Check out these 6 amazing locations to see holiday lights in Vancouver & the Fraser Valley for November & December 2023
Bright Nights at Stanley Park, Vancouver
Bright Nights at Stanley Park is a festive wonderland with over three million lights. This child-friendly event is a highlight of Vancouver's Christmas celebrations.
Location and Timing
The event is held in Vancouver's iconic Stanley Park. From November 30th to January 1st 4-10 pm. Closed Christmas Day.
Admission and More Details
Admission details are usually announced closer to the event. For more information, visit https://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/bright-nights-train.aspx.
Lafarge Winter Lights Display, Coquitlam
The Lafarge Winter Lights in Coquitlam is a breathtaking display featuring an enchanted forest lit by 100,000 lights.
Location and Timing
This display is located at Lafarge Lake in Coquitlam, about 30 km from downtown Vancouver.
Lights at Lafarge Kick-off Event - Date: Friday, November 24 - Time: 5 – 8 p.m.
Admission and More Details
Typically, there's no admission fee for this event. Visit https://www.coquitlam.ca/784/Lights-at-Lafarge for updates.
Lights by the Lake, Harrison Hot Springs
Lights by the Lake offers a charming holiday atmosphere along the waterfront of Harrison Hot Springs, including an ice rink.
Location and Timing
The event takes place at Harrison Hot Springs in the Fraser Valley from Saturday, November 18th, 2023 until Sunday, January 7th, 2024.
Admission and More Details
All these displays are custom-built and will be lit from dusk to 11:00 PM, and more information can be found on https://tourismharrison.com/lights-by-the-lake/.
VanDusen Festival of Lights, Vancouver
VanDusen Botanical Garden transforms into a magical landscape filled with millions of twinkling lights.
Location and Timing
Located at VanDusen Botanical Garden (5251 Oak Street, Vancouver), the event runs from late November to early January.
Admission and More Details
November 24 to December 24 from 4pm to 10pm (last entry time 8:30pm to 9pm)
December 25 Closed
December 26 to January 7 4pm to 10pm (last entry time 8:30pm to 9pm)
Ticket's available online. For the latest updates, check https://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx.
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge, North Vancouver
Experience the stunning beauty of lights adorning the Capilano Suspension Bridge and surrounding areas.
Location and Timing
The event is held at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park (3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver) from November 17, 2023 – January 21, 2024, excluding December 25th.
Admission and More Details
Tickets are available at various prices, with annual passes for BC residents. Visit Capilano Suspension Bridge Park for more information.
Martini Film Studios, Langley
Martini Town sits on our 16-acre site located in Langley, British Columbia. It was designed and built by talented local film crew and since 2020, has been used as a backdrop for numerous TV series, movies, and commercials. The town boasts unique facades that are not commonly found in our region and/or are in high demand. There is a New York-themed Brownstone Street, a movie theatre with a lit marquis, a coffee shop, an urban alley, a courthouse, a small town, a diner, and a town square. These facades at Martini Town add to the selection of popular filming sites in Langley which entice production to bring their film or TV project to our community.
Location and Timing
Martini Town Merry & Bright is open Wednesday through Sunday every week throughout December. In addition, we are open from 4 to 10 pm on Tuesday, December 26th (Boxing Day) and Monday, January 1st (New Year’s Day).
Admission and More Details
Tickets must be purchased in advance, and you can find more details here: https://martinievents.ca/tickets/
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