On July 20th from 2–10 p.m., City of North Vancouver is celebrating the 5th anniversary of one of the region’s most beloved public spaces with a day of free concerts and family friendly activities at The Shipyards.
Expect Road Closures, Parking and Traffic Impacts
- Lonsdale Avenue between Esplanade Street and Victory Ship Way will be closed to vehicle traffic. Carrie Cates will be closed from Lonsdale to just past Museum Muse. Vehicles will still be able to access Lonsdale Avenue from Victory Ship Way. Delivery vehicles will be able to access Museum Muse under the supervision of traffic flaggers.
- Expect parking in the area to be limited.
- There may be traffic and transit delays. Please refer to service updates from TransLink at translink.ca/alerts.
Expect Crowds
The activities may bring more visitors to the area:
- Plan extra time to visit the amenities you are coming to see.
- City Staff will be on-site throughout the weekend to manage safety and road closures.
- Be patient with staff and other visitors – let’s keep The Shipyards a fun space!
Staying Heat Safe
- Please be prepared for the weather as it is expected to be warm and sunny. There will be misting stations and water fountains on-site, find tips on taking care of yourselves and others during the heat at cnv.org/Heat.
How to Get to The Shipyards
Visitors are encouraged to walk, take transit and bike to The Shipyards. The area is pedestrian-friendly with connecting trails and safe spaces to walk with friends and family. Bike parking is located throughout the area and a bike valet will be available on-site. Access is easy by transit, with the SeaBus arriving right at The Shipyards and bus connections nearby. Pay parking lots are available within a few blocks.
About The Shipyards 5th Anniversary Bash
The 5th Anniversary Festival will offer a free day of music performances on the main stage, cocktail lounges and tasting booths, as well as a range of fun and interactive workshops ranging from BMX demonstrations, outdoor games, Circus and Bollywood dance workshops, and indoor family friendly lounges to get out of the sun.
Visit cnv.org/LongSummerNights for all the details!
