Free skateboard lessons for kids this Victoria Day weekend at the Virgil Stampede 🛹
Hey Niagara! There's something really cool happening this Victoria Day weekend at the Virgil Stampede in Niagara On The Lake (Virgil Sports Park, 1565 Four Mile Creek Road, Virgil, Ontario).
CJ's Skatepark is setting up at the Stampede on Victoria Dav, Monday the 18th of May 2026 between 11AM and 3PM, and running complimentary skateboard lessons for kids between ages 3 and 15. Gear included. So if your kid has ever wanted to try skateboarding, this is a zero-pressure, no-cost way to give it a shot. No experience needed, no equipment needed, just show up.
Photo by Dave Van De Laar sourced from Niagara Now CJ's Skatepark Article linked below
There are also contests with prizes running throughout the weekend, so even the kids who've been skating for a while will have something to get hyped about.
CJ's is a not-for-profit dedicated to youth development through skateboarding, and they're recognized nationally by Canada Skateboard. So, the instruction is legit and it is welcoming for all skill levels.
Beyond the skateboarding, the Stampede has plenty of other things going on:
- Rides & Midway
- Free Pony Rides
- Kids' Pavilion (juggling, face painting, comedy shows)
- Outdoor Food Court
- Victoria Day Fireworks on Monday at ~9:30pm
Hope to see you there!
Additional Information:
YouTube: CJ's Skatepark at the Virgil Stampede
Niagara Now CJ's Skatepark Article
YouTube: Interview with Jay Mandarino, CJ's Skatepark Founder on CTV News