Hosted by Better Environmentally Sound Transportation (BEST), BEST Move is an event celebrating active and sustainable transportation in Vancouver.
Better Environmentally Sound Transportation is a Vancouver-based non-profit organization that advocates for sustainable transportation solutions. BEST Move is an annual celebration hosted by BEST. In 2025 the event took place on August 24th in Yaletown near False Creek.
Click BEST Move for details and to register for the free event when it next returns. Visit best.bc.ca to learn about the organization behind this event.
BEST Move: Where Bikes, Walks and Community Meet in Vancouver
BEST Move with RSVP Finish Line Party and Bike Pageant
BEST Move rolled back into Vancouver on Sunday, August 24th, 2025. The free, all-ages outdoor festival took place at David Lam Park from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Organizers will determine when the event happens in 2026.
Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist, an eco-conscious commuter, a family looking for a fun outing, or simply someone seeking a joyful way to spend a summer Sunday, BEST Move promises a vibrant mix of community energy, entertainment, and inspiration for a more sustainable lifestyle. Admission is free and all are welcome.
This past August, BEST teamed up with Cascade Bicycle Club, which is the largest cycling non-profit in the United States, to host a very special edition of the event. Organizers expected over 1,300 cyclists to cross the finish line after completing the legendary Seattle-to-Vancouver ride. This one-of-a-kind partnership ended the iconic ride at BEST Move, turning it into a true Finish Line Party you wouldn’t want to miss.
New in 2025, the Bike Pageant hosted by Vancouver Bike Network brought colour, creativity, and community flair to the celebration. Whether you ride a decorated cruiser, a custom cargo bike, or a cleverly-themed ride, the pageant is where bikes shine and personalities roll. With awards like Best in Show and People’s Choice, this event is a crowd favourite.
Click BEST Move to register for this free event when it next returns. Visit best.bc.ca to learn about BEST Mobility and its various projects in general.
What to Expect at BEST Move
The BEST Move event celebrates community, environmentalism and active, sustainable transportation. At it you can expect to see lots of people having fun, including over 1,000 active participants.
At the event, visit the vibrant BEST booth to support fundraising efforts and learn about local sustainable mobility initiatives. Make use of the on-site Bike Valet which offers secure and convenient parking for bikes, strollers and everything that rolls. Join the Living Streets walk experience, which brings people-first streets to life.
David Lam Park buzzes with activity all day long with live DJ music and food trucks. There is also a scenic beer garden offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to help attendees stay cool and refreshed. Follow BEST on social media or visit their website for event updates and sneak peeks.
Tips and Advice
TIP #1: Consider embracing sustainable transportation year-round, not just for this event. It’s a great way to stay active, reduce your environmental impact, and build stronger connections within your community.
TIP #2: Be sure to visit the BEST booth at the event to support fundraising efforts, explore inspiring ideas, and learn how you can make a difference through everyday transportation choices. You can also visit BEST online to discover more about their ongoing work and impact.
TIP #3: Skip the car and make a day of it. Ride your bike, take transit or walk to BEST Move. Doing so is all part of the celebration and helps reduce emissions.
TIP #4: David Lam Park is just steps from the Yaletown–Roundhouse SkyTrain Station and right on the False Creek Seawall, which can make for a scenic and sustainable trip.
TIP #5: While you’re in the area, explore Yaletown’s vibrant cafés and restaurants, or stop by the Engine 374 Train Museum at the Roundhouse Community Centre. The museum is fun, free and family-friendly.
TIP #6: Plan for summer heat. August afternoons in Vancouver can be warm. If that’s the case the week of the event, take a reusable water bottle, wear sunscreen and don’t forget a hat or sunglasses for shade. There will be shaded areas and water refill stations on-site to help keep you cool and hydrated.
Click BEST Move to register for this free event when it next returns. Visit best.bc.ca to learn about BEST Mobility and its various projects in general.
About Better Environmentally Sound Transportation
Operating since 1991, BEST is a BC-based registered non-profit charity. Its mission is to advance sustainable transportation solutions through initiatives, partnerships and advocacy. In other words, it works to find accessible alternatives to people driving everywhere in gas-guzzling cars.
Some of BEST’s projects and initiatives include Living Streets, Seniors on the Move, The Bicycle Valet, and newcomer outreach through Eco-Voyage.
BEST’s mission is to create vibrant, inclusive communities where sustainable transportation is at the heart of everyday life.
Visit the BEST website or stop by their booth at the event to learn more or to get involved.
About David Lam Park
David Lam Park is a beautiful 12-acre green space nestled along the waterfront in downtown Vancouver’s Yaletown neighbourhood. Located at 1300 Pacific Boulevard, the park offers a scenic blend of open lawns and recreational amenities with views of False Creek.
Visitors can enjoy two basketball courts, a soccer field, tennis courts, a children’s playground and access to the popular False Creek Seawall. There is also a public washroom on-site.
Ideal for everything from kite flying to relaxing in the sun, the park is a hub for both leisure and activity. It’s also home to several unique public art installations. The park was named after former BC Lieutenant Governor David Lam and it continues to reflect his love for Vancouver’s natural beauty and vibrant urban life.
VANCOUVERSBESTPLACES.COM AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Did you know that Vancouver’s Best Places is a carbon-neutral organization? It’s actually the only tourism and events-focused media group in the Lower Mainland that is (or at least the only one we know of).
Vancouver’s Best Places is actually carbon positive, which means we more than offset our carbon footprint. We do that through Ostram Climate which is the same carbon offset company that Vancity, Harbour Air and other high-profile and highly-respected environmentally-responsible organizations use.
Vancouver’s Best Places also uses green energy via Bullfrog Power in our office, and for when we plug in our vehicle. We also use 100% recycled paper (which, unfortunately, is becoming increasingly hard to come by). Our main forms of transportation are via our SUV plugin hybrid and e-bikes (which we bought from Reckless Shipyards and OHM Bikes on the North Shore). We also walk a lot. We don’t claim to be perfect when it comes to the environment, but we try hard.
Other Information
See the best.bc.ca website or visit BEST’s Instagram or Facebook pages to learn more about the organization behind the BEST Move event.
Click BEST Instagram for a social media post about the BEST Move event specifically.
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*BEST recognizes that this event takes place on the traditional and unceded ancestral territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
