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Seen one fireworks show, seen them all? Think again. Most Vancouverites come out to this event to enjoy the beach, the breeze and the hundreds of thousands of people who turn out. The fireworks themselves are just the excuse. Four shows, late July/early August. Make sure you take public transit; streets are closed and crowds are heavy.
The Celebration of Light was an annual musical fireworks competition in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Originally named the Symphony of Fire under previous sponsorship, the first competition under the current name was held from July 25 to August 5, 1990. The celebration was one of Vancouver's largest and most well-known festivals, and was recognized as the longest-running offshore fireworks competition in the world. The multi-day event had an estimated annual attendance of 1.4 million people.
In Stanley Park near its eastern edge. Be sure to visit the Amazon River section for some truly unusual and extraordinary animals. The last weekend in April, there is a salmon release event where you can learn about the Aquarium's new salmon breeding program and get to release and name your own fish.
Stanley Park Railway
Who doesn't like to ride a miniature railway? At Christmas, there is a very popular light display for the miniature railway.
At the north tip of Stanley Park, Prospect Point affords stunning views of the Lions Gate Bridge and First Narrows. There is a concession and bathrooms here, and sometimes you may spot a large contingent of raccoons begging for food. Please don't feed them.
At the north-east tip of Stanley Park, Brockton Point affords stunning views of the Lions Gate Bridge, the North Shore, and Burrard Inlet.
Built so that mariners could set their chronometers. This gun has marked 9PM every night since 1894. Also a great place to take a picture of downtown Vancouver.