Don’t miss three days of free, high-energy action sports, live entertainment and family-friendly fun in the Square One parking lot from July 10 to 12.
Tourism | June 19, 2026
Get ready for an adrenaline-filled weekend in the heart of the city. JACKALOPE Mississauga returns to Mississauga’s downtown from Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 12, bringing together elite athletes, action sports competitions, live entertainment, food and festival experiences for residents and visitors of all ages. This free, three-day action sports festival will transform the Square One Shopping Centre parking lot into an outdoor sports event venue featuring world-class skateboarding, BMX, calisthenics, Moto X demos, food, music, pop-up activations and more. Visitors of all ages can participate with a climbing wall, a mini ramp, and a mini-skatepark.
Presented by JACKALOPE and made possible by Visit Mississauga, the event continues to build Mississauga’s reputation as a destination for major events, sport tourism and unforgettable summer experiences.
Event details
What
JACKALOPE Mississauga action sports festival
When
Friday, July 10 at noon (12 p.m.) to Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 8 p.m.
Where
Downtown Mississauga: Square One Shopping Centre – P3 Parking lot (near City Centre Drive and Duke of York Boulevard)
100 City Centre Dr.
Mississauga, ON
The event has moved from Mississauga Celebration Square this year, to accommodate the City’s Watch the World Play, Watch Parties.
Cost
Free admission for spectators and visitors, all weekend long.
What to expect
- Street and vert skateboarding competitions featuring top athletes from around the world
- Moto X demos
- BMX, live entertainment and DJ sets
- Food vendors, pop-up shops, brand activations and festival experiences
This year’s street course is designed to look like an airport runway. With fun details such as a baggage carousel, airport-themed obstacles and a large departure board, the course is a playful nod to Canada’s largest and busiest airport, YYZ, located in Mississauga.
Event-goers are encouraged to plan ahead and arrive early as the downtown core is expected to be busy throughout the weekend.
Why this is exciting for Mississauga
Major events like JACKALOPE Mississauga bring people into Mississauga, support local tourism and businesses, and give residents more ways to experience the city’s downtown. The festival also creates a stage for athletes, artists and fans to connect through sport, creativity and shared public space.
With free admission and a full weekend of programming, JACKALOPE gives families, sports fans and visitors a chance to experience one of the world’s biggest action sports festivals close to home.
For more information visit JACKALOPE Mississauga.
Quotes
“JACKALOPE brings incredible energy to Mississauga and gives residents and visitors a front-row seat to world-class action sports. Events like this bring our downtown alive, support our local economy and show why Mississauga is a destination for unforgettable experiences.” – Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish
“JACKALOPE is exactly the kind of high-impact event that shows people what makes Mississauga such a destination for events, festivals and sports. Since 2024, JACKALOPE has brought together world-class sport, culture, food and entertainment, creating memorable experiences for residents and visitors. We invite everyone to come and look forward to another unforgettable year of energy, excitement and activity.” – Victoria Clarke, CEO, Visit Mississauga
About JACKALOPE
JACKALOPE, a TRIBU property, was created in Montréal, Québec in 2012 to shine a spotlight on action sports and create opportunities for communities to come together and celebrate their passion. Since then, thousands of Canadian and international athletes have participated in and made the festival their own. Stars have been born at JACKALOPE, and many of its disciplines are now represented at the Olympic Games.
Visit Mississauga
Visit Mississauga is the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for the City of Mississauga. The organization is industry-led and responsible for developing a tourism strategy and leading tourism marketing and development efforts for the destination. With a mandate of implementing the City of Mississauga’s Tourism Master Plan, Visit Mississauga is committed to promoting local businesses and co-ordinating large-scale events within the city. To learn more about Visit Mississauga or other exciting events coming to Mississauga, go to www.visitmississauga.ca
JACKALOPE 2025 photos are available for download at Media – Jackalope
