USDRogers Arena sits at 800 Griffiths Way in downtown Vancouver, wedged between BC Place and the Georgia and Dunsmuir Viaduct corridors — one of the most parking-constrained event zones in Canada. The single most useful thing to know: the arena's own parkade is not open to the public during Vancouver Canucks games, so most fans either prebook a nearby lot or take the SkyTrain, which drops you two minutes from the doors.
How much does parking at Rogers Arena actually cost?
For Canucks games and concerts, plan on C$30–$40 at most lots and parkades within a few blocks of the arena. The arena's own underground parkade (Impark Lot #987, entrance on Cambie Street between Robson and Beatty) is C$30 — but it is closed to the general public during Canucks games, with only a limited number of accessible stalls available by reservation. For most concerts and other major events, it operates first-come, first-served.
The verified budget play is Impark's Stadium Lot 1763, at C$12 for 4 hours — less than half the going event rate, if you arrive early enough to grab a space.
Which lots near Rogers Arena are worth comparing?
| Lot / parkade | Location | Verified rate (CAD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogers Arena Parkade (Impark #987) | Under the arena; entrance on Cambie St between Robson & Beatty | $30 | Closed to the public during Canucks games; accessible stalls by reservation only |
| Impark Stadium Lot 1763 | Near BC Place / Rogers Arena | $12 / 4 hours | Cheapest verified option; fills early on event nights |
| Costco Downtown lot (Impark Lot 1888) | 605 Expo Blvd, directly across from the arena | Event rate varies | Underground, brightly lit, paid event parking bookable via ImparkNow |
| Other downtown lots (EasyPark, Impark, Diamond) | Within 5–15 min walk | ~$30–$40 event nights | Rates rise with demand; prebooking recommended |
Is the Costco parking trick still a thing?
The famous “park at Costco” move refers to the underground lot at the downtown Costco at 605 Expo Boulevard, literally across the street from Rogers Arena. It still exists — but it is no longer a loophole. The lot is operated by Impark (Lot 1888) and sells paid event parking through ImparkNow, so you are paying a posted event rate, not sneaking in free as a shopper. It remains one of the most convenient covered options for the arena: underground, clean, and a two-minute walk to the gates. Check the live rate before assuming it undercuts other lots.
SkyTrain vs. driving: what does the math say?
Stadium–Chinatown Station on the Expo Line is 85 metres — about a 2-minute walk — from Rogers Arena; follow the Rogers Arena exit signs and the building is directly across the street.
The break-even is brutal for driving. A one-zone adult fare is C$2.85 with Compass stored value (C$3.50 cash) as of TransLink's July 2026 fare schedule. Two adults riding round trip within one zone pay 4 × $2.85 = $11.40 total — versus $30–$40 to park, before gas and the post-game crawl out of the Griffiths Way lots. Even four adults round trip ($22.80) still beat the typical event parking rate. Driving only starts to pencil out if you are coming from outside the SkyTrain network, hauling gear, or heading somewhere transit does not go afterward.
What is the smoothest way to get dropped off or take a rideshare?
Griffiths Way and the blocks around Abbott Street and Expo Boulevard turn into slow-moving queues in the 30 minutes before and after events. If you are taking Uber, Lyft, or a taxi, set your pickup a few blocks away — toward Beatty Street, Keefer Place, or along Pacific Boulevard — rather than fighting the curb directly outside the arena. For drop-offs, arriving 45–60 minutes early avoids the worst of the crush. The arena's accessible entrance is reachable from Keefer Place via elevator and ramp from Stadium–Chinatown Station.
Frequently asked questions
Can the public park in the Rogers Arena parkade during Canucks games?
No. The underground parkade (Impark Lot #987) is closed to the public during Canucks games; only a limited number of accessible stalls are available by reservation. For most concerts and other events, it opens first-come, first-served at C$30.
What is the cheapest verified parking near Rogers Arena?
Impark's Stadium Lot 1763 at C$12 for 4 hours. Arrive early — it fills well before event time.
Can I still park at the downtown Costco for events?
Yes, but it's paid event parking now, not a free hack. The lot at 605 Expo Blvd is operated by Impark (Lot 1888) and sells event parking through ImparkNow at rates that vary by event.
How far is the SkyTrain from Rogers Arena?
Stadium–Chinatown Station is about 85 metres away — a 2-minute walk. The arena is directly across from the station's Rogers Arena exit.
How much is SkyTrain fare to a game?
A one-zone adult fare is C$2.85 with Compass stored value or C$3.50 cash under the July 2026 fare schedule, and your fare is valid for 90 minutes across bus, SkyTrain, and SeaBus.
Should I prebook parking or just show up?
Prebook for any Canucks game or major concert. Walk-up rates run C$30–$40 and the cheaper lots sell out early; a prepaid reservation removes the circling and the surge pricing.