Whistler's First Night is the
legendary come one come all New Year's Eve Celebration that takes
over Whistler's pedestrian only Village Stroll and the TELUS Conference
Center to say goodbye to the old and to welcome the new. The 18 th
annual alcohol-free evening promotes a "Celebration of the Arts" and
this year's program promises new, fun and fresh ideas, featuring
an inspiring program of great live music, art workshops and street
entertainment for people of all ages. This showcasing of talented
musicians, actors and comedians as well as the creativity of local
artists blends into a fun and exciting mix of performing and participatory
arts.
The lively energy that is First Night gets underway
@ 6pm on December 31st which leaves enough time to explore and experience
the celebration in its entirety before the new year is upon us. First
Night promotes the "family friendly message" and is proudly an alcohol-free
evening. Whistler Village's perimeter is secured and for the nominal
entry fee of $15 adults/ $5 - 12 years and under, Whistler provides
a safe, secure and creative alternative to alcohol-based New Year's
celebrations.
Keeping in line with the "there's something for everyone" theme,
First Night offers a 9:30pm countdown for the younger participants
in the crowd that can't quite last until the actual stroke of midnight.
Of course a New Year's celebration cannot exist without fireworks!
Locals and visitors alike ring in the New Year sound-tracked by live
performances on two stages and memorable fireworks display lighting
up the mountains. |