VanDusen Festival of Lights Brightens up the Holidays

November 4 2025 –

Festival of Lights returns to VanDusen Botanical Garden for the 41st year from November 28, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Recognized by Condé Nast as one of the best holiday light displays in the world for two years in a row, the event transforms 15 acres of the Garden into a holiday spectacle.

Visitors can look forward to annual favourites such as the Dancing Lights display, illuminated grotto, and interactive mycelium-inspired installation, Wood Wide Web. In addition to the outdoor displays, guests are encouraged to explore the new indoor exhibit on the Great Bear Rainforest of B.C. and grab a bite to eat from one of the many food vendors.

November 4 Launch Sale & Early Bird Tickets

For the first time ever, the Garden is offering a one-day promotion for 20% off Festival of Lights tickets on November 4, followed by an early bird offer of 10% off tickets between November 5 to 27, 2025. The discounts are automatically applied at checkout.

Sensory-Friendly Night on December 2

VanDusen Botanical Garden will host a sensory-friendly evening for the third year on Tuesday, December 2, welcoming neurodiverse individuals, their families, and caretakers. To create a more comfortable and less crowded environment, the event will feature lowered audio levels, a 50% reduction in capacity, and no flashing lights.

Event details

VanDusen Festival of Lights will run daily from 4 pm to 10 pm, November 28 to January 4, except on December 25, with the final entry time from 8:30 pm to 9 pm each night. 

Parking will continue to be free in the VanDusen parking lot for the 2025 event. Free parking is also available in the surrounding neighbourhood unless otherwise noted.

Ticket prices:

  • Adults (19 to 64 years): $29
  • Seniors (65+) and Youth (13 to 18 years): $19
  • Garden members with valid card: $18
  • Children (5 to 12 years): $12
  • Children (4 years and under): Free (ticket reservation required)

Tickets are subject to GST and service fees. Save 10% on group bookings of 50 or more tickets. 

For more information on the VanDusen Festival of Lights and to purchase tickets, please visit vandusenfestivaloflights.ca