Welcome to December, folks! If you’re ready to dive into the holiday spirit, then you might want to check out some free light displays going on around Vancouver. From beachside strolls to festive shopping areas, you’ve got some options this year. Let’s see what’s out there!
Here are 5 free light displays around Vancouver this year.
Forest of Miracles
Dundarave Beach, Millenium Park, and the Ambleside Galleria in West Vancouver have been transformed into a Christmas-tree lined walk. Head over during the day for a nice beach walk, or swing by at sunset to check out the lights! Either way, it’s a great addition to the area.
When: Now on
Where: Throughout West Vancouver’s waterfront
Lights of Hope
No list would be complete without this iconic installation at St. Paul’s Hospital. Now in its 23rd year, the experience moved online to kick things off, but the lights are still up and available to check out! If you do visit, then consider making a donation to the hospital as well.
When: Now on
Where: 1081 Burrard Street
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Granville Island
Granville Island’s annual light display is also coming back. While we don’t recommend it as a standalone experience, we will say it is a great addition to the fun you’ll already have strolling around the island. Plus, pretty much every vendor offers some kind of holiday treat, so finding the perfect gift should be a breeze.
When: Now on!
Where: Granville Island
Lights By the Lake
This is the first of two picks that require the current travel advisories to be lifted, so check back in with them on December 8th to see what’s up. With that out of the way, Lights by the Lake at Harrison Hot Springs is a stunning waterfront display that’s completely free to check out. Make an outdoor day of it and explore the trails nearby before they get turned on.
When: Check back after December 7th
Where: Harrison Hot Springs
Glow Maple Ridge
Basically, this massive light display takes over the entire community for the holiday season. So, you can easily make it a drive-thru experience of your own. Of course, don’t head over before the travel restrictions have been lifted, if you do want to check out these free light installations.
When: Check back after December 7th
Where: Maple Ridge
And that’s our roundup of some amazing free holiday light displays to check out around Vancouver this year! Stay safe and enjoy the outdoors, folks!
