Summer Lights in English Bay
The City of Vancouver is bringing a new waterfront fireworks event to English Bay this summer with Summer Lights in English Bay, a free, one-night celebration taking place on Friday, July 31, 2026, at English Bay Beach.
This completely free event will feature a spectacular fireworks display over English Bay. We encourage you to come down early and eat at nearby restaurants, cafés, and local businesses in the West End. The celebration also marks the start of Vancouver Pride weekend.
Additional event information—including fireworks timing, viewing locations, road closures, transit recommendations, accessibility details, and safety information—will be announced closer to the event.
Event Details
- Event: Summer Lights in English Bay
- Date: Friday, July 31, 2026
- Location: English Bay Beach
- Admission: Free (no tickets or registration required)
Looking for the best seat in the West End? These businesses offer prime viewing locations, along with great food, drinks, and an unforgettable atmosphere.
Papi’s Seafood and Oyster Bar – 1193 Denman Street
- Indoor and patio seating will be available on a walk in, first come, first served basis
- Full service dining only
- Food and beverage purchase required
- Maximum seating time: 90 minutes
- Drinks only guests will be seated indoors
Hook Restaurant – 1210 Denman Street
- Patio seating will be available with:
- $50 minimum spend per guest
- 2 hour seating limit
- Fireworks seating period begins at 8pm
- Indoor dining will operate as usual with no minimum spend and a two-hour seating limit.
Bayside Lounge – 1755 Davie Street
- Seating will be first come, first served with no reservations
- $60 minimum spend per quest
- DJ following the fireworks show
- Arrive early to serve your spot
Road Closures
On July 31, Beach Avenue between Davie Street and Nicola Street will be closed from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Beginning at 6:00 p.m. until midnight, additional closures will be in effect, including Beach Avenue/Pacific Street from Stanley Park to Thurlow Street, Davie Street from Denman Street to Burrard Street, and Denman Street from Alberni Street to Beach Avenue. Burnaby Street between Beach Avenue and Bidwell Street will also be fully closed from July 28–31 and again on August 4 to accommodate event setup and takedown. After 6:00 p.m. on July 31, vehicle access into Stanley Park west of Pipeline Road will be restricted, with an access pass required for entry.
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