PNE Amphitheatre

The PNE Amphitheatre redevelopment in Vancouver, BC is a 133,000 square foot cultural and performing arts venue for the City of Vancouver. AES is providing electrical engineering services for the transformation of the existing 1960s amphitheatre into a year-round, open-air venue defined by one of the world’s largest free-span mass timber roof structures.

The electrical design delivers near-zero-emissions infrastructure that supports the project’s LEED Gold, Salmon Safe, and Rick Hansen Gold certification goals. Power distribution is developed to accommodate a permanent stage, a three-storey back-of-house facility, and flexible seating zones for up to 10,000 spectators. Integrated show-power systems, performance lighting, and audio infrastructure reduce event setup costs and support both touring productions and community organizations.

AES coordinated closely with the architectural team to integrate electrical systems within the starburst mass timber roof without impacting its visual clarity. Energy-efficient house lighting and site lighting enhance safety and accessibility while preserving views and supporting the amphitheatre’s cultural programming. The resulting design provides a resilient, efficient, and production-ready electrical framework that enables this renewed landmark to serve as a vital cultural hub for the city.