Update — September 30, 2026: The Town corrected its notice at 11 a.m. today. The King Street West closure extends from Spring Street to Division Street, not Second Street as originally reported. The closure list below has been updated.
Visitors heading to downtown Cobourg or the waterfront on Saturday, October 3 should plan around street, parking-lot and pedestrian restrictions for the marina boat lift-out, Downtown Cobourg Harvest Fest and the Walk A Mile event.
Waterfront and marina restrictions
The Esplanade, including its east and west parking lots, is closed from Wednesday, September 30 at 7 a.m. until Sunday, October 4 at 5 p.m. The Town also lists the Cobourg Marina parking lot and Division Street south of The Esplanade among the marina-operation closures.
Hibernia Street south of Third Street and Third Street between Hibernia Street and The Esplanade are not fully closed, but delays are expected. Pedestrian access will be restricted wherever heavy equipment is operating. The Town says roads and walkways will reopen when the work can be completed safely.
Downtown closure window
The following downtown road closures run from Saturday, October 3 at 7:30 a.m. until Sunday, October 4 at 7:30 a.m.:
- Second Street from King Street West to Albert Street
- Third Street from Albert Street to King Street West
- George Street to through traffic at Covert Street
- King Street West from Spring Street to Division Street
Local businesses remain open. Drivers should use alternate routes and follow posted signs rather than relying on their usual approach to downtown.
What is happening October 3
Harvest Fest is scheduled across downtown with live music, a street market, local and guest vendors, fall displays, food trucks and live animals. The day also includes Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre’s Walk A Mile event. The Cobourg Farmers’ Market is scheduled at Rotary Harbourfront Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The municipal parking system is in its low-season period, so the first three hours are free in spaces that remain available. Regular rates apply after three hours. Closure signs and active work restrictions take precedence.
Check our Harvest Fest listing, Farmers’ Market listing and parking guide while planning the day.
Reporting sources
This original report was checked against the Town notice below. Source links are provided for attribution; the practical details are included above.