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Stratford City Hall, the red brick building, is bathed in sunlight, with the clock tower under a blue sky and white clouds.

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ROAD CLOSURES

Stratford Rotary Dragon Boat Festival

This weekend Stratford is hosting it’s annual Dragon Boat Festival which will bring vibrancy to the community, but also limit driving routes and parking options. Pleased be advised that the following roads will be closed to vehicular traffic on Saturday, September 14:

  • Lakeside Drive from North Street to Queen Street
  • Front Street from Ballantyne Avenue to Lakeside Drive

Parking will also be restricted by the event. Consider pre-booking the Festival or Tom Patterson lot by contacting our Box Office (1.800.567.1600), or allowing extra time to find a parking space in the community. See our Parking Map for general parking options.

We are proud to offer world class theatre in such a diverse and active community, so plan to check out the races if your visit allows—the event occurs on the Lake Victoria and is free for all spectators to attend!

BORDER INFORMATION

We strongly suggest patrons refer to travel requirements well in advance of their trip, to ensure they meet all current Canadian requirements. 

For more information, visit https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/ivc-rnc-eng.html.  

We look forward to welcoming you!

TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

Bus BUS 
Rail RAIL

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MORE TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

Stratford Airporter
P.O. Box 368
Stratford ON N5A 6T3
519.273.0057
Since 1985, Stratford Airporter has provided economical shuttle service between Stratford and Toronto airport. Formal Limousine provides first-class sedan service to all points in Ontario.
Toll Free : 888.549.8602
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
1-4881 Fountain Street North
Breslau ON N0B 1M0
519.648.2256
The Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is 45 minutes east of Stratford. Our expanded facility, simplifies travel. Flair, Sunwing & WestJet provide service to 15 cities, with 50 flights a week. AVIS & Enterprise car rentals. @FlyYKF
Toll Free : 866.648.2256

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TRAVELLING TIMES BY CAR

Approximate Driving Times to Stratford

To assist you in making your travel plans, most performances run approximately run 2.5-3 hours, and our website posts run times as soon as they are available. Please check your ticket carefully for start times and theater locations as these do vary.

U.S. Visitors to Stratford should also allow extra time for delays at border crossings. For requirements and wait times, visit Canada Border Services online.