# Event Details - **Event Name**: HIGHER LEARNING 2025 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 10:00 am – Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: Higher Learning is a FREE instore event at Sanction HQ on October 18th! Sign up and enjoy a day full of brand knowledge, games and prizes!About this EventWelcome to Higher Learning 2025!The most fun, engaging, and epic day to get you hyped for the season and stoked on snowboarding.This year’s event is packed with action across three unique areas of activations:Main Stage – Hear directly from brand reps as they break down the latest and greatest innovations for 2025–26. Get insider knowledge, ask questions, and see what’s driving the future of snowboarding.Lower Level – Take a deeper dive into boots and bindings. Try on the newest gear, learn how it all works, and discover which setups are best for your riding style.Tent City – Step outside and join the fun. Play games, win prizes, and refuel with snacks from some of the best brands in the industry.From product insights to hands-on testing to good times with the snowboarding community, Higher Learning 2025 is your all-access pass to everything new and exciting this season.Agenda?: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AMINTRO TO SNOWBOARDING / KIDS - Main StageHost: Sanction Info: Boards, boots, bindings, camber, Magne-Traction, sintered, extruded… Not sure where to start? This class makes it simple. We’ll walk you through the basics of snowboarding gear—what all the terms mean, how different boards and boots work, and what really matters when you’re starting out. By the end, you’ll have the confidence to pick the right setup and begin your snowboarding journey.?: 11:10 AM - 11:30 AMINTRO TO PARK LABS - Main Stage Host: Park Labs Info: Park Labs lays the groundwork for a competitive future or well-rounded riding, wherever you want to take it by fostering the development of core freestyle skills. Join us as we build the foundation for your freestyle journey, wherever you want to take it!?: 11:40 AM - 12:10 PMBURTON - Main Stage Host: Burton Info: Your guide to all things Burton. Discover the 2025–2026 lineup, including the latest innovations and the newest additions to the Step On® collection.?: 12:20 PM - 12:50 PMCAPiTA / UNION - Main Stage Host: CAPiTA SnowboardsInfo: CAPiTA and Union will present their new 25/26 snowboard tech, along with insights into the brand’s mission, values, and history. Adding to the excitement is some new releases and some epic reveals! ?: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PMJONES / YES / FASE - Main Stage Host: Jones Info: Jones and YES will walk you through their 25/26 snowboards and binding tech. This session will cover both brands’ missions and values, as well as offer tips on fitting and maintaining your gear. Essential knowledge on equipment care and minor repairs will also be shared.?: 01:40 PM - 02:10 PMLIB TECH / GNU - Main Stage Host: Lib Tech Info: Mervin, which encompasses Lib Tech, GNU, and Bent Metal, will present their new 25/26 gear lineup. Learn about Mervin’s values, proper equipment fitting, and sizing, as well as gear maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs.?: 02:20 PM - 02:50 PMRIDE - Main Stage Host: Ride Info: Explore the rich history of Ride Snowboards and delve into everything you need to know about their new 2025 lineup. You’ll also get an in-depth look at the 25/26 product line and the latest tech innovations.?: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PMNIDECKER - Main Stage Host: Nidecker Info: Nidecker will provide a comprehensive overview of their 25/26 product line, including binding technology advancements. Learn about Nidecker’s brand history, values, and mission while gaining insights on properly fitting, sizing, and maintaining your equipment.?: 03:40 PM - 04:10 PMMSLM x SPIRAL WAX Tuning Clinic - Main Stage Host: Mount St. Louis Moonstone Info: Mt. St. Louis and Spiral Wax will host a tuning clinic focused on how to get the most out of your snowboard gear. This session will teach you the essentials of waxing a snowboard, binding adjustments, and equipment care, including storage and cleaning, to keep your setup in top shape.?: 12:00 PM - 06:00 PMBoot and Binding Clinics - Second Floor Host: Sanction Info: Come meet the reps downstairs after their Main Stage sessions! This is your chance to get hands-on with the latest gear and tech for the season. Try it on, ask questions, and see what’s new—straight from the experts themselves. From Burton’s Triple Boa® system, to the latest Step On® setups, to the brand-new FASE binding platforms, there’s no shortage of innovation this year. Whether you’re curious, upgrading your kit, or just love checking out what’s next, you’ll walk away with fresh knowledge and excitement for the season ahead.?: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PMBURTON x GOZNEY - Pizza Fiesta! - Tent City Host: Burton Info: Come grab a hot slice at the Burton Booth! (While quantities last) ?: 12:00 PM - 06:00 PMBENT METAL x PABST: Grab and Smash! - Tent CityHost: Bent Metal Info: Grab an ice-cold Pabst at the Bent Metal table! Crack it open, enjoy, then smash the can with a Bent Metal binding before tossing it in the recycle. Fun, refreshing, and responsibly rad. ? Please drink responsibly.?: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PMVANS: Waffle Gospel! - Tent City Host: Vans Info: Enjoy a deliciously hot waffle from the OFF THE WALL brand, Vans. (while quantities last). ?: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PMTHIRTYTWO : Boot Shoot! - Tent City Host: ThirtyTwo Info: Cornhole, but with a boot. Toss THIRTYTWO boots for a chance to win something epic! (While quantities last)?: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PMSTINKY SOCKS : Stunk Dunk! - Tent City Host: StinkyInfo: Dunk some Stink Socks to win big! (While quantities last) ?: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PMRIDE: Tic Tac Tool - Tent City Host: Ride Info: Challenge the RIDE reps to game of Tic Tac Toe. Winner wins big! ?: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PMOakley : Introducing META - Tent City Host: Oakley Info: Come check out and learn about the new Oakley Meta sunglass booth. A game changer. ?: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PMUNION: TOP SECRET PRODUCT LAUNCH - Tent City Host: UnionInfo: Just check it out. ?: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PMROSHAMBO WORLD SERIES! - Main Stage Host: Sanction Info: A long standing tradition in snowboarding for who goes first.......ROCK, PAPER SCISSORS. $500 SANCTION GIFT CARD - WINNER TAKES ALL! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/vaughan/higher-learning-2025/100001758738938509 - **Event Categories**: sports, trips-adventures, contests, workshops, kids - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Vaughan - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Sanction Skate & Snow, Steeles Avenue West, Thornhill, ON, Canada - **lat**: 43.7957838 - **long**: -79.4322658 - **full address**: Sanction Skate & Snow, Steeles Avenue West, Thornhill, ON, Canada, 330 Steeles Avenue West, Vaughan, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: HIGHER LEARNING 2025 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/78a6a5dcb386740b8deda57b915ad125106fead375285bad4c1dd503115b77eb-rimg-w1200-h600-dc32312f-gmir.jpg?v=1760005650 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is HIGHER LEARNING 2025 being held? - **A:** HIGHER LEARNING 2025 takes place on Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 06:00 pm at Sanction Skate & Snow, Steeles Avenue West, Thornhill, ON, Canada, 330 Steeles Avenue West, Vaughan, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing HIGHER LEARNING 2025? - **A:** HIGHER LEARNING 2025 is organized by Sanction Skate & Snow. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** HIGHER LEARNING 2025 is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Vaughan, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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