Program Dates
Overview
Perform at the Vancouver Heritage Festival with the opportunity to march in a televised parade! Showcase your ensemble’s talents on an international stage in one of North America’s most beautiful cities. Students will grow as performers through expert instruction and feedback from adjudicators. This unique opportunity includes the Capilano Bridge or Grouse Mountain Tour and an Awards Ceremony at P.N.E. Playland. Add optional attractions like the Vancouver Aquarium.
Itinerary
Day 1
Travel to Vancouver, BC
Super Skyride to the top of Grouse Mountain (optional)
Everything that makes Vancouver great comes together at Grouse Mountain. The Skyride takes visitors on a one-mile journey to the Peak Chalet, 3,700 feet above sea level for breathtaking panoramic views of the city, ocean, and surrounding mountains.
Day 2
Festival performances
Take the Heritage Festival stage and showcase your ensemble in a professionally adjudicated performance. Each group is given 30-35 minutes on stage for a panel of three experienced adjudicators, who provide both written and recorded feedback to support continued growth. Following your performance, one adjudicator leads an on-stage clinic, offering real-time instruction and reinforcing techniques that connect directly back to your classroom learning, while students also have the opportunity to watch peer ensembles and gain inspiration from other performances.
Day 3
Festival performances continued
Festival performances continue throughout the day. Your ensemble’s scheduled performance time will be provided in advance, allowing you to plan your day accordingly.
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park visit
Originally built in 1889, Capilano Suspension Bridge stretches 450 feet across and 230 feet above the Capilano River, offering sweeping views of the forest below. The surrounding park provides an immersive look at the region’s history, culture, and natural environment, with interpretive displays throughout the rainforest, along trout ponds, and among towering evergreens.
Awards Ceremony at P.N.E. Playground
Celebrate at your exclusive awards ceremony hosted at P.N.E. Playground, where choirs, orchestras, and bands are recognized for high scores within their class, and standout individuals are honored for exceptional performances. The evening also includes rides and a picnic dinner with your group.
Day 4
More sightseeing or optional activities
Depart for home
Already Included
Performance in a national festival
Adjudication by a panel of three renowned music professionals
Hotel accommodations
Onstage clinic
Meals and activities (details in itinerary)
Exclusive awards ceremony
Accident & medical insurance coverage under WorldStrides' industry-leading policy
Free high school credit for students who choose to complete WorldStrides free online coursework post-program
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Health & Safety
WorldStrides has been tackling the unprecedented for the last 55 years. Our experienced team is leading the way, constantly evolving to meet the ever-changing landscape for student travel. In addition, we have an extensive network in place to ensure the health and safety of all our participants.
Accident & Medical Insurance
For added protection, all travelers are automatically covered under WorldStrides' industry best accident, illness, and accident-related dental insurance.
Name Badges
WorldStrides-branded lanyards provide clear identification and easy access to our WorldAssist phone number, should your student need help.
Doctors on Call
An exclusive relationship with the George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates that grants our travelers 24/7 access to medical care through telehealth consultations.
WorldAssist
WorldStrides staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help.
AXA Mental Health Services
For added peace-of-mind, all travelers have confidential access to a behavioral health care specialist while on tour should the need arise.
Additional health and safety measures may be available within your respective destination. Refer to your program-specific materials for complete details.
Payment Plans
Advantage Payment Plan
At program sign-up you can opt to pay in full, or break up the cost of your trip with the Advantage Payment Plan. This plan allows you to pay a small initial deposit, then have your remaining payments spread out into affordable monthly amounts.
EZPay
We offer an EZPay option, which is a simple way to pay for your WorldStrides program by scheduling hassle-free, automatic drafts from your checking account. With EZPay, you'll never be late or miss an installment.
Fundraising Tools
Our easy-to-use tools put students in the driver's seat of their own fundraising efforts. Students can send e-cards, share links on social media, and even send out printed letters through WorldStrides' Gift of Education program. In one click friends and family members can make a direct donation to the trip - with 100% of the money raised going to offset their trip price. Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education.
Also, WorldStrides makes program-specific scholarships available as well as other scholarship resources. Ask your Account Manager for more information about scholarships and fundraising tools.