Yukon Convention Centre
Issue: 2018-06-13, PHOTO: Danny Macdonald
The Follies ‘Reborn’!
The Frantic Follies Vaudeville Show was a staple for Yukoners and visitors alike for 47 years, bringing gold-rush themed vaudeville performances to the stage. Last year, owner Grant Simpson lowered the curtain on the show and it appeared that it... more
Issue: 2018-04-11, PHOTO: courtesy of 54-40
Dear, dear. This show ain’t casual viewin’
My first 54-40 flash was when the band’s career was burning hot. That is symptomatic of a life lived in rock. Memories are short, what remains is vivid like ayahuasca. The past, present and future sear like a brand, like a Tinder cocktail in a... more
Issue: 2018-04-04, PHOTO: Tamara Neely
Kicking it Special O-style
What’s Up Yukon is excited to be a sponsor of this year’s Special Olympics Festival Dinner Auction on April 7. Special Olympics Yukon enriches the lives of Yukoners with an intellectual ability through opportunities to train and compete in sports... more
Issue: 2018-03-07, PHOTO: courtesy of Delhi 2 Dublin
Delhi to Dublin and everything in-between
This year’s St. Patrick’s Day party happening at the Coast High Country Inn Convention Centre is presented by Northern Vision Development and the Yukon East Coast Cultural Association with a hint of Bollywood... more
Issue: 2017-12-20, PHOTO: courtesy of Ride for Dad Yukon
Ride for Dad Comedy Night will tickle your prostate and your funny bone
The 2018 edition of Ride for Dad Comedy Night returns to the Yukon Convention Centre on January 19 and 20. Celebrating it’s fifth year, the comedy gala has grown into its own as one of Ride for Dad Yukon’s premier fundraising events... more
Issue: 2017-12-20, PHOTO: courtesy of The Trews
Rocking the live music scene
When Barry Bellchambers acquired the Whitehorse Lions Pool in 2004, filled it, and created the Yukon Convention Centre, he had a vision of bringing live music to the Yukon. Classic rock bands like April Wine, Nazareth, Randy Bachman, Steve Earle... more
Issue: 2017-11-15, PHOTO: Cathie Archbould
Kids and parents can play in the big sandbox
The 45th annual Geoscience Forum will kickoff at the Yukon Convention Centre on Saturday, November 18 with Family Day, sponsored by Golden Predator. The free event will be open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will have interactive, hands-on family friendly... more
Issue: 2017-10-11, PHOTO: TKS Photography & Design
Wines With a Cause
Wine-lovers will descend on the High Country Convention Centre on Thursday, October 19, for the 26th edition of the Rendezvous Rotary Wine Festival. These grape connoisseurs will have over 200 wines available for sampling and tasting. Those lucky... more
Issue: 2017-09-27, PHOTO: Courtesy of The Hip Show
It’ll be Hip
Special Olympics Yukon is about to introduce its public event of the season, presented by Goldcorp - and it’s looking hip! Yukon music lovers will be treated to a two-hour set of Tragically Hip tracks by Vancouver-based cover band The Hip Show. more
Issue: 2017-08-23, PHOTO: courtesy of Reid Vanier
Geek Get-Together
If you think Captain America’s corny and overrated, you’re in good company – with the likes of Thor, Spider-Man, and Nick Fury. They’re just three of the heroes who will spend a night laying burns on the Captain at a “roast” during YukomiCon this... more
Issue: 2016-09-15, PHOTO: Selene Vakharia
Two Chefs, a Dinner and a Whole Lot of Beer
If you love beer and food, you’ll love this spin on the traditional Winemaker’s Dinner: Hops ‘n’ Grub. Seated at a long table with a hundred of your Whitehorse neighbours, you will dive taste buds-first into dishes created to pair with select... more
Issue: 2016-01-28, PHOTO: courtesy of Lars Callieou
Moving Target
Unlike some comedians, Lars Callieou didn't get his start as the class clown, for a simple reason: he wasn't in class. From the age of six until he was 14, Callieou was home-schooled in hotel rooms while his parents plied their musical trade 50... more
Issue: 2015-12-24, PHOTO: Christian Kuntz
Groovin’ the New Year
If you’re looking for something fun to do this New Year’s Eve in Whitehorse, local band Soul Migration has a plan for you. Members Roxx Hunter and Alex Machidon on lead vocals and guitar, Selina Heyligers-Hare on guitar, keys and vocals, Pam... more
Issue: 2015-10-01 PHOTO: courtesy of Jesse Roper
Ready to Rock the North
The Midnight Sons Band is fresh off a tour and ready to rock. On Saturday, October 3, the band is presenting – and performing at – Rock the North, which is an all-ages dance at the Yukon Convention Centre featuring the rockabilly/psychobilly band... more
Issue: 2015-08-13 PHOTO: TKS Photography
What’s in a Game?
Gaming is a diverse hobby. It extends beyond the Scrabble and Monopoly of family gatherings, or the video games many associate with teenage boys. These days, gamers come in all stripes and have access to a vast and ever-expanding world of... more
Issue: 2015-04-09 PHOTO: 2014 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games
That Special Olympic Feeling
Serge Michaud doesn’t attempt to hide his feelings about the importance of the Special Olympics movement. “For me, the organization is all about providing opportunities, which is something near and dear to my heart,” he says. more
Issue: 2015-02-26 PHOTO: Christian Kuntz Photography
Johnny Cash For Cancer
For anyone who has fallen into a burning ring of fire, who are boys named Sue, or who have been to Folsom Prison, in real life, or just in song, A Tribute To Johnny Cash, on Friday, February 27, at the Yukon Convention Centre, is for you. more
Whats Up Yukon January 29, 2015
Yukking It Up for a Cause
Katie-Ellen Humphries has one clear goal in mind this week when she makes her second trip to Whitehorse. more
Issue: 2012-11-22
Festival of Trees Offers Several Events to Light Up the Season
There's nothing like the fun of picking out and decorating the perfect Christmas tree to put you in the holiday spirit. But if one tree can put you in the holiday spirit, what will 30 do? The NorthwesTel Festival of Trees is gearing up for their... more
A No-Holds-Barred Halloween Smackdown!
The sexiness and sass of Varietease combined with the high energy, easy-to-dance-to rockabilly stylings of Sasquatch Prom Date. Throw in a promises-to-be-scary haunted house, bat girls hanging from the ceiling, prizes for best costume, not to... more