Go Skateboarding Day 🛹

Overview

Go Skateboarding Day, celebrated annually on June 21st, is an official holiday recognizing and promoting the sport of skateboarding. Established in 2004 by the International Association of Skateboard Companies (IASC), it encourages skateboarders worldwide to unite, enjoy their passion, and share the joy of skateboarding with their communities through events, group rides, and general public participation.

Origin and story

The date, June 21st, was chosen to coincide with the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, providing the longest day of daylight for skateboarding.

Go Skateboarding Day was officially recognized by the U.S. Congress in 2007 through House Resolution 1290.

Quick facts

• DateJune 21
• TypeCultural / community observance
• Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams

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Ways to celebrate

A grassroots industry event started by skate companies in 2004 grew fast enough that Congress was formally recognizing it within a few years — a rare case of a subculture holiday getting an actual government shoutout.

Get out and ride

Celebrate by:

• Actually getting on a skateboard today, whether you're a beginner or haven't ridden in years.
• Joining a group skate session or event in your area if one's happening.
• Teaching a kid the basics of pushing and balancing if they've never tried.

See how it got official recognition

Helpful resources:

• United States Government Goes Skateboarding (GlobeNewswire)

Did you know?

The date wasn't picked at random — June 21 is the summer solstice, giving organizers the longest stretch of daylight in the year for skaters worldwide to ride at once.

Fun facts

• The date, June 21st, was chosen to coincide with the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, providing the longest day of daylight for skateboarding.
• Go Skateboarding Day was officially recognized by the U.S. Congress in 2007 through House Resolution 1290.
• Events are held globally, often featuring contests, demonstrations, charity drives, and free skate sessions in skate parks and urban areas.

Sources and attribution

United States Government Goes Skateboarding (GlobeNewswire)

External links may lead to third-party websites.

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FAQ

When is Go Skateboarding Day?

It is observed on June 21 each year.

What is Go Skateboarding Day?

Go Skateboarding Day, celebrated annually on June 21st, is an official holiday recognizing and promoting the sport of skateboarding. Established in 2004 by the International Association of Skateboard Companies (IASC), it encourages skateboarders worldwide to unite, enjoy their passion, and share the joy of skateboarding with their communities through events, group rides, and general public participation.

How do people celebrate Go Skateboarding Day?

Get on a skateboard today — the date was picked to land on the summer solstice, giving skaters the longest daylight of the year, and it was officially recognized by Congress in 2007.

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