The World Rookie Skateboard Tour is ready to bring another unforgettable stop to the 2026 season with the Sea & Ride Rookie Fest, taking place on 9th August 2026 at the spectacular X Challenge Park in Tsarevo, Bulgaria. Nestled in a beautiful pine forest on the Black Sea coast, the venue features one of the region’s best concrete bowl facilities and promises an action-packed day of world-class youth skateboarding.
Open to Rookies (born 2007–2010) and Groms (born 2011 and later), the event is part of the official World Rookie Rank and offers young riders the chance to qualify for the 2026 World Rookie Skateboard Finals in Celje, Slovenia.
The top three riders on each podium will secure their place at the World Rookie Finals, while the best two Rookie riders will receive all-inclusive tickets to compete against the world’s best young skateboarders. Riders will also battle for prizes from Blue Tomato, Etnies, TSG, and other World Rookie Tour partners.
Event Schedule – Sunday, 9th August
- 10:00 – 14:00: Training
- 18:00 – 18:30: Warm-up
- 18:45 – 19:30: Qualifications
- 19:45 – 20:00: Finals
- 20:15: Award Ceremony
Schedule may be adjusted in case of weather or organizational needs.
Participation is completely free, but online registration is mandatory before 7th August 2026. National Team athletes may also be entered directly by their National Skateboard Association.
Beyond the competition, riders and families can enjoy the unique atmosphere of X Challenge Park, featuring a street plaza, pump track, mountain bike lines, adventure park, music, food, Red Bull, and the relaxed vibe that has made the World Rookie Tour the leading international action sports series for the next generation.
Registration and information
- Registration deadline: 7th August 2026
- Register now – Inscription Form: HERE
- Event hotline: +44 7342 197576
- Accommodation: X Challenge Park Camping
- Event information: hello@xchallengepark.com
The road to the 2026 World Rookie Skateboard Finals continues on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.
👉🏻 Download the official Event Info Sheet for complete event details: HERE
See you in Tsarevo. The future is here!
