Stanley Park to see traffic impacts in September from events and projects

August 30 2024 -

In September, Stanley Park will host a series of large-scale events in addition to operational activities that will result in traffic impacts throughout the park. Congestion is expected, particularly at park exits and entrances.

The Park Board is asking visitors to consider leaving their vehicles at home, or park outside the park. Alternative modes of transportation, such as public transit, walking, biking and rolling will be the most efficient ways to get to and around the park during these special events. Further, reducing non-essential vehicle travel, will help ensure people with disabilities and accessibility needs can and are able to access the park.

Traffic Impacts

• Select roads and parking lots will be temporarily closed. More details below
• Congestion at the entrance to Stanley Park from Georgia Street and the exit from North Lagoon Drive, as vehicles merge with Lions Gate Bridge traffic
• Signage will be in place to indicate diversions

Upcoming Special Events

Vancouver Triathlon

Monday, September 2, 2024

6am to 11am

• Georgia St. lane closure into Stanley Park, starting at Denman to the entrance of Stanley Park and including Stanley Park

6:30am to 11am

• All roads in Stanley Park closed
• Seawall will remain open throughout the event

Event details: https://multisportscanada.com/events/vancouver-triathlon-2/ External website, opens in new tab

Ellen Neel Totem Pole removal

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Starting in the morning until work is complete

• Full closure of parking lot adjacent to Brockton Totem Poles

RBC GranFondo

Saturday, September 7, 2024

4am to 8:30am

• Partial closure of Stanley Park Drive, east of Avison Way

5:30am to 8:30am

• Full closure of Avison Way, Pipeline Road and Stanley Park Drive
• Full closure of northbound Stanley Park Causeway and Lions Gate Bridge. Single lane, southbound Stanley Park Causeway and Lions Gate Bridge
• Seawall will remain open throughout the event
• Full closure of W Georgia from Denman to Stanley Park

Event details: https://www.rbcgranfondo.com/whistler/traffic-advisories/ External website, opens in new tab

Battle of Britain Ceremony

Sunday, September 8, 2024

8:30am to 3:30pm

• Full closure of Rose Garden Lane

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival

Tuesday, September 10, to Tuesday, September 17, 2024

• Full closure of Stanley Park Brockton Totem Pole parking lot

Friday, September 13, to Sunday, September 15, 2024

• Full closure of Stanley Park Upper Cricket Field parking lot
• Full closure of parking stalls along Park Drive adjacent to Brockton Totem Pole parking lot

For those using trails in the park, be aware that some areas may be temporarily closed so Park and Urban Forestry staff can conduct necessary maintenance.

For your own safety and that of the crews, please respect all trail closures and give staff plenty of space to work.