Playland Vancouver is an amusement park in Hastings Park, operated by the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE). It’s at 2901 E Hastings St, and planning ahead matters because opening dates and hours are seasonal; ticket rules and parking details can also shape a visit.
- Location: 2901 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 5J1
- Entrance: E Hastings Street and Windermere Street
- Tickets: Valid only for the date and time printed on the ticket
- Parking: Available in Lot 16, with overflow parking in Lot 9
When is Playland open?
Playland operates seasonally, so its opening dates and hours vary. The available information does not establish a regular schedule that applies every year; check the official site before you go for the current season’s dates and hours.
Build your plan around the hours published for your specific visit date. That matters if you’re arranging transport or parking, and it’s useful to confirm before setting out for Hastings Park.
What should you know about Playland tickets?
Playland tickets are date- and time-specific, and ticket sales are final. Check the details printed on your ticket before travelling, since tickets can’t be refunded or exchanged.
Children under 3 do not need paid admission. The available information does not establish current prices, so confirm ticket types and prices through the official site when planning your visit.
Playland visitors may leave and return to the park until 5:00 p.m., according to PNE visitor guidance. If you plan to use this option, check that it applies to your ticket and visit.
How do you get to Playland?
Playland’s main entrance is at the intersection of E Hastings Street and Windermere Street in Vancouver. Cassandra Hotel is about an 11-minute walk from Joyce–Collingwood station, a nearby starting point for planning a transit trip.
TransLink’s guide to public transport from Joyce–Collingwood can help with local transit context. Confirm the best route and service for your travel date with TransLink, since route details can change.
For additional ideas around the city, see the Vancouver day-planning guide. For accommodation details, visit Cassandra Hotel.
What should you know about parking, accessibility and visit tips?
Parking is available in Lot 16, across from Playland’s main gate at Hastings and Windermere. Overflow parking is in Lot 9 off Bridgeway Street, and accessible parking is available in both lots. The PNE says on-site parking is limited and not guaranteed, so consider walking, carpooling, ride-sharing, a taxi or public transit.
Outside food and beverages are not permitted; this includes gum and candy. Water bottles are allowed. Exceptions for medical or infant needs can be arranged in advance with the PNE.
Accessible washroom stalls are in the Mainline washrooms on the east side of the park and the Enterprise washrooms on the west side. Check with the PNE before your visit for current access information and arrangements.
FAQs
Where is Playland in Vancouver?
Playland is at 2901 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 5J1. Its main entrance is at E Hastings Street and Windermere Street.
Can you bring a water bottle into Playland?
Yes. The PNE permits water bottles, but outside food and other beverages are not allowed. Medical or infant-related exceptions can be arranged in advance.
Is parking guaranteed at Playland?
No. Parking is available in Lot 16 and overflow parking in Lot 9, but the PNE says on-site parking is limited and not guaranteed.
Can you leave Playland and come back?
PNE visitor guidance says visitors may leave and return to the park until 5:00 p.m. Check whether that works with your ticket and visit plans.