See the sky over English Bay explode with color for the Honda Celebration of Light, a three-night firework contest which takes place on a barge moored in the waters beyond the sandy beachfront. The competition attracts huge crowds of around 1.4 million visitors each year, and draws competitors from around the world, including big names China and Spain. Entry is free, but you’ll need to get there early to stake a good spot. There’s entertainment with live bands beforehand, a great festival atmosphere and plenty of food trucks, beach games and barbecues to keep everybody happy.
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Fabulous Fireworks Over English Bay
See the sky over English Bay explode with color for the Honda Celebration of Light, a three-night firework contest which takes place on a barge moored in the waters beyond the sandy beachfront. The competition attracts huge crowds of around 1.4 million visitors each year, and draws competitors from around the world, including big names China and Spain. Entry is free, but you’ll need to get there early to stake a good spot. There’s entertainment with live bands beforehand, a great festival atmosphere and plenty of food trucks, beach games and barbecues to keep everybody happy.
Lighting Up The Summer Sky in Vancouver
In late July and early August the evening skies above Vancouver light up with the largest offshore fireworks competition in the world. The “Honda Celebration of Lights " is seen by as many as 400,000 spectators in English Bay and Kitsilano. Three different countries compete over three different nights. On the English Bay side of the city you will also find Shorefest happening on the same nights as the fireworks, a stage featuring live local bands before the sky is lit up. We recommend the area near the Maritime Museum for viewing. The family friendly park here brings in 2 or 3 gourmet food trucks on Fireworks nights, making it a perfect destination for a sunset picnic and a show.
