4th Car Free Day coming to Newton, vendors sought for spring date

Vendors are sought for the fourth Car Free Day Surrey event, set to return to the streets of Newton on Saturday, June 7.

Admission is free at the block party-like festival, which fills 137 Street with people, not cars, for a day of entertainment on multiple stages, food and more.

Surrey is among nine cities in the region that host Car Free Day events, presented by TransLink as a transit-focused festival, to which travelling by car is not encouraged.

“Whether you’re a local business looking to connect with the community or a food vendor eager to share your delicious creations, Car Free Day Surrey is the perfect opportunity to get involved and make a positive impact,” says a post on carfree.ca/city/surrey.

The website includes a link to vendor and performer applications — for members of Newton Business Improvement Association (BIA), artisan and commercial vendors, food, performers, non-profits and brand activations. The application deadline is May 16, and some fees apply for booth rental.

In Metro Vancouver, on various dates in spring and summer, the number of Car Free Day events has grown in recent years to include Surrey, Maple Ridge, three locations in Vancouver, Port Coquitlam, North Vancouver, New Westminster and Port Moody.

The 2024 Car Free Day Surrey event was the third held in Newton, and planning has begun for the fourth edition.

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