An X Games medalist, Hawaiian vibes, skating action and a lot of fun are coming to SK8 Charleston in May. The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission’s SK8 Charleston skate park will host two special events open to the public: Meet & Skate with Mitchie Brusco on Friday, May 2, and the annual Luau and Bowl Jam on Saturday, May 17.
On May 2, 14-time X Games medalist Mitchie Brusco will visit SK8 Charleston for a meet and skate from 5 - 9 p.m. The public is invited to stop by the park to chat with Mitchie, get autographs and enjoy some time skating in this premier skate park. The Meet & Skate will be free with regular park admission of $3 per skater (free for annual passholders and spectators).
Then on Saturday, May 17, SK8 Charleston’s annual Luau and Bowl Jam will take place from 6 – 8:30 p.m. The Luau is a Hawaiian-themed community event offering skateboarding competitions alongside food and music. Vendors will be on site, live music will be provided by Anergy and local food truck Shaka Shrimp will be on site selling its Hawaiian style dishes.
The event is open for skateboarders wishing to participate, as well as spectators and those wanting to enjoy the festivities. Event-goers will witness some of the best skaters in the area compete on the bowls of this premier skate park. Contests will run from 6 – 8:30 p.m. (see a schedule below). The competition will be judged by a variety of local skateboarders from the Charleston community, with great prizes and giveaways. Hawaiian-inspired clothing is encouraged. Luau admission will be free with regular park admission of $3 per skater (free for annual passholders and spectators).
Luau Contest Schedule:
- 6 p.m. - Beginner Green Bowl
- 6:30 p.m. - Intermediate Green Bowl
- 7:30 p.m. - Advanced Yellow Bowl
- 8 p.m. - Best Trick - Yellow Bowl
Owned and operated by the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission, SK8 Charleston is a regional-sized concrete skate park that spans over 32,000 square feet. The park, which opened in 2017, is located on the neck area of the Charleston peninsula at 1549 Oceanic Street.
SK8 Charleston features an intermediate bowl, a pro bowl, a 200-foot-long snake run, and a 300-foot-long street course. The site features a small skate shop, restrooms, concessions and seating areas.
SK8 Charleston is open each Wednesday through Monday for skateboarding, and on Tuesdays for BMX bikers.
Accessible parking, restrooms and an accessible route to viewing locations are available at the park. SK8 Charleston also offers Beginner and Intermediate skateboarding lessons.
For more information on SK8 Charleston or its events and programs, visit ccprc.com/Skatepark.
