The Victoria Day Parade will make its way through downtown on Monday, May 18, celebrating 126 years of community spirit and cultural pride.
When: Monday, May 18, 9 a.m.
Where: The parade begins at the B.C. Legislature, travels along Government Street, Wharf Street, lower Johnson Street and ends near Centennial Square.
Road closures:
Parade route closures (8 a.m. to noon):
- Government Street (Humboldt to Superior St. closes at 6:30 a.m.)
- Government Street (Johnson to Bay St.)
- Wharf Street
- Lower Johnson Street
Roads will reopen once the parade has passed and it is safe to do so.
Inner Harbour and James Bay:
- Roads around the Inner Harbour and B.C. Legislature, except Superior Street, will be closed from 6:30 a.m. to noon
- Access to and from James Bay will be maintained via Superior Street
- BC Transit will continue service via Superior Street
- The BC Transit exchange at the Legislature will be closed from 6:30 a.m. to noon
Bridges:
- Johnson Street Bridge will be closed to westbound vehicle traffic from 8 a.m. to noon and remain open for eastbound traffic travelling toward downtown and people walking and cycling
- Point Ellice Bridge will be limited to westbound traffic only, as currently in place
Traffic impacts:
- Drivers should expect congestion and delays throughout the morning.
Travel options:
If you can, walk, bike or take the bus to the parade.
If driving is necessary:
