Playland is a seasonal amusement park at the PNE grounds in Vancouver, generally open from May through August. If you’re comparing playland tickets and hours, start with the seasonal calendar, then check the pass details and operating information for your chosen date.
- Location: 2901 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V5K 5J1.
- Season: Generally runs from May through August.
- Pass types: Fun and Thrill passes cover different sets of rides.
- Arrival: The entrance is near bus stops, and a bike rack is outside the gate.
How Playland’s seasonal calendar works
Playland’s regular standalone season generally runs from May through August. The exact calendar varies, so confirm that the park is operating on your intended date before making plans.
The park is at Hastings Street and Windermere Street, just off Highway 1 west at Exit 26. For more practical details about a visit, see this Playland Vancouver visit guide.
What do Playland tickets include?
Playland offers Fun and Thrill pass types, with the Thrill option covering the Fun Pass rides as well as listed thrill rides. Ride height restrictions vary, so check the requirements for the attractions you have in mind.
Tickets are date- and time-specific, and the PNE recommends buying online in advance. At entry, screenshots and PDF copies won’t work: open the digital ticket through your account on a mobile device and show that ticket. Check the official site before you go for ticket terms and current prices.
Ride capacity is limited, and admission does not guarantee that you’ll get on every ride. The PNE recommends planning your day and riding favourites early. Rides can also close during a visit because of extreme weather or required maintenance.
How do Playland hours and ride availability vary?
Playland hours change across the season and can differ by date, so there isn’t one set of playland opening hours to rely on for every visit. Check the PNE’s calendar for the specific day you’re considering; it may also list extended hours on selected evenings.
Park hours don’t guarantee that every ride will be operating. Weather, maintenance and capacity can affect what’s available, so leave room in your plan and check the PNE’s information before setting out.
How should you plan transport and arrival?
Playland is about 5.2 km from Cassandra Hotel. The hotel has nearby Joyce–Collingwood SkyTrain access: the station is about an 11-minute walk away. For help planning the transit portion, read this guide to Vancouver public transport from Joyce–Collingwood.
The main entrance is a short walk from several bus stops, and a bike rack sits outside the gate. TransLink provides transit fares and schedules. If you’re driving, PNE parking is at Hastings and Windermere Streets, with vehicle access through Gate 6 off North Renfrew Street and Gate 9 off Bridgeway Street.
Disabled parking is at Gate 2 off Renfrew Street. The PNE parking price provided for the Fair is not a standalone Playland parking price, so check the applicable parking information for your visit.
Playland uses cashless procedures for on-site retail and food and beverage. Credit and debit cards are accepted, with tap-enabled cards or Apple Pay and Google Pay recommended. Wheelchair and stroller rentals are available first come, first served at Guest Services.
FAQs
When does Playland usually open?
Its regular standalone season generally runs from May through August. Confirm the operating calendar for your planned date.
Are Playland tickets date-specific?
Yes. Tickets are date- and time-specific, and the PNE recommends buying online in advance.
Does admission guarantee access to every ride?
No. Ride capacity is limited, and rides may close because of weather or required maintenance.
Is parking included with a Playland ticket?
The available parking price is for the PNE Fair, not a stated standalone Playland parking price. Check the applicable parking information before your visit.