Former Toronto airport hangar to host two-day skateboarding dance party this month
Toronto's turning an old airport hangar into the city's coolest skatepark — and you're invited to roll through for FREE.
Hangar Jam is hitting YZD (the former Downsview Airport) from July 19 to 20, transforming the colossal airplane hangar into a high-energy playground for skateboarding, street art, music, and urban dance culture.
Curated by Toronto creative crews One Day Creates and Kadence World, and powered by Northcrest Developments, this weekend-long event is packed with everything from live murals and dance battles to DJ sets, artist talks, and a skate photo exhibit, and it's all designed to spotlight how skate culture is shaping the cities of tomorrow.
Skate with international pros (or just watch the chaos)
The centrepiece? A custom-built indoor skatepark, where you can watch (or join) top-tier skateboarders from around the globe — including Brayan Coria, Carlos Padilla, Stafhon Boca, Jon Cosentino, Fay De Fazio Ebert, and Ben Paterson — throw down tricks in a one-of-a-kind industrial setting.
Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned skater, you're welcome to drop in. There'll be youth skate workshops from Later Skate Gang, a Queer Skate Toronto contest, and an 18+ best trick showdown for those ready to battle it out.
And when you're not skating…
Explore the art activation zones scattered throughout the hangar. Expect massive live murals, sculptures, and a stunning skate photography exhibit by Norma Ibarra, Adam Reid, and Johan Kim.
The vibe continues with breaking battles from global legends like Korea's Bboy Shinobi + BboyBang Roc and Rivers Crew, while Louis Jensen from Spraying Bricks hosts artist talks that get into the real grit and pulse of the scene.
Expect a stacked lineup of local and international DJs spinning all weekend long to keep the party going. Think block party meets warehouse rave — but with a skatepark in the middle.
Let's be real, this is more than a skateboarding party. Hangar Jam is part of Northcrest's "Meanwhile Use" strategy, which uses creative, community-powered programming to reimagine underused industrial spaces like Downsview. This isn't just a one-off event — it's a chance to see how grassroots arts and skate culture are actively shaping the future of Toronto.
So, whether you skate, dance, paint, or just want to experience something fresh, Hangar Jam is one of the most unique cultural events happening in Toronto this summer.
And honestly, how often do you get to hang out in a repurposed airplane hangar filled with DJs and pro skaters?
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