Riverview Celebrates Youth Week 2026

The Town of Riverview is marking Youth Week 2026 with a week of youth-focused events and activities taking place May 1–7. All events are free and open to the public. 

What to Expect 

Friday, May 1 — Opening Night at the Skatepark

Youth Week kicks off on Friday, May 1 at the Riverview Indoor Skatepark & Youth Centre with Turn Up the Future 2.0, a live show featuring three local youth bands: Entropy, No Name, and The Koopalings. Hip-hop artists, DaySick and Straight on Til Morning will also perform a special set and film content for an upcoming music video.  

A Youth Market will be open throughout the show, featuring booths run exclusively by young vendors and creators. Community organizations will also be on hand to share information about programs and opportunities for youth in Riverview.  

Sunday, May 3 — 3rd Annual Youth Brush Battle

On Sunday, don’t miss the 3rd Annual Youth Brush Battle hosted in collaboration with local artist and art battle champion, Ji Hyang Ryu. This fast-paced, live art competition will see 18 young artists race against the clock to create original works across multiple rounds.

The twist: the audience decides who advances. Spectators vote between rounds, making this as much a participatory experience as a performance. After each round, completed artworks will be auctioned, and attendees can take home a one-of-a-kind original piece created right before their eyes. 

Workshops, Socials & More

The week also offers a variety of fun, creative, and social opportunities for local youth to connect and try something new. Activities and specials include: 

• 15% off menu prices at Bravo Pizza for youth.
• A free swim at the PCM Aquatic Center from 2 – 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 2
• Visit a state-of-the-art mobile gaming theatre with Game On Moncton at the Riverview Indoor Skatepark & Youth Centre from 6:30 – 9:30 on Saturday, May 2.
• Free bowling at Holy Bowly from 5 – 6:30 p.m on Monday, May 4. Registration is required.
• Campfire Social hosted by 1st Riverview Scouts at the Mill Creek Nature Park lookout on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, from 6–8 p.m.
• Also on May 5, attend the Songwriting Workshop with Vel, presented in partnership with EQ Music at the Riverview Sound Lab. Open to all skill levels.
• Learn to Crochet with Suan on May 6 at this beginner-friendly, hands-on session. All materials provided; no experience needed.
• Wrap up Youth Week at the Storytelling Writer’s Workshop with Joe Mahoney of Donovan Street Press at the Riverview Public Library on Thursday, May 7. Youth ages 12–17 will explore how to craft compelling fiction, build strong characters, and turn ideas into finished stories. 

Full event details available at www.townofriverview.ca/youthweek