TOPEKA (KSNT) — Skateboarders of all ages gathered in Oakland on Sunday, June 21, to celebrate National Go Skateboarding Day, a worldwide event that brings riders together and introduces new people to the sport.

Mousetrap Skatepark was filled with action as skaters, from beginners to experienced riders, took to the ramps and rails throughout the day. The event included competitions for multiple age groups, a best-trick contest, and prizes from local and national sponsors.

National Go Skateboarding Day has been celebrated around the world since 2004, highlighting the culture and community surrounding skateboarding.

“I think the days of skateboarding being a niche for outcasts are gone,” said Christine Stoner, a Topeka native. “It’s more mainstream, but it’s just as athletic as any of the ball sports, and it’s really great to have this in our community.”

Organizers said the event is about more than landing tricks or winning prizes. It also serves as a way to welcome new riders, support local skate shops and strengthen the connections that make the skateboarding community unique.

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