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Shred Fest hits Moe Skatepark with competitions, cash prizes, and skateboarding action on 12 to 15 April 2025

Shred Fest returns to Moe Skate Park from 12 - 15 April with competitions, demos, workshops, and family fun. Enjoy live music, food trucks, pro skaters, and free events for all ages.

By news@gippsland - 8th April 2025 - Back to News

Shred Fest will bring three days of skateboarding events to the Moe Skate Park on 12, 13 and 15 April 2025. Kicking off Shred Fest is S.K.A.T.E. For Cash, run by Sumo Skate Store on Saturday 12 April from 5pm to 9pm. Enter the competition or head along and watch talented skaters in their element. More information about this event can be found via Sumo Skate Store on Facebook.

Shred Fest kicks off with S.K.A.T.E. For Cash and the thrilling Victorian Rumble Roadshow, showcasing epic skateboarding action from 12 to 15 April, 2025

Rumble hits Moe

The Victorian Rumble Roadshow is coming to Moe on Sunday 13 April from 12pm to 4pm. Get ready to witness gravity-defying stunts, jaw-dropping tricks, and the raw energy of skateboarding as the Rumble Roadshow rolls into town! Tickets are available and for free at the Rumble Roadshow website.

Rounding out Shred Fest is Jam with Songline and Aimee Massie. On Tuesday 15 April from 11am to 5pm this event will include workshops, training, skate demonstrations and competitions. There will also be a DJ, food trucks, face painting, permanent jewellery and photo opportunities with Aimee Massie!

Skate Moe Fest

Latrobe City Council Mayor, Councillor Dale Harriman, said these skate events are a great opportunity to show off the Moe Skate Park during the school holidays. "Gather your friends and family and head down to the Moe Skate Park, for one or all these fantastic skating events. There will be opportunities for all levels of skaters and great days out for the whole family."

"Council is proud to showcase Moe and its newly updated, award-winning skate park during Shred Fest. If you can't make it to any of the events, be sure to check out the skate park another day!," said the Mayor. Learn more about these events via the Visit Latrobe City website.

Pictures from Latrobe City Council Facebook page.

Source: www.gippsland.com

Published by: news@gippsland.com

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