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Bundle up and bring the family to your favourite winter festival where the joy and magical moments of the holidays begin November 26.
Experience a magical winter wonderland with more than one million lights decorating 15 acres of VanDusen Botanical Garden. Stroll along the lakeside, shimmering in the glow of northern lights, or wander into our lush Rose Garden – reawakened and illuminated for a spectacular winter replica through the artistry of our garden stewards. Be sure to stop by the Scottish Shelter to light a candle and donate to Make-A-Wish.
An enchanting winter garden awaits with themed areas, tasty treats, unique light features, and holiday music from November 26 to January 3.
Information icon Proof of full vaccination is required for those 12 years and older. This must be accompanied by a piece of physical, government-issued photo ID (images of ID will not be accepted). Tickets are not sold on site and must be purchased online in advance. Capacity is limited so we recommend purchasing tickets early.
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Tickets must be purchased online in advance for a designated entry time. Tickets are not sold on site.
Information icon Come prepared with your official proof of vaccination and physical government-issued photo ID. Youth aged 12 to 18 are not required to show government photo ID.
Information icon Online ticket purchases for VanDusen Festival of Lights will be directed to our third party ticketing provider, MyZone. The City of Vancouver is not liable for the security of the information shared with MyZone.
Hours of operation
Dates | Hours |
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November 26 to December 24 | 4pm - 9:30pm (last entry time 8:30pm - 9pm) |
December 25 | Closed |
December 26 to January 3 | 4pm - 9:30pm (last entry time 8:30pm - 9pm) |
Event details
Location and event map
VanDusen Garden is located at 5251 Oak St at West 37th Ave. Find directions and parking information
View the Festival of Lights event map PDF file (8.7 MB) and follow the highlights in order to experience the show with our suggested route.
Questions?
Read our Festival of Lights FAQ sheet PDF file (226 KB) or send us a message on social media.
Sponsorship or media inquiries
Ticketing questions
FOLsupport@myzone.com
Influencer and marketing inquiries
Taylor Shewfelt
taylor.shewfelt@vancouver.ca
Media inquiries only
PB.Communications@vancouver.ca
Sponsorship and activation inquiries
Leeza Woo
leeza.woo@vancouver.ca