weekend guide
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getting around
TTC: subway, streetcar and bus
Tap a PRESTO card, debit card, credit card or mobile wallet when you board. Keep using the same card or device whenever you transfer so your two-hour transfer is recognized.
Your tapped payment method is also your proof of payment, so keep it with you for the full trip. PRESTO tickets include a two-hour transfer. If you pay cash, exact fare is required and the two-hour transfer does not apply.
Driving and parking
Parking in downtown Toronto can be limited, and rates and restrictions change. Use Google Maps or Green P for current options rather than relying on a static parking list. Always check posted street-parking signs before leaving your car.
Before you roll
Toronto surfaces and traffic conditions can change quickly. Wear protective gear, carry water and lights, and check the weather and Rolling the 6ix updates before setting out. On shared trails, control your speed and yield to people walking or cycling.
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Event Hub
The Bentway
meeting times:
Saturday Urban Scavenger Hunt - 9am
First-timer friendly · Covered.
The heart of the Rolling the 6ix weekend and a favourite gathering place for Toronto's skate community. The Bentway's figure-eight trail offers a smooth, sheltered place to warm up, meet other skaters and enjoy a relaxed session beneath the Gardiner.
why the bentway
Why go:
The heart of the Rolling the 6ix weekend and a favourite gathering place for Toronto's skate community. The Bentway's figure-eight trail offers a smooth, sheltered place to warm up, meet other skaters and enjoy a relaxed session beneath the Gardiner.
Good to know:
Public programming, rentals and trail availability are seasonal. Check The Bentway's current schedule before making a separate visit.
Getting there:
The site is on the Fort York/Bathurst streetcar corridor. Use live directions to choose between nearby streetcar stops and Exhibition GO.
Alexandra Park
meeting times:
Saturday Skill Share - 1-4pm
Practice spot · Downtown · Near Kensington Market
A convenient downtown option beside Kensington Market and Chinatown. The park includes the Harry Gairey rink/dry pad and a seasonal skate area, making it a useful stop for practice before exploring the neighbourhood.
why alexandra park
best for:
Flat-ground practice, casual sessions and combining skating with a neighbourhood visit.
Getting there:
Take the 505 Dundas or 511 Bathurst streetcar. The park is near Bathurst Street and Dundas Street West.
facilities:
Seasonal recreation facilities and public washrooms may be available. Check City listings for current hours.
Christie Pits
meeting times:
Sunday Park Hangout + Skill Share - 2pm
Community skate spot · Intermediate · Direct subway access
A lively west-end park with a community-built skate area close to Christie Station. The setup can change, so treat every visit as a conditions check rather than expecting a fixed obstacle layout.
why christie pits
best for:
Street-style practice and skaters who are already comfortable around ramps and obstacles.
Getting there:
Take Line 2 to Christie Station. The park is directly across Bloor Street West from the station.
good to know:
Christie Pits Skatepark is built and maintained by community members. Your support helps keep the park running.
Please consider donating here.Ramsden Park
meeting times:
Saturday Urban Skate - 6:30pm
Practice pad · First-timer friendly · Near Yorkville
A spacious neighbourhood park just north of Yorkville. Its outdoor rink becomes a concrete sports pad during the warmer season, offering room for casual rolling and skills practice when available.
why ramsden park
best for:
Flat-ground drills, relaxed practice and newer skaters.
Getting there:
Take Line 1 to Rosedale Station. The park's eastern entrance is across Yonge Street and a short walk north. Rosedale Station is accessible.
Facilities:
Washrooms and other seasonal facilities may be available. Check City listings before travelling.
College Park
meeting times:
Saturday Skill Share - 1-4pm
Downtown practice stop · Open space
A central downtown stop with smooth open space and the Barbara Ann Scott skating trail. It can be useful for a quick practice or a meetup with friends.
lawrence station
meeting times:
Thursday Advanced Urban Roll - 7pm
Downtown practice stop · Open space
Meet outdoors at Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue—not on the subway or bus platform.
CENTENNIAL PARK / DUFFERIN GATE
Exhibition Place
meeting times:
Friday Urban Roll - 7pm
meeting point only
Meet beside 'Mino Bimaadiziwin – Good Life', the large Indigenous art wall in Centennial Park, immediately inside / next to Dufferin Gate.
meeting point only
ttc:
Line 2 to Dufferin Station, then take the 29 Dufferin or 929 Dufferin Express to Dufferin Gate Loop.
Parking:
Paid parking is available inside Exhibition Place; event rates and restrictions may apply.
address:
This is a meeting point only. Look for the Rolling the 6ix crew at the wall.
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city views
Martin Goodman Trail / Toronto Waterfront
Scenic route · Paved multi-use trail
Roll beside Lake Ontario with skyline views, waterfront parks and plenty of possible stops. The trail stretches far beyond the central Harbourfront, so choose a distance that suits your comfort and energy.
best for:
Longer recreational rolls and waterfront sightseeing.
surface:
Primarily paved multi-use trail, with conditions and detours varying by section.
good to know:
Expect walkers, runners and cyclists. Stay predictable, control your speed, pass carefully and check current trail closures before leaving.
Riverdale Park East
Skyline view · Steep terrain
One of Toronto's classic skyline views. The hill is the attraction—but it is steep, busy and not suitable for every skater. Walking the hill is always a valid choice.
Sankofa Square
Downtown landmark · Photo stop · Heavy pedestrian traffic
Bright screens and the energy of Yonge and Dundas make Sankofa Square an unmistakably Toronto backdrop.
Nathan Phillips Square
Toronto landmark · Photo stop · Downtown
City Hall and the Toronto sign make this one of the city's most recognizable gathering places and a natural stop for a group photo.
Polson Pier Skyline View
Waterfront view · Nighttime favourite · Limited transit
A dramatic view back toward the downtown skyline from the Port Lands. It is a memorable cool-down stop, especially around sunset or after dark.
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safety & faq
KNOW BEFORE YOU ROLL
Urban skating takes place around live traffic, pedestrians and changing road conditions.
- Protective equipment, including at least a helmet & wrist guards are strongly encouraged.
- Control your speed and direction at all times.
- Follow traffic signals and marshal instructions.
- Use lights or reflective gear after dark.
- Give pedestrians, cyclists and other skaters space.
- Never skate under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Report collisions, injuries and unsafe conditions to a marshal immediately.
faq
Check the Schedule beforehand, and follow us on Instagram and Whats App for important live updates.
Weather, road conditions or venue requirements may cause a delay, route change or cancellation.
Do not assume an event is cancelled unless an official update is posted.
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connect
receive live updates
Not your typical Thursday Skate.
This route is designed for advanced skaters with
significant urban skating experience.
contains downhill routes in live traffic.
skaters must be confident in stopping and city navigation.
skaters of all skill levels are encouraged to wear
protective equipment including a helmet & wrist guards.
personal flashlights are recommended.
Participation policy
Organized by cloud 8 & solo inline
