Record-breaking Vancouver Marathon will close major roadways this weekend
Thousands of runners are set to lace up their sneakers and hit the pavement for the BMO Vancouver Marathon this weekend, and commuters are being warned that traffic will be impacted in many parts of the city.
Canadaâs top destination race is sold out for the full marathon, half marathon, and 8 km races, with a record 25,000+ registrants and their supporters expected to descend across several neighbourhoods on Sunday, May 4.
According to RUNVAN, the Vancouver International Marathon Society, several major roads will be closed to ensure that the massive event happens smoothly.
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“The Vancouver International Marathon Society would like to advise residents and business owners of temporary road closures and traffic control measures to accommodate this annual event on the first Sunday of May,” said RUNVAN on its website. “Thanks for your patience and cooperation in helping Vancouver deliver a world-class event.
“Your safety is taken seriously, and we respect the neighbourhoods through which the BMO Marathon Vancouver courses run. Please travel safely.”
Courtesy of RUNVAN
The areas that will see some closures are Riley Park, South Cambie, Oakridge, Fairview, Kerrisdale, Dunbar, UBC, Point Grey, Kitsilano, West End, Coal Harbour, Chinatown, Yaletown, Cambie, False Creek, and downtown.
Closures include the Burrard Street Bridge SB from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and the Cambie Street Bridge NB between 6:30 a.m. and 8 a.m. The Granville Street Bridge will remain open. However, the Vancouver Seawall will be closed in some areas.
Courtesy of RUNVAN
Many drivers, cyclists, and others will be impacted by the rolling closures, which will see some major routes to Canada Place, the airport, and other areas impacted at different times, starting as early as midnight the night before and lasting through to Sunday afternoon.
Translink will be operating on a Sunday schedule, with a number of bus routes being modified to accommodate the BMO Vancouver Marathon routes.
Courtesy of RUNVAN
There will also be a free public Health, Sports & Lifestyle Expo on Friday and Saturday at the Vancouver Convention Centre, as well as the new Victory Plaza at Jack Poole Plaza, featuring live music, all-ages activities, snacks, giveaways, and more.
For more information about the road closures, check out the full list and maps online.
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