Go Skateboarding Day is an annual global celebration dedicated to the sport and culture of skateboarding, bringing together skaters worldwide to ride, perform tricks, and participate in community events.
Quick Facts
When is it: June 21st (Summer Solstice)
Tagged as: GSD
What’s the hashtag: #GoSkateboardingDay
When was it founded: 2004
Who founded it: International Association of Skateboard Companies (IASC)
History
The event originated from a vision to unite the global skateboarding community. Don Brown, former IASC Marketing Director, conceived the idea to create a day when skaters worldwide could ride together and amplify skateboarding’s energy. The initiative gained significant momentum after the All Star City Skate Jam in New York City, organized by Kerel “SriKala” Roach and Bryan Chin.
Timeline
- 2004: First official Go Skateboarding Day celebration
- 2006: Expanded to over 350 events across 32 countries
- 2007: Received Special Congressional Recognition from US Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez
- 2009: Skateistan begins celebrating GSD in Afghanistan
- 2014: Major global expansion with events in Peru, Singapore, Germany, and more
Dates for Next Year
| Year | Month | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June | 21 | Saturday |
| 2026 | June | 21 | Sunday |
| 2027 | June | 21 | Monday |
| 2028 | June | 21 | Wednesday |
| 2029 | June | 21 | Thursday |
| 2030 | June | 21 | Friday |
Observed
The day is celebrated through skateboarding sessions, competitions, demos, workshops, and community gatherings. Major cities host large-scale events, with streets often filled with thousands of skateboarders participating in organized rides and demonstrations.
Fun Facts About GSD
- It falls on the longest day of the year (Summer Solstice)
- Brazil once hosted an event with approximately 25,000 skateboarders
- The celebration has spread to unexpected locations like Afghanistan and Cambodia
- Many skateboarding companies offer special promotions and organize events
Quiz
- When is Go Skateboarding Day celebrated?
- Which organization founded GSD?
- In which year did GSD receive Congressional Recognition?
-(Answers: June 21st, IASC, 2007)
FAQs
- Is it a legally recognized holiday? No, but it’s widely celebrated in the skateboarding community
- Can beginners participate? Yes, events are open to all skill levels
- Are there official events? Yes, many cities host sanctioned events and competitions
Related
- World Skateboarding Championships
- X Games
- Street League Skateboarding
- Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater Series
- Olympic Skateboarding