Skate Pilipinas, in collaboration with the National Parks Development Committee, is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated GoSkateboarding Day 2024 event, set to take place at the historic Rizal Park in Manila on June 21.
The event promises to celebrate the vibrant skateboarding culture, while showcasing the talents and creativity of Filipino skateboarders.
GoSkateboarding Day, recognized globally on the said date, is a day dedicated to the passion and excitement of skateboarding.
This year’s event promises an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike, blending adrenaline-pumping competitions with community camaraderie.
Over P100,000 in cash prizes, including a grand prize of a roundtrip ticket to any local destination, courtesy of Philippine Airlines, await the winners.
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“We are excited to host GoSkateboarding Day 2024 at Rizal Park Luneta, a venue steeped in history and cultural significance. This event celebrates skateboarding as a sport and fosters a sense of community and camaraderie among skateboarders and enthusiasts,” said Carl Sambrano, president of Skate Pilipinas.
“We’ve been organizing events for the community, but what makes it more meaningful is that you’d see in full force the heart and passion of the skateboarding community. We at Skate Pilipinas aim for sportsmanship and ultimately friendship,” added Tong Facundo, vice president of Skate Pilipinas.
Jezreel Apelar, Deputy Executive Director of the National Parks Development Committee, added: “Having skateboarding on the grounds of Rizal Park Luneta is monumental and the first time we are doing this in a very historical spot. We are very excited and enthusiastic to host the growing Skateboarding community, and we couldn’t be happier being a part of it .”
Sponsors are Jollibee and Philippine Airlines.
The National Parks Development Committee, Tingog Partylist, Bagong Pilipinas, and the Department of Tourism co-present the event.