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BC Place glows with 30 candles to celebrate 30 years of amazing events

July 20th, 2013

Vancouver, BC: Vancouver’s skyline will feature 30 candles on select evenings this June and July, marking the 30th Anniversary of BC Place.

BC Place has been the home of countless moments in BC’s rich history, hosting more than 30 million guests at events as diverse as the province itself. Since its official opening on June 19, 1983, BC Place has hosted thousands of events, large and small, from world-class concerts with 62,000 in attendance, to community days where fans have met their heroes.

To further celebrate the occasion, BC Place invites all British Columbians to share their favourite memories of BC Place for a chance to win prizes during the 30 days of celebrations. Full contest details are at www.bcplace.com

SPECIAL LIGHTING: BC PLACE CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF EVENTS WITH 30 CANDLES

Dates:
June 20, 22, 23, 24, and,
July 5, 7 thru 13, 15, 16, 17.

Time:
Sunset to 11:00PM

*Note: evenings that do not feature 30 candles will continue to be lit various colours in support of Vancouver Whitecaps FC, BC Lions Football Club, and other community initiatives.

About the “Northern Lights” at BC Place
The stadium roof façade – known as the Northern Lights Display - uses 1700 ‘ETFE’ panels, stacked four rows high, and 6,800 linear feet of energy-efficient LED lights to create customizable lighting displays. BC Place has used the entire roof to promote specific events, create seasonal displays and raise awareness for community and charitable organizations.

For more information, follow BC Place on Twitter @BCPlace or visit www.bcplace.com

Media Contact
Duncan Blomfield
Marketing & Communications Manager
BC Place
Tel: 604 661 7360
Email: DBlomfield@bcpavco.com