Getting to the Festival

The Steveston Salmon Festival is taking place across Steveston Village. Check out the festival map and the parade route. There are multiple ways to get here and we encourage all visitors to choose a sustainable method of transport where possible. Here are a few suggestions:

On Foot

If it’s possible, walk to the festival! There’s lots to explore, so taking a stroll to the festival and throughout the grounds is a great way to get in your daily steps.

 

On Bike

The ride into Steveston includes many great bike routes. Take the path along the waterfront to start your day at the Britannia Zone or ride down the Railway corridor. Bring your bike and store it in one of our two bike valets. No bike lock needed as this will be a secured compound and operated just like a coat check. You can also leave your strollers here too. Don’t forget your helmet!

9:00am–7:00pm: Wheel Watch, located on the festival grounds east of the Community Police Station

9:00am–7:00pm: Steveston Bike Valet, located at the Gulf of Georgia National Cannery National Historic Site parking lot

 

Shuttle Bus

A convenient, FREE shuttle service available to make it easy for you to attend the festival.

ROUTE A: Richmond City Hall and Britannia Shipyards: Operates from 9:00am–7:00pm with departures approximately every 20 minutes. One accessible bus will run this line.

Richmond City Hall (6911 No. 3 Rd.)

  • Park and Ride available with parking on-site
  • 5-minute walk from Richmond-Brighouse Canada Line Station
  • The shuttle goes to Britannia Shipyards
  • First bus departs at 9:00am; last bus departs at 7:00pm.

Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site (5180 Westwater Dr.)

  • A 10-minute walk to the morning parade route and festival grounds
  • The shuttle goes to Richmond City Hall
  • First bus departs at 9:20am; last bus departs at 7:30pm.

 

ROUTE B: West Richmond Community Centre and Gulf of Georgia Cannery: Operates from 12:30PM–7:00PM with departures approximately every 20 minutes. One accessible bus will run this line.


West Richmond Community Centre (9180 No. 1 Rd.)

  • Park and Ride available with parking on-site
  • The shuttle goes to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery
  • First bus departs at 12:30pm; last bus departs at 7:00pm.

Gulf of Georgia Cannery (12138 Fourth Ave.)

  • A 5-minute walk to the festival grounds
  • Shuttle goes to the West Richmond Community Centre
  • First bus departs at 12:50pm; last bus departs at 7:30pm.
Richmond Discovery Shuttle

Download the Richmond Discovery Shuttle schedule by clicking here.

By Car

If you choose to drive, please note that on-site parking will be limited and road closures will impact access throughout the day. Refer to the road closures and recommended travel routes in advance.

A limited number of accessible parking spaces will be available at these designated sites:

Please note that festival parking locations will be staffed by volunteers from local community organizations. Parking at these sites will be available by donation, with all proceeds supporting the Steveston Judo Club and Richmond Agricultural & Industrial Society.