Virginia Beach is set to host a first-of-its-kind action sports competition in the United States. This unique event will feature top-notch skateboarders, skimboarders, and talented surfers. With its potential to attract a massive influx of visitors, the competition is anticipated to generate a significant economic boost for the area.

Dubbed the Jackalope Festival, this highly anticipated action sports event invites participants to demonstrate their finest skills on the waves at the renowned surfing spot. Prepare for an unforgettable experience as thousands of fans flock to witness this thrilling spectacle.

Jackalope Festival wows crowds with thrilling surfing action

The Jackalope Festival made its grand debut in Virginia Beach on Friday, drawing “thousands of people to watch the action at the Oceanfront,” as reported by the Facebook page of WAVY-TV 10. Taking place at Neptune’s Park from June 2 to 4, this thrilling event originated in Montreal, Canada, in 2012. Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk has been a supporter of the festival. D. Nachnani, representing the local skate shop Coastal Edge, enthused about the diverse offerings, stating, “We’ve got freestyle motocross, we’ve got rock climbing, we’ve got BASE jumping, we’ve got skate, we’ve got vert ramp… Tony Hawk and a whole bunch of pros from all over the world.”

Expressing gratitude towards the city of Virginia Beach, Nachnani added, “You can feel the energy and the vibe, and we’re so thankful… to make this festival happen.” From its grand debut drawing thousands of spectators at the Oceanfront, the Jackalope Festival unveils its complete schedule featuring thrilling activities like skimboarding.

Surfing takes the spotlight at Jackalope Festival

The Jackalope Festival recently unveiled its complete schedule of events on May 26th. The festival offers a combination of free and ticketed activities for attendees. Skimboarding, a water sport that originated from surfing, will be prominently featured alongside traditional surfing competitions. Fans can expect to witness the talents of both up-and-coming athletes and renowned surfing professionals.

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Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore various pop-up shops, such as Ghostship, Wave-X Brand, Sacred Daggers, and Morewax, providing unique and diverse offerings. No wonder the festival had a significant turnout this year.?

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