TO ensure safe and convenient travel, TransLink is adding extra transit service during the three upcoming Celebration of Light fireworks nights in downtown Vancouver.
The following changes will be in effect on July 20, 24, and 27:
Extra bus service will be in place throughout Metro Vancouver, including downtown Vancouver.
- Special pre-event shuttle service from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. will run from Burrard Station to the intersection of Denman Street and West Georgia Street.
- Special post-event shuttle service will run from the intersection of Bidwell Street and West Georgia Street.
- Post-event service will drop customers off at the intersection of Burrard Street and West Georgia Street, then continue to Waterfront Station.
- Post-event service to West and North Vancouver will run from the intersection of West Georgia Street and Denman Street.
- Due to street closures, routes 2, 5, 6, (5 p.m. to midnight) and 23 (8 a.m. to midnight) will be rerouted.
SkyTrain will operate every 2-3 minutes before and after fireworks.
- Burrard, Granville, and Waterfront stations will have modified access to entrances due to the potential for crowding.
- Bikes will not be permitted on SkyTrain after 10:30 p.m. until crowds have cleared.
SeaBus service will run every 15 minutes from 9:15 p.m. to 11:15 p.m., 30-minute sailings will resume after 11:15 p.m. until 1:22 a.m.
West Coast Express will operate a special train on Saturday, July 27.
- One train will leave Mission City Station at 7 p.m. and arrive at Waterfront Station at 8:15 p.m.
- The return train will begin boarding at Waterfront Station at 11 p.m. and leave at midnight.
Due to large crowds during fireworks nights, customers should plan for additional travel time. Extra Transit Police, Transit Security, and SkyTrain attendants will be at stations to assist customers.
Saturday, July 20: Portugal
Team Macedos Pirotecnia
“Macedos Pirotecnia” is a name with 89 years of History in the Portuguese Pyrotechnics industry. The pyrotechnic activity in the family began in 1934 by Joaquim da Silva Macedo, who passed on all his knowledge, techniques and methods to his son and grandchildren. They now manage the company and have adapted modern methods and expanded nationally and internationally to pyrotechnics markets and competitions representing their country and proud history.
Wednesday, July 24: Malaysia
Team Pyro Tact
Pyro Tact was once a group of young part-time workers, who embarked on a remarkable journey. Their story began with a humble spark of curiosity and a passion for pyrotechnics that ignited their dreams. Over time, their skills caught the attention of their nation, leading them to represent their country in prestigious fireworks competitions, and major events in their country and in Asia. From their modest beginnings to the international stage. Sulen, Jeffry, Syukri and Faishal continue to shine bright, creating breathtaking fireworks spectacles that light up the world.
Saturday, July 27: United Kingdom
Team Pyrotex Fireworx
Pyrotex Fireworx is known around the world for its originality and pure emotion within its shows. “We literally breathe the event and put every bit of energy into the show to try and win. We want to make you cry but also to make you happy,” they say. Pyrotex uses state-of-the-art technology and software to design traditional and pyromusical firework displays. With the combination of unique design knowledge and advanced technical ability in hand, we can push the boundaries to create a masterpiece in the sky.
Other Features
At 10 p.m. each night the fireworks will begin from barges located in English Bay. Music simulcasts can be heard on CFMI Rock 101. The winning team will be announced on Wednesday, July 31.
The event welcomes back the Red Bull Air Show, a spectacular pre-show performance happening on all three festival nights at 7:40 p.m.
This year, there will be an electric drone show, sponsored by the BC Honda Dealers. Each night at approximately 9:50 p.m., attendees can watch a dazzling, choreographed drone display light up the skies over English Bay.
