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Since 1990, Vancouver has been home to the Celebration of Light (originally known as the Symphony of Fire). This international pyro-musical fireworks competition has attracted the world’s leading fireworks designers and is seen as a highly prestigious event. The fireworks festival creates an exciting arena where spectators can enjoy each country’s representatives unveil their latest techniques and use the most innovative fireworks materials as they compete to be crowned the winner.

Location: English Bay, Vancouver

Start time: 10:00 p.m. rain or shine

Best viewing points: English Bay, Kitsilano, Vanier Park, Jericho Beach.

The event is free to watch from public parks and beaches. Music simulcast begins at 10:00 p.m. on radio station SHORE 104fm. Estimated annual attendance: 1.4 million people.

Wednesday, July 22, 2009 – Canada Night
Saturday, July 25, 2009 – S. Africa Night
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 – UK Night
Saturday, August 1, 2009 – China Night

Listed as one of the “Best Eight City Breaks in the World” by Condé Nast Traveler magazine, Vancouver offers thrilling adventure, exciting entertainment, festivals and events, shopping, gourmet delights, sights and attractions throughout the year. Visit tourismvancouver.com, Vancouver’s official tourism bureau website to find all the information and tools you need to plan your perfect vacation.

Accommodations
If you enjoy the royal treatment of five diamond luxury hotels, favour a cozy bed and breakfast, or have specific family needs, there’s a hotel in Vancouver for you. A wide variety of packages and rates for every budget are available through Tourism Vancouver.

Dining Choices
Vancouver’s restaurant scene has exploded in the past few years offering world-class cuisine from every corner of the globe. Fine dining, casual or family-friendly restaurants are easily accessible throughout Greater Vancouver. Browse the many dining options available to you and make your reservations online. Reservations are free, instant, and confirmed.

What’s Happening
Tickets Tonight is Vancouver’s only outlet to get half-price tickets on the day of the event. It is also a full Ticketmaster outlet. Check out the Calendar of Events to see what’s happening in and around Vancouver during your stay.

Getting Around
Find interactive maps on downtown Vancouver and the surrounding neighbourhoods.

Official Hotel Partner:

  • The Keg Steakhouse
  • City of Vancouver
  • BC Hydro Power Smart
  • The Costal Plaza
  • YVR
  • BMW
  • Concord Pacific
  • Waste Management
  • Synovate
  • Global BC
  • Tourism Vancouver
  • Radiant Communications
  • The Vancouver Sun
  • Pepsi
  • Supersave
  • London Drugs
  • FCV
  • Edgewater Casino
  • HSBC
  • Shore 104
  • hrmac Space Centre

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