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The Lantern City returns to light up the new year with arts and culture! Featuring artworks from Indigenous artists, South Asian artists, and more, these lanterns highlight the beautiful communities of Vancouver.<\/p>\n

The Lantern City<\/h2>\n

Date<\/strong>: February 14 – March 9, 2026
\nTime<\/strong>: All Day
\nVenues<\/strong>:
\n\u0161x\u02b7\u019b\u0313\u0259n\u0259q Xwtl’e7\u00e9n\u1e35 Square (North of the Vancouver Art Gallery)
\nGranville Island
\nPendulum Gallery
\n800 Robson Plaza
\nBentall Centre
\nWebsite<\/strong>: thelanterncity.ca<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The Lantern City returns to light up the new year with arts and culture! Featuring artworks from Indigenous artists, South Asian artists, and more, these lanterns highlight the beautiful communities of Vancouver. The Lantern City Date: February 14 – March 9, 2026 Time: All Day Venues: \u0161x\u02b7\u019b\u0313\u0259n\u0259q Xwtl’e7\u00e9n\u1e35 Square (North
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