HSBC Celebration of Light
Since 1990, Vancouver has been the host to this spectacular international fireworks competition.
Formally known as Benson & Hedges Symphony of Fire, competitions were held around the world, most notably in the Canadian cities of Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver.
In 2000 the Canadian government restricted tobacco advertising and Benson & Hedges pulled out of their sponsorship of the million dollar event.
In 2001, the event was saved by HSBC Bank, BC Hydro Power Smart and the City of Vancouver.
The international event was renamed HSBC Celebration of Light, and this extremely popular event continues to light the skies over Vancouver’s English Bay, as three countries compete for the title!
The dates for this years competition are July 23, July 26 and August 2. The fireworks start at 10pm and last for about 30 minutes.
This is an extremely popular event, and downtown Vancouver streets around English Bay do get closed down. So plan ahead and make your way down to English Bay early, as parking will be almost impossible to find (busing might be a good alternative). Our family usually heads down to the area around 4pm and enjoys the beach, shopping and the vast array of food in the area…a great way to make a day of it!!
For more information check out the website at www.celebration-of-light.com
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