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Car Free Day Vancouver – Main Street

Car Free Day Vancouver – Main Street is a large-scale, free street festival held along Vancouver’s Main Street to promote car-free spaces and culture. On Sunday, September 13, 2026, a significant stretch of the thoroughfare is closed to vehicle traffic to host live performances, artisan markets, and community activities.

Date
Sep 13, 2026
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Car Free Day Vancouver – Main Street
Date
Sep 13, 2026
Location
Vancouver
Street Festival Sustainability Community

Event summary

Highlights

  • Live concerts and performances
  • Artisan vendors and community booths
  • Food trucks and local vendors
  • Full pedestrianization of Main Street
The event transforms Main Street between East 10th Avenue and King Edward Avenue into a pedestrian-focused community space. Running from noon until 7 p.m., the festival features multiple stages for live music and entertainment, alongside a wide array of food trucks and local artisan vendors.

Attendees can explore numerous community booths and participate in family-friendly activities designed to encourage sustainable urban living. As an annual tradition in Vancouver, the festival attracts thousands of residents and visitors, requiring full road closures in the area to accommodate the foot traffic and event infrastructure.

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