Surrey’s Khalsa Day Vaisakhi Parade is one of the largest Vaisakhi celebrations in the world. The Parade is a major attraction for Surrey, always drawing visitors from across the Lower Mainland and around the world. SPS will be will be on site not only for public safety and traffic control, but to also take part in all the festivities and celebrate this annual event with the community.

Parking for Businesses and Staff

Parking passes are required for businesses and staff working during the Parade to access closed areas and parking. 2026 parking passes allow vehicle access to the parade route until 7:00 am only; no vehicles, business or personnel, will be permitted on the route after 7:00 am or during the event. To request parking passes for employees working during the Khalsa Day Vaisakhi Parade, business owners and representatives are asked to follow these steps:

• Step 1: Submit Your Request 

  Email parkingpasses@surreypolice.ca with the following details:

  - Business Name

  - Business Location

  - Number of Parking Passes Requested

  - Employee Names (with ID required on event day)

  - Personnel for Pickup (name, contact number, email)

  - Attach a Business Card or Official Document

  Note: Do not visit SPS’s District 3 Newton Office to request passes. You will be redirected to follow the online process.

   

• Step 2: Confirmation and Pickup Details

  Once your email has been received, we will verify your business and send you your pickup location and time via email or phone call. Please ensure the information for the personnel picking up the passes is correct.

   

• Step 3: Pick Up Passes

  Parking passes can be picked up by the designated person by Thursday, April 16th. It is the business's responsibility to distribute passes to employees.
   

• Deadline: April 13th, 2026 (Late requests will not be accepted)

Safety Plan and Tips

• Take a group photo before arriving at the Parade to help identify missing loved ones if needed.
• Review the Parade route and surrounding areas and choose a pre-arranged meeting location.
• Ensure everyone carries identification; place contact information in children’s pockets or shoes.
• Keep a recent photo of your child with you.
• Keep your children within eyesight at all times.
• Notify the nearest police officer immediately if someone goes missing.
• Leave pets at home, as crowds and noise may cause distress.

Road Closures

Road closures will be in place in the City of Surrey through the weekend due to the Parade. Police ask that members of the public make arrangements ahead of time to use alternate routes. On parade day, closures will begin at 6:00 am and full closures in place from 7:45 am to 6:00 pm, with significant delays expected between 72 Avenue and 88 Avenue, and Scott Road to King George Boulevard. For a full list of road closures and route details please visit the City of Surrey’s website.

More information on the event can also be found at the Surrey Vaisakhi Parade website.