Holiday Splash is what happens when the Vancouver Aquarium decides to do Christmas. Indoor and outdoor exhibits in Stanley Park glow with a million lights, a giant Jelly Snow Globe becomes the centrepiece, and Penguins 4-D gives the little ones something to squeal about. It’s a different kind of Christmas outing, and on a wet afternoon, a lot of it is indoors.
The 2026 dates haven’t been confirmed. Here’s what the event has offered and how to keep track.
Holiday Splash: Quick Facts
| What it is | A holiday event at the Vancouver Aquarium, with festive lights, a Jelly Snow Globe and a Penguins 4-D experience |
| Where | Vancouver Aquarium, 845 Avison Way, Stanley Park, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E2 |
| 2026 dates | Not confirmed yet |
| Lights | 1 million twinkling lights across indoor and outdoor exhibits |
| Best for | Families, couples and marine life fans |
| Official page | vanaqua.org |
When Is Holiday Splash in 2026?
Not announced. The aquarium’s Holiday Splash page lists no 2026 dates, hours or prices, and says the last event has ended. Watch vanaqua.org for the announcement.
What Holiday Splash Offers
- The Jelly Snow Globe, the glowing centrepiece of the event.
- Penguins 4-D, a 4-D film experience.
- A million lights across indoor and outdoor exhibits.
- The aquarium’s animals, as on any visit.
The aquarium hasn’t said which special programs, feedings or activities will run in 2026.
Where It Is
The Vancouver Aquarium is at 845 Avison Way in Stanley Park. Check the aquarium’s website for parking and accessibility.
More in Stanley Park and Downtown
- Astra Lumina, the light-and-sound night walk at the old Stanley Park Railway site.
- The Big Elf Run from Lumberman’s Arch on December 12.
- Downtown, the Vancouver Christmas Market and Gingerbread Lane.
Looking for another big light show? See Christmas lights in Vancouver, including indoor-friendly Glow Gardens Langley.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Holiday Splash in 2026?
Not confirmed yet. Check the aquarium’s website.
Where is it?
The Vancouver Aquarium, 845 Avison Way, Stanley Park.
What is the Jelly Snow Globe?
A glowing display that the aquarium features as the centrepiece of Holiday Splash.
How many lights are there?
About a million, across indoor and outdoor exhibits.
How much are tickets?
2026 prices haven’t been published.
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