Nepal’s Go Skateboarding Day brings wheels, music and crowds to Kathmandu riverbank
Summary
Skateboarders in Kathmandu celebrated International Go Skateboarding Day with rallies, competitions, and music at the Bagmati Riverbank, highlighting the growing local skateboarding community.
Key Points
- International Go Skateboarding Day was celebrated at the Bagmati Riverbank in Kathmandu with rallies and skate competitions.
- The event featured a skate rally through Dhumbarahi, trick showcases at an abandoned pool, and main events at Thapathali.
- Bikram Regmi, founder of Skaters Nepal, emphasized the growth of skateboarding in Nepal and the need for better facilities.
- Local skaters continue to expand their community despite limited infrastructure and resources in Nepal.