. Ira's camps are great for teeens who need support coming out of their shells and discovering themselves, all through play! It truly is transformative on so many levels!
A Day at the Improv! A Kids' Improv & Acting Experience!
Get to The Point and join Whistler's family entertainer extraordinaire, Ira Pettle, for a full day improv & acting workshop like no other! These camps are not just for kids showing an aptitude for performing either. Ira's camps are great for kids who need support coming out of their shells and discovering themselves, all through play! It truly is transformative on so many levels.
Acrylic Painting Workshop with Cass Dickinson (9-12yo)
This class aims to teach fundamental painting techniques with step by step demonstrations to create an original work. Learn more about the creative process and basic painting techniques to mixing colours, blending, and tips for realism. Your child will leave with new skills and a unique painting of Whistler’s wonderful landscapes on canvas!
Paint ‘N’ Sip with Cass Dickinson
We’re doing another Paint ‘N Sip! $40 includes supplies and glass of wine. Wine and paint night is catered to people of all artistic abilities - beginners included and encouraged! Spend an evening with friends painting Whistler landscapes, and enjoy a glass of wine or two. Taught by local artist Cass Dickinsons!
Paint ‘N’ Sip with Cass Dickinson
We’re doing another Paint ‘N Sip! $40 includes supplies and glass of wine. Wine and paint night is catered to people of all artistic abilities - beginners included and encouraged! Spend an evening with friends painting Whistler landscapes, and enjoy a glass of wine or two. Taught by local artist Cass Dickinsons!
Paint ‘N’ Sip with Cass Dickinson
We’re doing another Paint ‘N Sip! $40 includes supplies and glass of wine. Wine and paint night is catered to people of all artistic abilities - beginners included and encouraged! Spend an evening with friends painting Whistler landscapes, and enjoy a glass of wine or two. Taught by local artist Cass Dickinsons!
Paint ‘N’ Sip 5 with Cass Dickinson
We’re doing another Paint ‘N Sip! $30 includes supplies and glass of wine. Wine and paint night is catered to people of all artistic abilities - beginners included and encouraged! Spend an evening with friends painting Whistler landscapes, and enjoy a glass of wine or two. Taught by local artist Cass Dickinsons!
Scene Study with Angie Nolan (Day 3 of 3)
Actor, Writer, Director Angie Nolan will guide you through a three session acting intensive that is designed to help aspiring actors who dig deeper into scene and character study. These sessions will be focused on uninhibited imagination work and will help actors dive deeper into the following aspects of scene work.
Scene Study with Angie Nolan (Day 2 of 3)
Actor, Writer, Director Angie Nolan will guide you through a three session acting intensive that is designed to help aspiring actors who dig deeper into scene and character study. These sessions will be focused on uninhibited imagination work and will help actors dive deeper into the following aspects of scene work.
Scene Study with Angie Nolan (Day 1 of 3)
Actor, Writer, Director Angie Nolan will guide you through a three session acting intensive that is designed to help aspiring actors who dig deeper into scene and character study. These sessions will be focused on uninhibited imagination work and will help actors dive deeper into the following aspects of scene work.
9th Annual Winter Carnival at The Point
From 12-4PM, enjoy all-ages activities including snow sculpting and ice dancing competitions, DJ Ira Dance Party (1PM), curling and shinny (ice permitting), costumed characters, live campfire music from Greg Kelly and Thomas Studer, tickle trunk with winter costumes (or bring your own), and scrumptious lunch and hot and cold drinks available from the Cypress Point Café and Harrop’s Bar. What a great way to spend BC Family Day!
9th Annual Winter Carnival at The Point
Featuring East Vancouver’s C.R. Avery & the Storm Collective, local accordion maestro Thomas Studer, followed by the annual Winter Art Auction. A hearty winter feast will be served up by one of the Point’s guest chefs, and Harrop’s Bar will be open for libations.
Paint ‘N’ Sip 4 with Cass Dickinson
We’re doing another Paint ‘N Sip! $30 includes supplies and glass of wine. Wine and paint night is catered to people of all artistic abilities - beginners included and encouraged! Spend an evening with friends painting Whistler landscapes, and enjoy a glass of wine or two. Taught by local artist Cass Dickinsons!
The Art of Beat-Box with Artist-in-Residence C.R. Avery
We’ll give a brief history of the beat-box and where it fits in hip-hop & folk music’s story. We’ll work on basics a cappella and then on the mic. Boom!
Songwriting with Artist-in-Residence C.R. Avery
We’ll be starting with the craft of unsung lyrics and how they differ from the written word that sleeps on the page. Then we’ll dive into the gentle dance of taking these skeleton ideas of words and finding there high wire melodies & crossroad chords that have been patiently waiting for an eternity at the train station of song. Bam!
The Art of Beat-Box with Artist-in-Residence C.R. Avery
We’ll give a brief history of the beat-box and where it fits in hip-hop & folk music’s story. We’ll work on basics a cappella and then on the mic. Boom!
Songwriting with Artist-in-Residence C.R. Avery - “BIG MOMMA MELODY & HER SON LYRIC’S BORN”
We’ll be starting with the craft of unsung lyrics and how they differ from the written word that sleeps on the page. Then we’ll dive into the gentle dance of taking these skeleton ideas of words and finding there high wire melodies & crossroad chords that have been patiently waiting for an eternity at the train station of song. Bam!
Stitch & Repair with Dani Saulus
Bring your well-loved clothing to learn how to repair it yourself with sewing and alterations expert Dani Saulus.
About Dani Saulus
I’m a seamstress in Whistler since 11 years now and used to own Whistler Alterations for 8 years. After a creative break in Lululemon I’m now coming back to support the community with my services again.
I come from a family of tailors and love making people feel comfortable and beautiful in their clothes. Being able to fix a beloved piece for someone and seeing their happy face makes my day!
Paint ‘N’ Sip 3 with Cass Dickinson
We’re doing another Paint ‘N Sip! $30 includes supplies and glass of wine.
Wine and paint night is catered to people of all artistic abilities - beginners included and encouraged! Spend an evening with friends painting Whistler landscapes, and enjoy a glass of wine or two. Taught by local artist Cass Dickinsons!
Sold Out for January 14. Please email thepointinfo@gmail.com to be placed on the list for the next one!
All Original Orphans' Winter Feast
Formerly held on Thanksgiving, the All Original Orphan’s Winter Feast features a traditional turkey (or veggie) dinner with all the fixings and two smoking original music acts.
Paint ‘N’ Sip 2 with Cass Dickinson
We’re doing another Paint ‘N Sip! $30 includes supplies and glass of wine.
Wine and paint night is catered to people of all artistic abilities - beginners included and encouraged! Spend an evening with friends painting Whistler landscapes, and enjoy a glass of wine or two. Taught by local artist Cass Dickinsons!
Registration is now full. Please email thepointinfo@gmail.com to be placed on the wait list for the next Paint ‘n’ Sip.
UPDATE: Sold out! Email us to be notified next time, and/or to be on the waiting list for this time. Thanks!