Experience VanDusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights (Free Ticket Giveaway!)
Experience VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2. This year we’ve expanded the show and all tickets include a free ride on our new carousel! Stroll with friends and family through interactive themed areas, enjoy the famous Dancing Lights show on Livingstone Lake, look for roving Scandinavian gnomes and reindeer in the garden, light a candle at the Make-A-Wish candle grotto, take a photo with Santa, enjoy tasty treats and much more!
Opening Hours:
December 1 to January 2 : 4:30pm – 9:00pm
Open late December 16 to 23: 4:30pm – 10:00pm
VanDusen Festival of Lights is closed December 25
Highlights:
Dancing Lights on Livingstone Lake – Marvel at Vancouver’s most unique light show programmed to modern and classic festive tunes.
NEW! Carousel – What else can bring on more holiday cheer than a ride on a carousel amidst a beautifully lit setting. From grandkids to grandparents, it’s family fun for everyone. All tickets include a free ride on the carousel. (Suitable for ages 2+ and children 36” and taller)
Photos with Santa – December 1 to 24 from 5pm to 9pm | Families, kids and couples alike can take photos with Santa indoors beside Shaughnessy Restaurant
Photo options:
Two 5” x 7” framed photos and one emailed photo for $15+tax
Three 5” x 7” framed photos and one emailed photo for $20+tax
Live Entertainment:
Look for roving Scandinavian Gnomes or Reindeer throughout the show!
December 16 and 17 – VOC Sweet Soul Gospel Choir will be performing in the Visitor Centre.
VPL Tales of a Winter’s Night:
Families are invited to join the Vancouver Public Library for themed storytelling inside the glass house.
Jardins de Paris:
Experience the romance of Paris right here in Vancouver. Stop by Eiffel Tower to take a selfie under the dazzling lights and share on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #JardinsDeParis for a chance to win two tickets to Paris, courtesy of Air France and YVR.
Make-A-Wish Candle Grotto:
Make a donation to our charity partner, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and make a wish while you light a candle to fill this picturesque grotto.
Sound House:
Let your kids have some fun making music with recycled instruments.
Selfie spots and photo ops:
Look out for frames, sets, and other selfie spots throughout the show and make sure to share with #VanDusenFOL.
Food and Beverage:
- Cin City Donuts
- Community Pizzeria
- Frosty’s Patio & Bar
- Italian Roasted Chestnuts
- Potato Tornado
- Shaughnessy Restaurant
- Santa’s Kitchen
- Truffles Café
- Truffles Pop-up Café