Drop in with Samsung

Building off the success of the ‘Drop in with Samsung’ Flip Park, Samsung, in collaboration with Skateboard GB and supported by EE, launches the groundbreaking ‘Drop in with Samsung 25-hour Skate Park’ Supported by EE. This unique immersive event, taking place at London’s iconic BAYSIXTY6 Skatepark in West London, celebrates skate culture while showcasing the revolutionary capabilities of the new Galaxy S25 series.

This pop-up celebrates Samsung and EE’s commitment to facilitating enhanced accessibility and connectivity within UK skateparks, empowering more individuals to embrace the sport.

Event Details:

• Dates: Wednesday 19th – Thursday 20th March, 2025
• Location: BAYSIXTY6 Skate Park, 66 Acklam Road, London, W10 5YU
• Opening Hours: 6PM on 19th March – 7PM on 20th March

The world’s first 25-hour skatepark is a vibrant homage to all elements of skateboarding culture, featuring 25 hours of music performances, entertainment and content creation experiences, all powered by the Galaxy S25 series. Samsung invites everyone to ‘Drop in with Samsung’ Supported by EE and participate in a dynamic range of activities on offer, all whilst experiencing the exceptional camera capabilities of the latest Galaxy S25 series.

BAYSIXTY6 will undergo a dramatic transformation, with enhanced lighting and design, creating the ultimate backdrop for capturing stunning content with the Galaxy S25's advanced features, including Nightography Video and Ultra-Wide camera. Whether day or night, attendees can witness firsthand how the device delivers stunning shots in any lighting condition.

Experience the 25-hour immersion:

• The 25-Hour Street: A free skate zone for all skill levels, with Samsung product experts on hand to assist with capturing incredible content on the Galaxy S25 series.
• The Ultra-Wide Bowl: A dedicated drop-in area for skaters to showcase their skills, utilising the Ultra-Wide camera to capture expansive angles during the day and stunning night shots with Night mode, or video content with Nightography Video.
• The 25-Hour Zone: Home of the ‘Now Bar’ – a space to learn about Samsung’s latest Galaxy AI innovations and why the Galaxy S25 series is the ultimate true AI companion. The Now Bar is a space to break for some food, grab a drink, and learn how the latest tech can offer ‘New ways to get things done’, with updates on the 25-hour Skatepark schedule and some exclusive product giveaways for most impressive Galaxy S25 skate footage.
• The 25-Hour Shop: Celebrity meet-and-greets with Team Galaxy Skate ambassadors, an immersive mobile gaming station, offering visitors the chance to beat the top score on mobile skateboarding game True Skate, and opportunities to try out the wider Samsung Galaxy product ecosystem.

Event highlights:

• A launch moment to remember with Sky Brown and Team Galaxy Skate talent dropping in, and James Threlfall DJing to set the vibe.
• An exclusive sunrise skate session and shoot curated in partnership with Dazed Media
• Invigorating skate yoga session led by Shankos Skate School
• Design your own board with Big Aye Skateboards – a closed session for under 18s
• Exclusive meet-and-greets with professional skaters, including Olympic medalist Sky Brown
• Social media workshop with skate influencer Stef Nurding and Samsung UK, giving insights on maximising skate content for visibility
• Dedicated skate photography sessions with renowned photographer Garry Jones
• Perfect your trick with pro-skaters in Team Galaxy Skate offering one-on-one lessons
• A panel discussion with leaders from Skateboard GB, who will be talking about what a career in skate looks like and how to get more skateparks in your local community.

Driven by the shared belief to ‘Never Stop Growing,’ Samsung, Skateboard GB and EE are also investing in extended opening hours at ten skateparks across the UK. This initiative, which includes funding for events, product experiences, and skate jams, will empower the personal growth of the next generation of skaters with greater park access, enhanced connectivity, and the tools to capture and share their progress.

Join the ‘Drop in with Samsung 25-hour Skate Park’ Supported by EE. experience from 19th to 20th March, located at BAYSIXTY6. Drop in be part of this interactive experience – check out the full schedule here:

Full 25-hour Skatepark event schedule:

Time:

Activity:

Attendance:

18:00 – 20:00

Opening skate jam:

Featuring demos from Team Galaxy Skate, hosted by Marc Churchill and accompanied by tunes from DJ James Threlfall, plus exclusive meet and greet with two-times Olympic Medallist Sky Brown

Sign-up needed

(Via Dazed website here)

20:00 – 22:00

Skate with Team Galaxy Skate:

Skate drop-ins accompanied by DJ James Threlfall on the decks

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22:00 – 00:00

Skate film session:

Hosted in partnership with City Mill Skate

Sign-up needed

(Via Skateboard GB website here)

00:00 – 04:00

Artist creation session:

Hosted by artist Billy Colours – mural creation at BAYSIXTY6, with time-lapse capture

Invite only

04:00 – 06:30

Sunrise skate session and shoot:

Hosted in partnership with Dazed Club

Sign-up needed (via Dazed here)

06:30 – 07:30

Skate yoga session:

Hosted in partnership with Shankos Skate School

Sign-up needed

(Via Skateboard GB website here)

07:30 – 10:00

Pre-school skate breakfast club

Invite only

10:00 – 11:00

Skate Photography Session:

Hosted by photographer Garry Jones

Sign-up needed

(Via Skateboard GB website here)

11:00 – 12:00

Social media workshop:

Hosted by Team Galaxy Skate’s Stef Nurding, Samsung UK and creative agency Iris

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12:00 – 14:00

Skate activators:

Hosted in partnership with Skateboard GB and Team Galaxy Skate

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14:00 – 16:00

How to get skateparks built in your local community:

Led by Skateboard GB

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16:00 – 17:30

Lessons with a pro:

Hosted by Team Galaxy Skate’s Jordan Thackeray and Alex DeCunha

Sign up needed

(Via Skateboard GB website here)

17:30 – 19:00

Game of S.K.A.T.E

Hosted by Team Galaxy Skate’s Ashley Mercer

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