Travel & Culture

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Is Serving Soccer Fever—With A Side of Rainforest (Win!)

May 12, 2026

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If you needed another reason to visit Capilano Suspension Bridge Park this summer—this is it.

Just in time for the world’s biggest soccer tournament, the park is transforming into a full-on fan zone with Canyon Kick-Off, a six-week celebration running June 6 to July 19 that blends global football energy with iconic West Coast nature.

Picture this: you’re standing high above the canyon, surrounded by lush rainforest—and suspended beneath the bridge are flags from all eight competing nations, alongside a giant 10-foot soccer ball. It’s dramatic, it’s immersive, and yes, it’s very Instagrammable.

But it’s not just about the views. The entire park is getting in on the action with interactive fun for all ages—think foosball battles, soccer cornhole, and a Rainforest Explorer challenge that turns your visit into a mini adventure. Add in playful photo ops (hello, “LOVE the beautiful game” installation), and you’ve got a day out that feels equal parts nature escape and global celebration.

And then there’s the food.

The Cliff House Restaurant is going all in with a globally inspired menu featuring dishes from each competing nation—Belgian moules frites, a decadent Aussie Tim Tam caramel ice cream pie, and a very Canadian Caesar topped with maple caramelized bacon, to name a few.

The takeaway? Whether you’re a die-hard soccer fan or just here for the vibes, Canyon Kick-Off is one of the most fun—and unexpected—ways to experience Vancouver this summer.

Game day, but make it rainforest. —Noa Nichol

Win! A $450 Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Prize Pack!

Congrats Robert G. of New Westminster, BC, who will receive a pack of 4 tickets to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park and a $150 gift card to the Cliff House Restaurant (a $450 value)! Please note: if you are the winner, you will receive a DM (direct message) in Instagram directly from @vitadailymedia. Please be wary of fake accounts, which often use similar handles with an extra or missing letter, number or symbol. We will never ask for a payment or for your credit card number, and we will never ask you to click through a link. If you are unsure whether you have been contacted, via Instagram, by us or a fake account, email us before responding. Full contest rules/regulations here.

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    May 12th, 2026 at 4:38 am

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    May 13th, 2026 at 9:53 am

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    May 13th, 2026 at 11:04 am

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    May 13th, 2026 at 11:04 am

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    May 19th, 2026 at 10:31 pm

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