Hologram Zoo opens Vancouver's first holographic wildlife attraction

Hologram Zoo Vancouver is now open in the city’s entertainment district, bringing immersive animal and dinosaur experiences to British Columbia’s first holographic wildlife attraction. The venue adds a new family option in Vancouver while tying ticket sales to wildlife and conservation charities. Why it matters: - Hologram Zoo Vancouver gives families, tourists and community groups a new indoor attraction built around nature, animals and dinosaurs without live-animal captivity. - The venue arrives as more consumers look for animal-friendly entertainment options and experiences that support conservation. - A portion of every ticket will go to a wildlife or conservation charity chosen each month by guests. What happened: - Hologram Zoo Vancouver opened in Vancouver’s entertainment area on June 15, 2026. - The attraction is British Columbia’s first holographic wildlife attraction. - The Canadian-owned venue is located at 50 Smithe Street in Vancouver. - The attraction is now open to the public, with tickets, operating hours, group bookings and special events available through the Hologram Zoo Vancouver website. - Visitors are encouraged to book online to secure a preferred time slot. The details: - The attraction uses laser projection and mathematical algorithms to create holographic environments. - Guests can travel through themed settings inspired by countries around the world and interact with animals, dinosaurs and other creatures. - Featured experiences include continental wildlife exhibits such as Africa and Australia, plus a dinosaur show. - Entry includes a 30- to 40-minute immersive experience. - Tickets also include Hollywood-style green-screen photos and videos that are instantly downloaded to a phone. - Visitors receive an exclusive souvenir. - Hologram Zoo Vancouver is the 25th location to open in partnership with Australian company Axiom Holographics. - Axiom Holographics created the underlying entertainment technology. Between the lines: - Vancouver gives the Hologram Zoo brand a North American foothold in a high-traffic entertainment district. - The charity donation model adds a conservation angle that may help the attraction stand out from standard family entertainment offerings. - Rob Frost, owner of Hologram Zoo Vancouver, said the project reflects his years in British Columbia and his view that the city had room for another family attraction. - Bruce Dell, CEO of Axiom Holographics, said Vancouver is a key North American location as the company expands internationally. What’s next: - Hologram Zoo Vancouver is expected to build its audience through online bookings, group visits and special events. - Monthly guest selection of a wildlife or conservation charity will shape where a portion of ticket revenue goes. - Axiom Holographics is likely to keep expanding the Hologram Zoo brand in other markets. The bottom line: - Vancouver has a new tech-driven family attraction that blends wildlife education, immersive storytelling and conservation giving without live animals.