Car Free Day: Vancouver returns on Sunday, Sept. 15! More than a festival, this community-led and created event celebrates diversity, sustainability, creativity, and connection.

Experience live music, delicious food, local vendors and family-friendly activities. With over 30 performers across 4 stages, it’s a day to enjoy vibrant performances, connect with neighbors, and embrace the joy of car-free living.

Check out the vendor list and view the event map for details.

Car Free Day: Vancouver

📅 Date: Sunday, Sept. 15
🕕 Time: Noon to 7 p.m.
📍 Location: Main Street, 10th – 30th Ave.
🎟️ Admission: Free!

Take transit to Car Free Day: Vancouver

🚍 Buses: This area is well served by transit with several buses connecting through on either end of the event. Find the best route and plan your trip visit  translink.ca/tripplanner.

Making it a family affair? Remember, kids 12 and under ride free every day!

Don’t have a Compass Card? Use contactless payment to pay for your transit fare. Simply tap your Interac Debit or contactless credit card (Visa, Mastercard, or American Express) on our Compass Card readers to pay an adult fare. This includes Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay.

Ride your bike to Car Free Day: Vancouver

Bike, walk, ride, and roll to Car Free Day: Vancouver — it is car free day after all!

Park your bike at the Bike Valet for free during the event. A bike valet is like a coat check, but for your bike. They accept bikes of all shapes and sizes, including tandem bikes, cargo bikes and e-bikes, and even strollers.

Tap into special offers with your Compass Card

Don’t let the fun end at Car Free Day: Vancouver. Use your Compass Card to unlock special offers and discounts with an incredible lineup of local businesses, including in Vancouver. Visit translink.ca/taketransit to find the offer that’s uniquely you, near transit and in Vancouver.