Description
Lumière Festival in Downtown Vancouver 2026
Lumière Festival celebrates 13 years and is still glowing strong, returning to downtown Vancouver from November 12 to 14, 2026. This series of public artworks is inspired by light and artistic expression, with small and large-scale illuminated artworks and light-based projections, along with dynamic performances. The festival is free, accessible, and uplifting, bringing people and communities together through the power of light and art.
- When: Thursday, November 12 – Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM nightly
- Where: Downtown Vancouver, BC | 1800 Davie Plaza & Morton Park, Jim Deva Plaza, 800 Robson Plaza, šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énk Square, and Blood Alley Square
- Cost: Free
- Hosted by: Lumière Festival
- Website: Lumière Festival 2026
What to Expect
Illuminated Artworks and Projections
Lumière brings a mix of small and large-scale illuminated artworks and light-based projections to plazas and squares across downtown Vancouver. Dynamic performances add to the atmosphere each night.
Bloomi and Valley of the Giants
This year’s program includes a double dose of playful magic with Bloomi, described as a little colour and a lot of wonder. Valley of the Giants adds towering figures and a fire-breathing dragon.
Festival Curator
This year’s curator is Melanie Lazelle of The Wilder, a Squamish-based creative studio known for nature-inspired work.
Festival Locations
Lumière takes place across five downtown Vancouver sites, with the same hours at each: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM from November 12 to 14.
1800 Davie Plaza & Morton Park
1800 Davie Street, Vancouver
Jim Deva Plaza
1200 Bute Street, Vancouver
800 Robson Plaza
800 Robson Street, Vancouver
šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énk Square
750 Hornby Street, Vancouver
Blood Alley Square
38 Blood Alley Square, Vancouver
Get Involved
Volunteer with Lumière
Behind every glowing installation is a dedicated team. Volunteers help light up downtown Vancouver, so check the festival website for how to sign up.
Support the Festival
Lumière is free public art, and it almost didn’t happen in 2026. Donations help support free public art and emerging artists, and the festival thanks its sponsors, partners, and supporters. It also gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.
Know Before You Go
- The festival is free and open to everyone
- Visit the festival website for the latest news, artwork details, and volunteer information
- Event details may change, so confirm before you go