September 16, 2011
Parking and Transportation Details – 2011 Scotiabank Touchdown Atlantic
(Moncton) – The Host Committee for 2011 Scotiabank Touchdown Atlantic today released details on how to get to each of the events being offered as part of the Touchdown Atlantic celebrations.
“Building on last year’s successful parking and transportation plan, we have made small adjustments and worked hard to ensure that everyone can get to all events safely and efficiently,” says Touchdown Atlantic Host Committee member Mike Mann. “We are very pleased with Codiac Transit’s renewed participation, and with the Park ’n Ride transportation program they are offering on game day to ensure everyone can get to the Stadium on time and back home in record time. The transit plan used for Touchdown Atlantic last year was well executed and this year, a few items have been tweaked; we are in very good shape.”
The committee also wishes to remind all citizens that there is no public parking or drop-off zone on campus. Spectators are encouraged to walk, get dropped off or use public transportation for the September 25 events. Public drop‑off is available on Hillside Drive only.
“We are also inviting not-for profit organizations in the area to consider providing proximity parking for spectators travelling to the Stadium,” adds Mr. Mann. “If any group is offering parking as a fundraiser we would gladly post their details on our www.touchdownatlantic.ca website.”
In addition to transportation, the committee is reminding people about the do’s and don’ts of tailgating and all the items not allowed within the Stadium.
“People need only bring their great spirit to the Enbridge Gas New Brunswick Family Barbecue and Molson Canadian Tailgate Party, as great food, drink, and music will all be available on location,” adds Mr. Mann. “Tickets for this, the only authorized location to tailgate during the event, are still available and can be purchased at the Moncton Coliseum box office or online at www.tickets.moncton.ca. Our main goal is to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable time at the Enbridge Gas New Brunswick Family Barbecue and Molson Canadian Tailgate Party and at the Scotiabank Touchdown Atlantic Game inside the Stadium,” says Mr. Mann.
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Parking and Transportation Details
2011 Scotiabank Touchdown Atlantic events
Lotto Max Touchdown Downtown Street Festival presented by Times & Transcript – Main Street
· Regular parking for downtown.
· Regular bus routes to downtown from connecting points around the Greater Moncton Area.
Economy Glass Future Stars Games – Rocky Stone Field
· Regular parking for Rocky Stone Field
Scotiabank Pigskin Soirée – Delta Beauséjour Hotel
· Regular parking at the Delta Beauséjour Hotel
Enbridge Gas New Brunswick Family Barbecue and Molson Canadian Tailgate Party – Stade Moncton 2010 Stadium and Université de Moncton Campus
· No public parking on site
· Accessible parking adjacent to the platform is available for those individuals who have purchased an accessible game-day ticketand have a blue parking pass
· Those customers with mobility assistance requirements and no accessible game-day ticket can access regular Codiac Transit service or be dropped off at the J.-Louis Lévesque Arena on the campus of l’Université de Moncton and be shuttled directly to the main stadium.
· Public drop-off available on Hillside Drive (no parking, drop-off only).
· Permanent bike racks are installed in front of the Stadium’s south end main gates for bicycles.
· Codiac Transit Park ’n Ride transportation will be available:
o This year Park ’n Ride shuttles will depart from the Moncton Coliseum parking lot to the J.-Louis Lévesque Arena on the campus of l’Université de Moncton on September 25.
o Before the event, Park ’n Ride shuttles will commence at 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. No shuttle service will be available during game time.
o Park ’n Ride shuttles will drive event-goers from Moncton Coliseum parking lot to the J.-Louis Lévesque Arena. Following the game, shuttles will transport spectators from the J.‑Louis Lévesque Arena to the Coliseum until all paid customers have been shuttled back.
o Round-trip bracelets can now be purchased at any Shoppers Drug Mart in Riverview, Dieppe or Moncton – as well as CASH ONLY at the Coliseum Lot tent on day of game. Bracelets cannot be purchased following the game nor will we accept cash following the game… bracelets only.
o Bracelets are the only valid way to access the Park ’n Ride shuttles. Minimum number of bracelets will be sold – first come, first serve
o Carpooling to the Coliseum lot is strongly encouraged.
o Codiac Transit’s regular bus service will not be disrupted on September 25th.
o Please note: No shuttles will be departing from the Northwest Centre located on Mountain Road, Highfield Square or Champlain Place. The $6 bracelet will not be valid on any of Codiac Transit’s regular routes.
Items Prohibited inside Stade Moncton 2010 Stadium and at the Enbridge Gas New Brunswick Family Barbecue and Molson Canadian Tailgate Party
In the interest of spectator comfort and safety, the following are not permitted inside the Stade Moncton 2010 Stadium or at the Enbridge Gas New Brunswick Family Barbecue and Molson Canadian Tailgate Party:
· Chairs
· Umbrellas
· Outside food and beverages of any kind
· Metal or glass containers of any kind
· Compressed air horns
· Bicycles (except outside the Stadium’s main gates at bike rack location)
· Inline skates, skateboards, scooters, wheelies, strollersFlares or fireworks
· Laser pointers
· Pets with the exception of service animals assisting those with disabilities
· Weapons of any kind
· Illegal drugs or any illegal substances
· Video cameras or recording devices
· Coolers, and oversized backpacks, duffle bags or purses
· No barbeques or tailgates
All bags, jackets and guests may be subject to a search entering the venue.
