Special Events in Vancouver Parks

November 27, 2003 - Vancouver Parks host a diverse range of cultural events and outdoor activities. Below are some upcoming special events facilitated by the Park Board. For detailed information please go to the Park Board web site at and look for Special Events under "For Your Information".

Christmas Train / Bright Nights in Stanley Park: December 5-January 3, 2004, 3:00 pm-10:00 pm daily at the Miniature Railway and Children's Farmyard area off Pipeline Road in Stanley Park. A winter wonderland featuring over one million dazzling lights and displays. Phone: 604-257-8531. Closed December 25th.

VanDusen Gardens Festival of Lights: December 5-31, 2003, 5:00 pm-9:00 pm West 37th Avenue and Oak Street. A perfect evening outing for the entire family with a Santa's Workshop, Symphony of Lights on the Lake Walk, 5 acres of sparkling lights and wishing opportunities at the Candle Shrine. Closed December 25th.

Bloedel Floral Conservatory Christmas Display: now through January 2004, 10:00 am-5:00 pm Located atop Queen Elizabeth Park. A sea of multi-coloured poinsettias, amaryllis, tender narcissus and twinkling white lights add festive touches to this tropical paradise of plants. Fantastic free-flying birds. The Conservatory can be rented for evening holidays receptions. Phone: 604-257-8556. Closed December 25th.

Christmas Tree Grove at Bidwell Street and Beach Avenue: Lights-up December 1, 2003 for World AIDS Day and then nightly at sunset through January 7, 2004. The beautiful grove of stately Elm trees are bedecked with 10,000 lights to the delight of walkers and drivers alike.

Winter Solstice Lantern Procession on False Creek: December 22, 2003 at David Lam Park, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm (meet before at the Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews) and Sutcliffe Park from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm. Phone: 604-713-1800 for further information.

For more information contact Terri Clark, Communications Coordinator, 604-257-8438

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