KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

We can’t wait to celebrate Canada Day with you at one of Abbotsford’s biggest community celebrations of the year. Before you head out, here’s everything you need to know to help plan your day.

PARADE

• Parade Route: Proceeds down South Fraser Way from Bourquin Crescent, down Trethewey Street, and ends at W.J. Mouat Secondary School on Mouat Drive.
• Time: 11 AM Parade Start

Arrive early to secure a viewing spot along the parade route. Road closures will be in effect prior to the parade start time:

• South Fraser Way: 10 AM – 2 PM
• Bourquin Crescent W: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
• Trethewey Street (From South Fraser Way to Maclure Road): 10 AM – 2 PM

Please refer to the map below and plan accordingly.

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD

Have a favourite float, performance, or parade entry? Cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award and help us recognize the parade participant that best captured the spirit of Abbotsford Canada Day.

Voting will be open during the parade, with the voting link shared on the City of Abbotsford’s Instagram and Facebook pages. The winner will be announced during the Official Ceremony at 2:00 PM at the Canada Day Festival at Abbotsford Exhibition Park.

FESTIVAL PARKING

Free public parking will be available at:

• Abbotsford City Hall
• The Reach Gallery Museum
• Chief Dan George Middle School
• W.J. Mouat Secondary School
• Emmanuel Mennonite Church
• Trinity Christian Reformed Church
• Maranatha Baptist Church

Please follow all event signage and parking attendants upon arrival. Additional walking time may be required from overflow parking locations.

Please note that exiting parking lots at Abbotsford Exhibition Park may take additional time at the end of the evening, particularly following the fireworks display. Please plan accordingly and expect delays when leaving the event site.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• Don’t forget to bring:
• Sunscreen & hats
• Lawn chairs or blankets
• Refillable water bottles (Re-fill stations available at the festival site)
• Please dispose of garbage and recycling responsibly. Waste stations will be available across the event site. Refer to the Green Team (wearing green shirts) for any questions regarding waste.
• Pets are welcome, but all animals must remain on a leash at all times.
• Event details are subject to change due to weather or operational requirements.

FESTIVAL

FESTIVAL ACTIVITIES

The festival also features Air Brush Tattoos, Inflatables, and Mini Golf by Novus Crystal Glass from 1-7 PM.

ARTISANS MARKET (OPEN FROM 1-7 PM)

Coordinated by The Mango Market, don’t forget to check out a handmade & homegrown marketplace at Abbotsford Exhibition Fields.

FOOD TRUCKS

Coordinated by the Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival, don’t forget to check out the delicious selection of food trucks available throughout the festival.

maIN STAGE

The Canada Day Main Stage will showcase performances by local musicians, dancers, and cultural programming.

maIN STAGE SCHEDULE

FIREWORKS

* Weather Permitting

Time: 10:00 PM Fireworks Start (Launching from Ball Diamonds)

Planning to watch the fireworks from a distance? No worries! Download the Pyrocast App (Show Code: 2WJ4) to stream the music and enjoy the full experience wherever you are. Download the app ahead of time to avoid any last-minute hiccups and enjoy the full experience without interruption.

Road closures will be in effect for prior to the fireworks start time. Please refer to the map below and plan accordingly.

LOST CHILD

Canada Day can get busy, so we encourage families to make a plan before exploring the festival grounds.

• Take a photo of your child before arriving at the event.
• Review a meeting spot in case your group becomes separated.
• Teach children to look for event staff or volunteers if they need help.
• If a child becomes separated from their parent or guardian, or if a parent/guardian is looking for a lost child, please go directly to the Information Tent for assistance.
• Please refer to the site map for the Information Tent location.
• Stay aware of your surroundings in crowded areas.

If a child becomes separated from their parent or guardian, or if a parent/guardian is looking for a lost child, please go directly to the Information Tent for assistance.

ACCESSIBILITY

The City of Abbotsford, in partnership with Tourism Abbotsford, continues to expand accessibility and inclusion features at this year’s Canada Day celebration to help create a welcoming and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Returning is the sensory-safe area, operated by the Monarch House, open to all ages from 1–6 PM.

Additional accessibility features include:

• Accessible washrooms throughout the festival site, including accessible portable washrooms along the parade route;
• Multi-lingual volunteers available on site for assistance;
• Designated drop-off and pick-up zones for individuals with mobility challenges;
• Complimentary wheelchairs available on site for public use.