Sunset Skatepark has been an exciting project in downtown Evansville, and we finally have an official opening date!

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An Exciting Evansville Development

What started out as a dream for many in the local skating and biking community in Evansville, has officially turned into a reality. Over the last couple of years, there have been many fundraisers and even grants that have led to the largest concrete skatepark in Indiana finally becoming a reality. Sunset Skatepark has been in development along the downtown Evansville riverfront for the past year, and recently they took to Facebook to announce an official opening date.

Sunset Skatepark Opens in December

Sunset Skatepark took to Facebook to announce that the largest concrete skatepark in the state of Indiana will officially be open to the public on December 16th!

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The grand opening of the skatepark will coincide with a ribbon cutting at 10 AM as well as live music from local bands, food, and much more.

You’ve heard it and it’s true!!! We’re ready for you to roll your way into Indiana’s Largest Skatepark on December 16th! 10am ribbon cutting followed by food and music! More details to be announced!
Thank you to the Evansville Department of Parks & Recreation, Mayor Lloyd Winnecke and Hunger Skateparks for all their hard work and dedication to the project!! We can’t wait to see you all enjoying it in a few weeks!

Benefits of Local Skateparks

My brother was an avid skater when we were younger, and I remember spending many weekends at the skateparks with him and his friends. I've seen many people on social media question why a skatepark is needed in Evansville, and truthfully there are a myriad of benefits to having a free recreational area for the community to utilize.

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In regards to skateparks specifically, there are a lot of benefits, including a safe area for kids (and all members of the community) to partake in physical activity, and there is a positive social aspect to skateparks as well. SkatePark.org has many great resources if you want to learn more about the many benefits of skate parks, but I'll leave you with this:

A skatepark is a safe place for individuals and groups to challenge themselves, to encourage and be encouraged, to set and achieve their own goals while learning to manage risk along the way. It’s a place where people build healthy habits like self-directed exercise and creative expression. It’s a place where people learn how to persevere and the value of persistence. A place to experience accomplishment and build confidence. A skatepark is an attractive, accessible and safe recreational facility for all.