Vancouver Seawall

The Vancouver Seawall extends along 22 km of the city's waterfront, including the 8.8 km loop around Stanley Park. Each year it plays host to many running and walking events and is the perfect venue for race organizers.

While most known for its loop around Stanley Park and presence in downtown Vancouver, the Seawall has continued to expand and now follows the waterfront south of downtown along False Creek west to Kitsilano Beach. The seawall is divided into two paths, one for walkers/runners and the other for inline skaters and cyclists, and passes by a number of Vancouver sporting venues and attractions making it appealing and practical for a variety of events.

Fast Facts

Stanley Park’s seawall spans 8.8km
Coal Harbour Seawall section spans 2.2 km
False Creek to Kitsilano Seawall section spans 11 km

Other Info:
- maximum event capacity on seawall is 2000 participants
- divided into two paths along its entire route: walkers/runners and inline skaters/cyclists
- passes beside a number of parks, beaches, pools and community centres; each with varying event capacity and capabilities

Facility Specs

Year completed 1980 Seating capacity 1 Parking capacity 3200 Medical room No Warm up area No Licensed for alcohol No Official rooms Food services Yes Dressing rooms

Scoreboard Sound system No Owner Public Office space No Weight room / fitness facility No Equipment storage No Ticket box No Media room No Internet capability Hospitality room No

Sport Hosting Services

Tourism Vancouver has a dedicated "sport tourism" staff ready to assist in locating facilities, accommodations, sports & event services and bid preparation.

The Vancouver Sports Tourism Task Force provides a network of resources and expertise in the sports event and facility industry.

Vancouver has a city funded "sport hosting grant" to encourage the use of city sport facilities, coaches and resources. For more information please visit vancouver.ca/parks/info/sporthostinggrant/index.htm

Hosting Portfolio

The Seawall hosts a number of run/walk events each year including:

Terry Fox Run
Pacific Roadrunners First Half-½ Marathon
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Walk With The Dragon
Scotiabank AIDS Walk For Life
Running Room/Salvation Army Santa Shuffle

Weather Information

Vancouver's average maximum temperature is 6°C (43°F) in January and 22°C (72°F) in July.

Facility Contact

Michelle Taylor
Manager, Meeting & Convention Sales
Tourism Vancouver
604.631.2866
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More Information

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