Paid Parking in Downtown Elora

Paid parking in Downtown Elora will begin 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.

Downtown Parking

Downtown Elora and Fergus are vibrant, walkable destinations filled with character, creativity, and small-town charm—and exploring them should be effortless from the moment you arrive. Whether you’re here to shop local boutiques, enjoy riverside dining, immerse yourself in arts and culture, or simply wander historic streets, our downtown parking options make your visit smooth and stress-free. Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about where to park so you can spend more time discovering the exceptional experiences waiting in our remarkable downtowns. 

For more information about the Paid Parking Program in downtown Elora, please visit our Paid Parking page.

The Township offers free parking exemptions for eligible residents, tenants, and downtown business owners. To register your plates, please visit our Paid Parking Exemption Program page.

If you’re a resident of Centre Wellington, you can register your licence plate here to enjoy free parking in Downtown Elora. Visitors to Centre Wellington can learn more about our Paid Parking program above. While residents who have registered their license plates continue to park for free, all users must still follow the parking rules and time limits for each zone. The Township’s year-round Parking Enforcement Program will remain in effect, and paid parking will be enforced seven days a week, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

Downtown Elora Parking Map

In Downtown Fergus, both residents and visitors must follow the 3-hour parking program within the downtown core. The map below highlights all 3-hour parking zones and public parking lots to help make your visit as smooth and convenient as possible. 

Downtown Fergus Parking Map 

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