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Description
- When: Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Where: McAllister Avenue, Port Coquitlam, BC
- Cost: Free
- Hosted by: City of Port Coquitlam, presented by TransLink
Car Free Day takes over McAllister Avenue for a full street festival featuring live entertainment, family activities, local food and drink, community booths, and electric vehicle displays. Presented by TransLink, the free event encourages attendees to explore alternative ways of getting around while enjoying a car-free day in the community.
Main Stage on McAllister Avenue (1:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
| Entertainer | Set Time |
|---|---|
| The Crayons | 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM |
| Cat Murphy Band | 1:55 PM – 2:40 PM |
| Mayor and Council welcome | 3:10 PM – 3:20 PM |
| Top City | 3:20 PM – 4:20 PM |
| Canyon Riders | 4:40 PM – 5:55 PM |
| Rain City 6 | 6:15 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Rain City 6 (Set 2) | 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM |
Family Stage in Leigh Square (1:00 PM – 6:00 PM)
| Entertainer | Set Time |
|---|---|
| DJ Ira Dance Party | 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM |
| Parvaneh Dance | 2:00 PM – 2:20 PM |
| Magic Max (Roving) | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| DJ Ira Dance Party | 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM |
| Lola Loops (Roving) | 3:00 PM – 3:25 PM |
| Club Aviva | 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Lola Loops (Roving) | 3:45 PM – 4:10 PM |
| Magic Max | 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM |
| Lola Loops (Roving) | 4:30 PM – 4:55 PM |
| Baron | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
Eat & Drink
Food Trucks & Vendors
Gordo's Concession, I Heart Souvlaki, Rocky Point Ice Cream, Morrison Smash & Grab, Me N Eds, Gary's Kettle Corn, and Access Youth BBQ.
Beverage Garden
Local alcoholic beverages from NiceLife, Patina Brewing, Taylight Brewing, and Tinhouse Brewing, enjoyed responsibly at the beverage garden.
Market & Community Displays
A market of local vendors runs throughout the event — bring reusable bags for shopping. Community groups and local businesses also set up interactive displays and booths, including electric vehicles on display.
Activities & More
- Games Area
- Arts & Crafts
- Leigh Square Fountain Shows — spectacular fountain shows at 7:30 PM and 8:30 PM
Getting There
Attendees are encouraged to take transit, walk, or cycle to the festival. A free bike valet is available to securely park bikes in the small parking lot at the corner of McAllister Avenue and Donald Avenue.
Road closures on Saturday, August 29:
- McAllister Avenue from Shaughnessy Street to Mary Hill Road
- Donald Street from McAllister Avenue to Wilson Avenue
Plan Your Visit
- Event: Car Free Day
- Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: McAllister Avenue, Port Coquitlam, BC
- Admission: Free
- Website: portcoquitlam.ca/explore-poco/events/car-free-day
Two stages, a beverage garden, and fountain shows to close out the night — Port Coquitlam's Car Free Day turns McAllister Avenue into a free, all-day street festival built for walking, biking, and taking transit instead of driving in.
