Symphony at Sunset 2026 in Vancouver

Enjoy a Free Waterfront Concert with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra

Experience an unforgettable summer evening at Symphony at Sunset 2026, a free outdoor concert presented by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO) in partnership with the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation. Taking place on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at David Lam Park, this beloved annual event returns for its seventh season, bringing world-class orchestral music to one of Vancouver's most beautiful waterfront parks.

Under the direction of Music Director Otto Tausk, the full Vancouver Symphony Orchestra will perform a spectacular program featuring classical masterpieces alongside iconic music from blockbuster films, including Star Wars, Harry Potter, E.T., and Hook.

Date

Saturday, July 11, 2026

Time

8:00 PM

Location

David Lam Park

1300 Pacific Boulevard

Vancouver, BC

Admission

Free

No tickets required.

Concert Highlights

• Live performance by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra
• Free outdoor waterfront concert
• Classical masterpieces
• Iconic movie soundtracks
• Family-friendly summer event
• Beautiful sunset setting at David Lam Park

2026 Concert Program

Opening

• O Canada — Calixa Lavallée
• The Coast Salish Anthem (Arranged by William Rowson)

Classical Highlights

• Beethoven – Symphony No. 5 (First Movement)
• Elgar – Nimrod from Enigma Variations
• Saint-Saëns – Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso
• Dinuk Wijeratne – Letter From The Afterlife
• Beethoven – Symphony No. 7 (Second Movement)
• Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 4 (Finale)

Film Music by John Williams

Enjoy unforgettable music from some of cinema's greatest adventures, including:

• Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi Theme
• Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
  • Witches, Wands and Wizards
  • Aunt Marge's Waltz
• Hook – The Flight to Neverland
• E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial – Flying Theme

Performance Duration

Approximately 90 minutes

Why You Should Attend

Symphony at Sunset is one of Vancouver's signature summer traditions, combining outstanding live orchestral music with spectacular waterfront scenery. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, relax by False Creek, and enjoy an evening of timeless classical works and beloved film scores performed live by one of Canada's premier orchestras. It's an ideal outing for families, music lovers, and anyone looking to enjoy a memorable summer night outdoors.

Event Information

Event: Symphony at Sunset 2026

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026

Time: 8:00 PM

Location: David Lam Park, Vancouver, BC

Admission: Free

Organizer: Vancouver Symphony Orchestra

Official Website: https://www.vancouversymphony.ca/event/symphony-at-sunset/