Over
the years, we have visited over 200 Ontario festivals and events. Although I
have found them have been interesting and enjoyable to visit, I have also seen many
challenges. In this article I will
describe 5 of the Top Ten Challenges I have experienced.
5. PARKING – If you have ever visited a festival or event that
has impossible parking, you will know just how frustrating a situation
that can be! I can remember driving to Toronto to attend an event only to find
that there were zero parking available and no alternative shuttle parking
sites. I turned around and went home, vowing never to return! I was only
one person, but many others did the same as me? Obviously on-site parking
is preferable where possible, but if it’s not possible or there are too
few parking spaces, off-site parking should be a must. This includes providing
a “shuttle service” where the
distance is too far to walk. Organizers should take into consideration
the disabled and elderly when determining their parking needs. Special
parking spots or handicapped shuttle should be considered. Several of the
events that we have visited have used off-duty school bused for their
shuttle service. Some have even added advertising to the buses to offset
costs. Many it easy to reach your event just makes good business sense!
The Rockton World’s Fair has
one of the best on-site parking facilities. They use a field that is just
adjacent to the fair grounds. Kempenfest
in Barrie uses several off-site parking areas. Their shuttle buses
are frequent and convenient.
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