The 66th Annual Vernon Winter Carnival Parade returns this weekend, bringing festive fun to Vernon on Saturday, Feb. 7.
To accommodate the event, road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect starting at 8:00 a.m. and will continue throughout the day.
27th Street will be closed between 30th Avenue and 48th Avenue. This section will remain closed to all traffic from 8:00 a.m. until approximately 2:00 p.m.
The parade itself will run from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Please refer to the map below for more route details.
East–west access will be maintained via 30th Avenue and 48th Avenue.
Motorists are advised to slow down, follow the direction of traffic control personnel, and use alternate routes during the closure to ensure the safety of drivers, pedestrians, spectators and parade participants.
Temporary changes for Vernon Regional Transit
Due to road closures around town, Vernon Regional Transit Routes 2 and 4 will be temporarily affected. For current routes and schedules, visit BC Transit’s website.
For more information about the Vernon Winter Carnival, including this year’s Parade and all upcoming events, visit vernonwintercarnival.com.
