SKATEFEST 2026 to take place at Norton and Malton Skatepark

SKATEFEST 2026 will take place in North Yorkshire at Norton and Malton Skatepark on Saturday, July 18.

The festival runs from 11am to 5.30pm and promises a full day of skateboarding, BMX, inline skating, live music, street art, competitions, and family entertainment.

The event is organised by Ryan and Sam Swain of Ryedale Skate School, in partnership with The Mayor of Norton, Norton Town Council, Gateway Fest, and You Will Be CIC.

It is sponsored by Live Like Ralph, a UK-based community interest company and charity set up in memory of Ralph Roberts, a 26-year-old skateboarder, artist, and photographer from Lytham, Lancashire.

Ryan Swain said: “SKATEFEST is about far more than skateboarding.

“It’s about giving young people opportunities, bringing communities together and showing what can happen when local organisations work together with a shared vision.

“Whether you’re stepping on a skateboard for the very first time or you’ve been skating for years, this event is for everyone.”

This year’s festival will also raise awareness for York Cancer.

The event will welcome representatives from the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, including the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith.

Professional skateboarders and BMX riders will be in attendance, with competitions and demonstrations throughout the day.

Free learn-to-skate sessions will be available, led by qualified coaches.

Moni Graffiti and Ben Walgate will host live street art demonstrations, and there will be artisan stalls, food vendors, and live music from DJs and performers.

The entertainment begins at 11am with Callum Russell performing EDM and festival anthems, and live graffiti begins with Moni Graffiti.

Charlie Sings takes the stage at 12pm, followed by a graffiti demo from Ben Walgate.

A shuffle dance demonstration led by Sam will run from 12.30pm to 12.45pm.

At 1pm, Strawbs will perform a drum and bass set alongside a Best Trick / Best Spot Competition open to skateboarders, BMX riders, scooter users, and inline skaters.

The afternoon line-up includes Jamesy and The Roof Raisers at 2pm, a skateboard mini ramp contest, and a DJ set from Ryan Swain at 2.30pm featuring hip hop, skate anthems, and festival classics.

Skateboarding competitions continue with a vert contest at 3pm, followed by Lukey G at 3.30pm.

Competition

The skateboard park competition begins at 4pm, and Swag performs at 4.30pm before the event closes at 5.30pm.

Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy professional skateboarding and BMX demos, live graffiti, community and charity stalls, family activities, and a raffle.

Prizes and giveaways will be up for grabs throughout the event.

Mr Swain said: “We’re incredibly proud to work alongside Sam, Norton Town Council, Mayor Di Keal, Claire, Gateway Fest, You Will Be CIC and all of our volunteers to make this one of the biggest free community events in North Yorkshire.

“We can’t wait to welcome everyone for an unforgettable day.”

SKATEFEST promotes the message “Unity Through Action Sports,” aiming to inspire confidence, inclusion, and community spirit through skateboarding, music, and art.