Events Description
Bundle up and bring the family to your favourite winter festival where the joy and magical moments of the holidays.
Step into a botanical wonderland this holiday season at VanDusen Festival of Lights. Explore 15 acres adorned with over 1 million twinkling lights, including exciting displays like the interactive mycelium installation, Wood Wide Web, and Salmon Run. Don’t forget to check out the new Great Bear Rainforest Exhibit in the Visitor Centre.
Get in the holiday spirit with the annual Dancing Lights display, explore themed light areas, and savour tasty treats from a variety of food vendors. Enjoy 3 unique Dancing Lights sets, with a show every 20 minutes from the top of the hour.
Who is it for?
All ages – Family
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
Prices are subject to GST and online service fees.
Adults (19 to 64 years) – $29
Seniors (65 years and up) and youth (13 to 18 years) – $19
Garden Member – $18
Child (5 to 12 years) – $12
Children (4 years and under) – Free (must reserve a ticket)
Tickets must be purchased online in advance for a designated entry time.
Tickets are not sold on-site.
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
November 28, 2025 to January 4, 2026
Sensory-friendly night on December 2.
November 28 to December 24 | 4pm to 10pm
(last entry time 8:30pm to 9pm)
December 25 – Closed
December 26 to January 4 | 4pm to 10pm
(last entry time 8:30pm to 9pm)
Venue & Address :
VanDusen Botanical Garden – 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6M4H1 Canada
- Parking can get quite busy, so we recommend taking public transit, walking, or biking. We’re located on the #17 Oak bus route and a 15-minute walk from the Oakridge Canada Line station.Parking is free in our lot off West 37th avenue but spaces are limited. Free street parking is also available in the surrounding area (where street signs permit).











