Opera in the Park featuring Vancouver Opera
2025 sees the return of Opera in Park (July 13 at 7:30 pm) for their 4th performance in Deer Lake Park (get directions).
Come early for the family friendly pre-show and food trucks, bring a blanket or chair, enjoy a picnic and settle in for a wonderful weekend of entertainment with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and Vancouver Opera.
Just a reminder that parking in the vicinity is limited, so alternate transportation is recommended. Visit TransLink Trip Planner.
Questions and answers
Deer Lake Avenue – eastbound (Deer Lake Parkway to Sperling Ave) will be closed.
After 4 pm: limited and authorized access only, one direction traffic heading west on Deer Lake Avenue. Full closure from 9 pm onwards.
The Highway 1-Kensington Avenue westbound offramp is closed for pavement repairs. Use Gaglardi Way or Willingdon Avenue exits for north/south travel off Highway 1 westbound. Please plan ahead and give yourself more time to reach your destination.
Our commitment to your safety
Public safety is our top priority. The City of Burnaby has put in place strict safety measures to ensure the well-being of everyone during the event, including new measures for 2025. We kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation with these practices. If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at [email protected].
We are dedicated to creating an event that brings our community together, setting aside our differences and celebrating our shared identity as neighbours. Rest assured, as we gather for Opera in the Park, all organizers have taken extensive steps to secure both the public and the event site.
Yes, there will be a number of food trucks on site!
- Groovin Grill
- Juicy Green Express
- Dos Amigos
- Rocky Point Ice Cream
- Reel Mac & Cheese
- Cravings Kettle Corn
- G's Donairs
- Mr Tubesteak
- Aloha Poke
- Twisted Potato
This event draws a very large crowd to the park. Visitors are encouraged to leave their pets at home. Service animals with proper identification are permitted.
- lawn chairs
- refillable water bottles
- dress for the weather – jackets, hats, sunscreen and sunglasses
- outside food is permitted
- large tents, tarps, umbrellas, or other items that will block the view of others
- barbeques or fires
- professional video or audio recording devices
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