Paid Parking in Downtown Elora

Paid Parking in Downtown Elora began on May 8, 2026.

Residents can park for free by registering their license plate (up to 4 license plates per household).

There are two parking zones to support short-term (3-hour) and long-term (24-hour) parking. Residents who register their plates still have to abide by the posted times and signage.

Enforcement of time limits and parking regulations will continue.

Are you a resident? Register your plates.

Connecting Elora and Fergus – The Downtown Shuttle Bus Program is Back for 2026

By Hannah Barclay - May 11, 2026

CENTRE WELLINGTON – We are pleased to announce the return of the Elora & Fergus Downtown Shuttle Program for the 2026 season.

Operating every Friday through Sunday, and on Statutory Holidays, from May 15 to September 7, this service remains free of charge for all residents and visitors. By utilizing parking areas outside of the busy downtown areas and hopping on the shuttle, you can help reduce downtown congestion and support a more walkable, accessible community for everyone.

Similar to previous years, a Tourism Ambassador will be on board every single ride to provide support to visitors and residents while promoting festivals, events and local businesses! We hope to create another memorable summer for those who use the shuttle with the goal in mind of improving local mobility, enhancing tourism, promoting sustainability, supporting local businesses, and fostering a sense of community.

The shuttle bus will operate from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, leaving the Grand River Raceway (7445 Wellington County Rd 21, Elora) every hour, on the hour, beginning at 11:00 am, and the last trip will take place at 5:00 pm. Every hour, the shuttle will leave the Grand River Raceway Facility and transport passengers to the following locations:

  • MacDonald Square
  • Elora Centre for the Arts/Bissell Park
  • Wellington County Museum and Archives
  • Fergus Marketplace
  • Centre Wellington Sportsplex

The route will start over at 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 4:00pm, and 5:00pm on Fridays, weekends, and statutory Holidays throughout the summer.

The Downtown Shuttle Program is a collaborative effort, and would not be possible without our generous sponsors, who have supported the 2026 shuttle in its fifth year: Nexans Canada Inc., SV Law, The County of Wellington, Grand River Agricultural Society, and the Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce.

For information on this complimentary service, or to inquire about accessibility services, please visit www.centrewellington.ca/shuttle

 

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For more information:

Hannah Barclay

Communications and Engagement Coordinator

Township of Centre Wellington | 1 MacDonald Square, Elora, ON N0B 1S0

519.846.9691 x221

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