Gastown public spaces

The Grand Prix is returning to Gastown on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. 

Public space enhancements removal: July 8, 10, and 11

To support the Grand Prix, the public space enhancements on Water Street will be temporarily removed and reinstalled before and after the event.

Traffic closures: 7am, July 8, to end of day July 11

This work will require traffic closures on Water Street and Powell Street, west of Columbia Street, including a full closure from Cambie to Richards/Cordova streets.

Local traffic access: July 8 to 11

The remainder of Water Street will be local traffic only, when possible:

• Local access will be maintained across Water Street at Abbott Street and Cambie Street.
• Westbound Cordova Street will remain open to access the area.
• Local businesses, sidewalks, and pedestrian access will remain open. 

Water Street closure: July 9

Water Street will be closed from 12pm to 12am for the Grand Prix race event. 

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Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to welcoming visitors to the Grand Prix event.