The Sounds of Leslieville & Riverside present an all 80s party with the city's top 80s party crews.

80s Throwback Party - Free with RSVP

Friday, July 3rd | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Jimmie Simpson Park, 872 Queen St East, Toronto.

Step into a night of pure nostalgia as we rewind to the golden era of music at our 80s Throwback Party , featuring Old School Request Party & Forever Young Crews .

Featuring DJ sets by DJ Wayne, Mista Jiggz & Jay NuFunk , delivering nonstop 80s anthems, deep cuts, and crowd-request favourites all night long.

If you live for the sound, style, and spirit of the 1980s, this party is built for you. From synth-heavy New Wave to the rise of Hip Hop, soulful R&B ballads, Rock, Funk, House, and Reggae influences, this is a full-spectrum celebration of a decade that shaped modern music and culture.

Strap on your dancing shoes and get your voices ready as we take you on a journey through the 80s, spinning Pop, New Wave, RnB, Rap, Rock, House, Funk, Reggae + more. From Prince and Whitney Houston to Michael Jackson, Madonna, George Michael, Janet Jackson, Cyndi Lauper, and LL Cool J, get ready to relive the artists and songs that defined one of music’s greatest decades.

Expect a crowd that knows every lyric, every hook, and every bassline—because this isn’t just a party, it’s a reunion with the music that raised us.

Family friendly Pet friendly Beer & Spirits Garden on site!

Presented in collaboration with Beaches Jazz Festival – The Sounds of Leslieville & Riverside

The Old School Request Party is a unique, crowd-driven music experience that has been bringing people together for over 20 years. Built around audience requests, each event features the best in classic R&B, hip-hop, reggae, soca, house, and slow jams from the 1980s through the early 2000s. Known for its high-energy atmosphere, interactive format, and loyal following, the event creates a shared celebration of the music that shaped generations. After a successful relaunch, The Old School Request Party continues to grow, delivering unforgettable nights of dancing, nostalgia, and community.

Forever Young is a global 80s dance party that brings together fans of the decade's music, culture, and unforgettable energy. Led by Toronto's resident DJ Mista Jiggz, the event takes audiences on a journey through the soundtrack of the 1980s, featuring the best in Pop, New Wave, R&B, Rap, Rock, House, Funk, Reggae, and more. More than just a party, Forever Young is a shared experience where guests sing, dance, and relive the magic of the 80s together.