The Honda Celebration of Light makes its highly anticipated return to the beaches of English Bay on July 29 with Team Japan, represented by Akariya Fireworks, kicking off the three-night festival. Accompanied by a classic Canadian song as chosen by the fans, opening night is sure to thrill festivalgoers of all ages.
There are a variety of ways to enjoy the fireworks with limited tickets available at venues like The Keg Lounge, the Concord Lounge at the Inukshuk and the family-friendly YVR Observation Deck.
Plenty of free viewing is available - grab a blanket and a spot at the beach for a day in the sun. To make the most of your day stop by the Honda Celebration of Light’s brand new, expanded festival site, the Park Stage at Second Beach, which features BCbased multi-cultural music & arts programming, food trucks, a site wide licence, sponsor activations, picnic tables and games for families to relax and soak up the atmosphere. Performances include Julian Taylor Band, DJ Shub, Dawn Pemberton, The Boom Booms, Mob Bounce, Desi Subculture, Coco Jafro, Mazacote and more!
Rain or shine, the fireworks will begin at 10 p.m. from the barges located in English Bay. Music simulcast can be heard on LG 104.3 FM and through the festival’s mobile app, which event organizers are encouraging attendees to download on the iTunes and Android App Stores.
Given the large volume of festival guests and limited parking in the area, Honda Celebration of Light is encouraging attendees to walk, cycle or transit to get to the event. Please note extensive road closures are in effect from 6 PM in Kits Point and 7 PM in the West End.
For more information and tickets visit HondaCelebrationofLight.com
