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Illuminating the Shadows: Discover Military History Through Light!

Included with admission

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What's on Events and programming Illuminating the Shadows: Discover Military History Through Light!
Activity Families General public

Location:

  • Barney Danson Theatre,
  • Main lobby,
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Activity Families General public

Shed some light on military history with light-themed activities!

Rally your friends and family for a one-of-a-kind mission into the shadows!

Explore how light and darkness have shaped the tactics of the Canadian Armed Forces — from covert operations to cutting-edge technology — in this interactive experience.

Then step into the action yourself through our Night Raid Challenge.

December 13, 2025 to January 8, 2026

 

Please note that all times and activities are subject to change without notice.

  Dec. 13, 2025 to Jan. 8, 2026
Sunday
English French
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Monday
English French
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Tuesday
English French
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Wednesday
English French
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Dec. 24, 2025
  • 9:30 am to 1:30 pm
  • 9:30 am to 1:30 pm
Thursday
English French
  • 9:30 am to 6:30 pm
  • 9:30 am to 6:30 pm
Dec. 25, 2025
Closed Closed
Friday
English French
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Saturday
English French
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
  • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

Night Raid challenge

Strap on night-vision goggles and navigate a shadowy course, using stealth, sharp eyes, and quick thinking to track down hidden beanbags while avoiding detection.

Inspired by actual military strategy, this high-energy adventure brings together history, strategy and fun under the cover of darkness!

Times: English and French: Every hour on the hour from 10 am to 4 pm, and until 6 pm on Thursdays
For ages 4 and up.

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