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Opera in the Park 2025 β Burnaby
π Date
Sunday, July 13, 2025
π Time
7:30 PM β 9:30 PM
Pre-show family activities begin after 5:00 PM
π Location
Deer Lake Park Festival Lawn
6450 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby, BC
π΅ Admission
Free! No tickets required
π View Official Event Website
Event Overview
Opera in the Park 2025 returns for its fourth year at the beautiful Deer Lake Park in Burnaby, featuring a captivating open-air concert by Vancouver Opera with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Audiences of all ages are invited to enjoy a relaxing evening filled with breathtaking performances of timeless operatic masterpieces, set amidst a scenic lakeside backdrop.
Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy this family-friendly summer traditionβno tickets needed!
πΆ 2025 Repertoire Highlights
Performed by Vancouver Opera and VSO | Conductor: Andrew Crust
Expect classics from the greats including:
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Verdi β La Forza del Destino, Rigoletto, Nabucco, La Traviata
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Mozart β CosΓ¬ fan tutte, Don Giovanni
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Puccini β La BohΓ¨me
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Selections include:
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βLa Donna Γ¨ mobileβ
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βBrindisiβ (Libiamo)
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βChe gelida maninaβ
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βO soave fanciullaβ
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βDeh, vieni alla finestraβ
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π Family-Friendly Activities
Arrive early to enjoy family-friendly pre-show entertainment starting after 5:00 PM. There will be activities for kids and plenty of space for families to picnic and unwind before the main performance.
π Food Trucks On Site
Delicious eats will be available from a variety of vendors, including:
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Groovin Grill
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Juicy Green Express
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Rocky Point Ice Cream
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Reel Mac & Cheese
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Cravings Kettle Corn
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Mr Tubesteak
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Aloha Poke
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Twisted Potato
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And more!
π΄ Accessibility & Transportation
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Wheelchair Accessible: Reserved seating platform, accessible washrooms, and paved access routes
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Bike Valet: Free and secure on-site service
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Public Transit Encouraged: Visit the TransLink Trip Planner
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SPARC Parking: Limited, first come first served
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No general public parking on site
π« Rules & Reminders
What to Bring:
β Lawn chairs or picnic blankets
β Refillable water bottles
β Snacks or picnic dinner
β Sunscreen, hats, weather-appropriate clothing
What to Leave at Home:
β Pets (service animals allowed)
β Smoking/vaping products
β Large tents, umbrellas, or tarps
β Barbecues and fires
β Professional recording equipment
About the Venue
Deer Lake Park is one of Burnabyβs most scenic outdoor venues, offering a perfect blend of nature and culture. Please note that there will be road closures in the area and limited vehicle access after 4:00 PM. Plan your visit accordingly and allow extra travel time.
π Discover all upcoming events in Vancouver at Vancouver Page β Discover Local Events.
