Parking fines, tows and tips during Calgary Marathon race weekend
Be a parking safety champion
Our city is ready for another exciting Servus Calgary Marathon race weekend. With thousands of people attending and supporting the annual race, we encourage you to be a parking safety champion by removing your vehicle from the race path to create space for a safe race.
Parking fines and tows
If a parking ticket has been issued and placed on your vehicle's windshield, you will be required to pay the fine. If you pay your ticket within 30 days, you will save up to 20% on the penalty amount.
| Payment timeframe | You pay | Fine amount |
|---|---|---|
| The first 10 days | Lowest fine | $40 |
| Between 10 and 30 days | Next highest fine | $50 |
| After 30 days | Specified fine penalty | $68 |
Parking tips to avoid tickets and tows
Create space for a safe race: If your street is in a no-parking zone during the marathon race weekend, make sure your car is removed from restricted areas where the parking bans are active and in effect.
Watch for signs: Parking ban signs will be posted at least 12 hours before the races begin. Make sure you park outside of the parking ban areas.
Get safe, convenient and affordable parking: Consider parking in our nearby parking lots and parkades before road closures begin. Note that some facilities may be closed for the marathon from 6 a.m. to around 3 p.m., with no entries or exits.
Explore options for getting around: Try taking public transit, walking or cycling to the places, people and activities you care about during the race weekend. For Calgary Transit, look up bus route detours and changes to schedules.
Create space for a safe race during this year’s Calgary Marathon race weekend so everyone gets around and connects with the people, places and activities they care about.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Calgary Parking support the Marathon?
Calgary Parking officers support the event organizers by making sure that the correct signage information is set up in visible locations at least 12 hours before the race. Our Parking Safety and Compliance Officers can also short-tow and give tickets for parking offences within Calgary city limits, as described in the Calgary Traffic Bylaw, Calgary Parking Bylaw and the provincial Traffic Safety Act.
How can I appeal a ticket that's unfairly issued?
If you believe you got a parking ticket unfairly, you can request a review or appeal up to 10 days before the court date. Just remember, you can only appeal unpaid tickets.
How can I avoid getting a ticket or being towed?
If your street is in a no-parking zone for the event, clear your vehicle off the street in front of your house and from the marathon route the evening before the race.
What do I do if my vehicle is short-towed, or I get a parking ticket?
Please be informed that if a parking ticket has been issued and placed on your vehicle's windshield, you will be required to pay the fine.
| Fine Amount After 30 Days | $68 |
| If Paid Between 10 and 30 Days | $50 |
| If Paid Within 10 Days | $40 |
If your vehicle gets short-towed, we might have moved it to a nearby spot outside the parking ban route, likely just a few blocks from your home. You can also contact us at 403-537-7000 to find out where your vehicle was towed. Kindly note that there might be some delay in getting this information if you decide to contact us.
What do I need to know about Parking Safety Champions?
Parking Safety Champions are a community of people who drive and practice safe parking habits, being good neighbours by creating space for a safe race during the Calgary Marathon. With hundreds of spectators and thousands of runners set to fill the streets of Calgary, we encourage you and everyone who drives to join our community of Parking Safety Champions from the comfort of your vehicles or homes.
How can I stay informed and prepared during marathon weekend?
Plan extra time for travel and find alternate routes beforehand. Stay updated on marathon news and traffic advisories. You can use the free Waze app for real-time updates on traffic conditions.
Where can I find more information about road closures during the Calgary Marathon weekend?
See event details and a interactive route map for more information about road closures during the Marathon weekend, including a calendar for upcoming Calgary special events.
I believe I got a ticket unfairly, what should I do?
If you believe you got a parking ticket unfairly, you can request a review or appeal up to 10 days before the court date. Just remember, you can only appeal unpaid tickets.
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