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Long gone are warm sunny days that stay bright late into the evening. With the sun setting in the early afternoons, it’s important to find other ways to light up the night and make the most of those chilly winter evenings. See our suggestions below for beautifully bright and dazzling displays of light in North Vancouver this December:
 

Holiday Hi Light Festival at Park & Tilford Gardens

This event lights up the beautiful gardens and runs for the entire month of December, 7 days a week. Stay tuned for more details on opening night, but based on previous years of the festival, there’s sure to be live entertainment, plenty of hot chocolate, and of course amazing light displays to enjoy. Admission is by donation, and children and families are more than welcome to attend. The gardens are less than a 20 minute drive away from Capilano RV Park.
 

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge

This beloved festival is a Vancouver classic. Cross the magnificent suspension bridge as it’s decked out in sparkling Christmas lights. The entire park – including the bridge, the treetop walkway, the Cliffwalk, and more – is lit up by hundreds of thousands of lights for a truly enchanting experience. Stop at one of the concession trolleys for a hot drink and some candy and take your time exploring the park with family or friends. This year’s display runs from November 23^rd to January 28^th. Capilano Suspension Bridge park is less than a 10 minute drive away from Capilano RV Park, or less than 30 minutes with public transit.
 

The Peak of Christmas at Grouse Mountain

There’s no better place to enjoy the sparkle of Christmas lights than on a snowy mountain peak. From November 24^th until January 7^th, Grouse Mountain presents is Peak of Christmas events, where you can revel in the Holiday spirit by skating on the outdoor mountaintop skating pond, meet Santa and his elves, and enjoy the Light Walk – a trail winding around Blue Grouse Lake where stunning light installations are woven through snowy spruce and fir trees. There are also plenty more Christmas-themed crafting, sledding, and dining activities which will be a blast for the whole family!
 
There are so many ways to light up the night in North Vancouver this winter! Capilano RV Park is a family-friendly destination where you can bring the whole family to enjoy the magic of bright lights on a chilly night.