Holiday fireworks are bursting over downtown Vancouver next week
The holidays in Vancouver just wouldn’t be as bright without the Lights of Hope, and this year is kicking off with the return of the popular fireworks display.
St. Paul’s Foundation’s massive light display outside St. Paul’s Hospital has been an annual Christmastime tradition and fundraising campaign since 1998.
More than 100,000 lights and hundreds of shining stars recognizing the support of generous donors will be officially switched on Wednesday, November 27. And fireworks will commemorate the occasion on opening night.
There will also be free hot chocolate and a variety of popular food trucks on-site for attendees to enjoy.
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“Lights of Hope is our biggest community fundraiser of the year. Funds raised support ground-breaking research projects, purchase state-of-the-art medical equipment, and attract and retain the world’s top researchers and clinicians,” said Sheila Biggers, CEO & President, St. Paul’s Foundation to Daily Hive.
“Every day, our care teams across Providence Health Care see patients and families at some of their darkest times. Lights of Hope raises funds that will help save lives and ensure British Columbians have access to world-class, compassionate care right here at home.”
According to St. Paul’s Foundation, donations to the campaign have totalled over $53.7 million throughout its history, with hundreds of thousands of patients and residents impacted by donors’ generosity.
St. Paul’s Hospital Lights of Hope
Visitors to the Lights of Hope kickoff event on Wednesday, November 27, from 6 to 8 pm will enjoy photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, free hot chocolate from Beyond Coffee, mouthwatering food trucks like Hugs Mini Donuts and Gary’s Kettle Corn, and a stunning fireworks display.
There will also be live entertainment and holiday classics throughout the evening from Rain City 6 Band, Sarabande and West End Singers.
Those wanting to take the lights’ magic with them wherever they go can purchase limited-edition Hope at Home star lanterns here. You can even purchase a star for a long-term care home to continue spreading holiday cheer.
Lights of Hope (St. Paul’s Foundation)
St. Paul’s Hospital Lights of Hope kickoff and fireworks
When: November 27, 2024 (lights will be on display until January 3, 2025)
Time: 6 to 8 pm for kickoff, nightly throughout the holiday season
Where: St. Paul’s Hospital – 1081 Burrard Street, Vancouver
Admission: Free; donations can be made online
Daily Hive is a proud sponsor of St. Paul’s Hospital’s 2024 Lights of Hope
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