Events, Flora and Courses

Public art, lectures, seasonal blooms, family adventures and courses — there is always something happening at VanDusen. See what’s on now and coming up soon.

Festival of Lights

Wednesday, November 29 2023 - Sunday, January 5 2025

Step into a botanical wonderland this holiday season at VanDusen Festival of Lights. Explore 15 acres adorned with over 1 million twinkling lights, featuring a new interactive mycelium installation, and a display inspired by the Great Bear Rainforest of BC.

Bloedel Conservatory to Temporarily close for Accessibility Improvements

Monday, October 28 - Friday, January 3 2025

Bloedel Conservatory will be temporarily closed to the public starting October 28, 2024, to accommodate necessary pathway repairs aimed at improving accessibility for visitors and staff.

The project is expected to take approximately two months, with plans to reopen in early January, 2025. Learn more.

Unlock Nature's Magic

Wednesday, December 25

🎁 Give the gift of Garden Membership !

Enjoy endless days of beauty and discovery with a Garden Membership!

Experience year-round access to VanDusen Botanical Garden and Bloedel Conservatory, save on special events like the enchanting Festival of Lights, get first dibs on our popular summer kids’ camps, and so much more!

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