Downtown Port Coquitlam will come alive with entertainment, culture, food, and fun activities this Sunday, September 7, as the City hosts its second annual Car Free Day. Presented by TransLink and in partnership with the City, this family-friendly street party on McAllister Avenue promises a day filled with excitement for all ages.
Everyone is invited to join the festivities on McAllister Avenue from 12:00 to 8:00 p.m. The event will feature two stage areas with live entertainment, a variety of food and local craft beverages, engaging displays, and numerous family activities.
As part of its commitment to promoting sustainable transportation, TransLink is proud to support Car Free Day. This year's Ride & Shine Campaign will offer a bike valet service, discounts to local summer destinations, and a series of Car Free festivals.
Come and experience the best of Port Coquitlam's vibrant community while supporting a greener, more sustainable future.
Car Free Day on McAllister Avenue: Sept. 7, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Join in the fun throughout the afternoon and early evening, including:
- Main stage entertainment on McAllister 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.:
- Michaela Slinger (12:00 - 12:45 p.m.)
- Shauna Singer (1:00 - 1:45 p.m.)
- Speakers (1:45 p.m.)
- Carmelina Cupo (2:00 - 3:00 p.m.)
- Robin Layne (3:20 - 4:20 p.m.)
- Beauty Shop Dolls (4:40 - 5:25 p.m.)
- The Coyotes (5:40 - 6:25 p.m.)
- The Limit (6:45 - 8:00 p.m.)
- Beverage garden:
- Food Vendors:
- Shameless Buns
- KYU Grill
- Gord's Concession
- Me N Eds
- Cassandra Cake Co
- PoCo Bowl
- Gary's Kettle Corn
- JG Sweet and Salty Foods
- Intercontinental Flavours
- Family and youth activities including chalk art, lawn games and more,
- Family stage entertainment in Veterans Park:
- Nette Songs (12:00 -1:00 p.m.)
- Terrance Wang YoYo (1:00 - 1:30 p.m.)
- Zero Gravity Bike Show (1:05 - 1:30 p.m.)
- Ashley Pater (1:45 - 2:30 p.m.)
- Zero Gravity Bike Show (2:35 - 3:00 p.m.)
- Beauty Shop Dolls Magic Kingdom (3:05 - 3:50 p.m.)
- Zero Gravity Bike Show (3:55 - 4:30 p.m.)
- Preeti Singh Bollywood Dance (4:20 - 4:50 p.m.)
- The Cover Bandages (5:05 - 5:55 p.m.)
- Jessica Yue Classical Chinese Dance (6:15 - 6:45 p.m.)
- Leadway (7:05 - 8:00 p.m.)
- Translink booth and board the Ride and Shine and more
- City and other community displays and market vendors
- Attendees will also be encouraged to take a car free pledge
Car-free days take place across the country and aims to inspire people to get out of their cars, interact with each other, and explore alternative modes of transportation.
Parking, Road Closures and Detours
The following traffic/safety control measures will be put into place Saturday Sept. 7.
Street closures from 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.:
- McAllister Avenue from Shaughnessy Street to Mary Hill Road
- Donald Street from McAllister Avenue to Wilson Avenue
Getting to Car Free Day
Event-goers are encouraged to take transit, walk or cycle to the festival. There will be a free bike valet to park bikes with ease in a secured area.
Take Transit by taking one of the many bus routes - the 159, 160, 170, 173, 174, and 188 all a few minutes' walk away from McAllister Avenue.Car Free Day is funded by Translink.
Sponsors include:
- Global BC - Media Sponsor
- Port Coquitlam Business Improvement Association (PoCo BIA) - Silver Sponsor
- Vancouver's Best Places - Bronze Sponsor
- Woodbridge - Bronze Sponsor
Contributors:
- Tri-Cities Dispatch
WHL Pre-season Games
The City of Port Coquitlam will be hosting two Western Hockey League (WHL) pre-season games - Vancouver Giants vs. Victoria Royals on Sat. Sept. 7 at 7:00 p.m and on Sun. Sept. 8 at 2:00 p.m at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (PCCC) - Jon Baillie Arena. Tickets will be available to purchase for $16 (plus tax) at PCCC.
For more information on the Car Free Day event visit portcoquitlam.ca/carfreeday.
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Media Contact
Ximena Ibacache
Manager of Communications & Administrative Services
City of Port Coquitlam
Tel 604.927.5499
Email [email protected]