Car Free Day returns to two Vancouver locations this weekend
This weekend marks the return of Vancouver’s ever-popular Car Free Day.
The annual event, typically held over three days, takes place in several of the city’s most popular neighbourhoods.
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It promotes the growth of car-free zones and puts a spotlight on a number of Vancouver’s communities and small businesses.
Best of all — there are no cars in sight.
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Car Free Day will be returning this weekend to the following locations:
- Saturday, June 15, 2019, in the West End
- Saturday, June 16, 2019, on Main Street
Car Free Day in the West End will be held between Robson Street and Davie Street from 12 to 7 pm and includes music stages, jam sessions, and art exhibitions.
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Main Street is the biggest of Vancouver’s festivals and spans 21 blocks from Broadway and 30th, in the heart of Mount Pleasant.
Entering its 12th year, visitors can expect 15 stages and a number of miniature festivals along the entire street, with kid-zones, skateboarders, funky artisan shops, and food vendors.
See also
- Car Free Day Vancouver releases its 2019 entertainment lineup
- Thousands flocked to Commercial Drive for Italian Day 2019 (PHOTOS)
- Car Free Vancouver Society wants to reimagine Vancouver with less cars
As per usual, attendance to the three events are free, and visitors are encouraged to walk, cycle, or transit to get to the festivities.
Car Free Day
Where: West End, Vancouver (Denman Street)
When: Saturday, June 15, 2019
Where: Main Street, Vancouver (Broadway to 30th)
When: Sunday, June 16, 2019
Time: 12 to 7 pm on both days
Cost: Free of charge
Daily Hive is a proud media sponsor of Car Free Day Vancouver
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