Swangard Stadium

Stadium

Swangard Stadium in Burnaby hosts community sports and occasional concerts; visitors attend soccer matches, local athletic events and amateur fixtures in the suburban park setting.

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Swangard Stadium essentials

Address: Swangard Stadium, Central Park, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Website: burnaby.ca
Hours: Open for community use and events (check municipal schedules)
Admission: Free or low-cost for community matches; rental fees for pitch use may apply
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About Swangard Stadium

Swangard Stadium is a municipal stadium located in Central Park in Burnaby, British Columbia, commonly used for football and athletics. It serves as a venue for local clubs, university teams and community sports events.

The stadium’s key facilities are the main playing pitch and surrounding spectator stands, which host league matches and athletic meets. It is widely used by regional sports organizations and for community events.

Built as a community sports venue, the stadium has been operated by municipal authorities and has hosted numerous local and regional teams over the years.

The stadium is located inside Burnaby’s Central Park, a short drive east of downtown Vancouver, with parkland surrounding the facility.

  • Setting: Situated inside Burnaby’s Central Park, it is a short drive east of downtown Vancouver and serves local and regional sports events.

What to See#

  • Main pitch and stands: The playing pitch is framed by a running track and bleacher seating, used for local football matches and athletics events.
Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Swangard Stadium

Spring through autumn offer the most active schedule of events and comfortable weather for outdoor activities.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 15-25°C
Pleasant for soccer and community events; evening matches are common.
Spring-Autumn (Apr-Oct)
Apr-Oct · 5-18°C
Most local sporting events; avoid the wettest winter months.

Weather & Climate near Swangard Stadium

Climate

Swangard Stadium's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 23°C. Abundant rainfall (1942 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 28 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor 0° - 6° 0° 265 mm overcast 88% 3.1 m/s 0.1 low 8.5h
February Poor 2° - 8° 2° 187 mm overcast 84% 3.0 m/s 0.2 low 9.9h
March Poor 3° - 10° 5° 176 mm overcast 83% 3.1 m/s 0.4 low 11.7h
April Poor 5° - 13° 8° 150 mm overcast 80% 2.9 m/s 0.8 moderate 13.6h
May Acceptable 8° - 17° 13° 108 mm overcast 77% 2.8 m/s 1.3 high 15.2h
June Good 11° - 20° 16° 91 mm overcast 77% 2.8 m/s 1.5 high 16.0h
July Excellent 13° - 23° 18° 58 mm partly cloudy 75% 2.7 m/s 1.7 very high 15.6h
August Excellent 13° - 23° 18° 61 mm partly cloudy 75% 2.5 m/s 1.4 high 14.2h
September Very Good 10° - 20° 15° 80 mm partly cloudy 79% 2.2 m/s 0.8 moderate 12.4h
October Poor 6° - 14° 10° 195 mm overcast 84% 2.5 m/s 0.4 low 10.6h
November Poor 3° - 9° 4° 318 mm overcast 87% 3.0 m/s 0.1 low 8.9h
December Poor 1° - 6° 1° 253 mm overcast 87% 3.1 m/s 0.0 low 8.0h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Swangard Stadium

Swangard Stadium is a short walk from Brentwood or Gilmore transit exchanges; regional buses serve Central Park and nearby streets. Drive-in parking exists but can be limited on event days.

Tips for Visiting Swangard Stadium

  • Check the City of Burnaby site for pitch bookings and event schedules.
  • Weekday afternoons are quieter if visiting; match days bring local crowds and community energy.
  • Combine a visit with a walk in Central Park, which surrounds the stadium.