The Southsea Skatepark in Portsmouth, Hampshire, has announced its main event dates for the 2026 season, featuring its 48th birthday celebrations and the return of the famous King of Concrete competition. These scheduled events are designed to give local families, riders, and businesses plenty of time to plan for the busy summer months on the seafront.
The facility will mark its 48th year celebrations on 14-15 June 2026. The park is recognised as one of the oldest surviving outdoor skateparks in the world, having originally opened its concrete bowls to the public in June 1978.
The legendary King of Concrete competition is set to return from 22-24 August 2026. This multi-discipline event was first founded in 1988 and has a long history of bringing talented riders to the city during August.
The site is operated by the Southsea Skatepark Company Limited, which is a registered charity run by volunteers. Because the organisation is entirely self-funding, these large events are vital for supporting the park and its future plans for all-weather improvements.
In addition to the main summer dates, a professional competition hosted by DOGG Scooters is also confirmed for 2026. While the charity has confirmed the event will take place, the specific date for this professional contest will be announced at a later time.
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