There's going to be more merry this Christmas as Vancouver's reveals a venue change and a "massive expansion" for 2019.
Aurora Winter Festival Vancouver/Facebook
The 15-acre North Pole-inspired fest will be largest event of its kind in Western Canada when it shifts to the PNE grounds for its festive run, set for November 22, 2019 through January 5, 2020.
Previously held in its inaugural year at Concord Pacific, the follow-up fest promises to be four times larger than last year.
Expanded programming includes more activities, an increased ice skating surface, a longer tube park and double the number of rides and games.
In addition to the ice skating and tube park, Aurora Winter Festival also features giant sculptures, animated sets, brilliant light displays, and a number of fun characters, as well as a light tunnel showcasing the Aurora Borealis, a story-time theatre with Santa, an entertainment tent with live music, a variety of food trucks, and a market with 40 holiday-inspired vendors.
鈥淲e are thrilled with the new venue and the partnership with the PNE. The park setting lends itself perfectly to the winter wonderland that we鈥檙e creating,鈥� said Scott Emslie, Co-Founder of the Aurora Winter Festival. 鈥淭his expansion allows us to take the festival to a whole new level.鈥�
Emslie says the event's popularity in 2018 led to large crowds overwhelming the venue, which prompted the move to the PNE grounds.
Tickets cost $12.99-17.99, and general admission pre-sales begin as early as Thursday, September 26th at 10 a.m. for those who like to get a handle on holiday fun before the Thanksgiving table is even set.
- Vancouver
When: Nov. 22, 2019-Jan. 5, 2020
Where: PNE Grounds - 2901 East Hastings Street, Vancouver
Cost: $12.99-17.99
