FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: City of Orlando -- Clarissa Howard 407-246-3845
Central Florida Sports Commission – 407-648-4900 x.13

ORLANDO SKATE PARK GRAND OPENING AND
1ST ANNUAL CENTRAL FLORIDA EXTREME GAMES FESTIVAL

ORLANDO, FL (July 30, 2003) – On Saturday, August 2, 2003, at 2 p.m., Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 4 Commissioner Patty Sheehan will host the grand opening celebration of the Orlando Skate Park as part of the 1st Annual Central Florida Extreme Games and Music Fest.

The City of Orlando has partnered with the Central Florida Sports Commission to host the festival, an action sports and music festival showcasing professional athlete demonstrations and exhibitions in action sports including skateboarding, BMX and Freestyle Moto X, while also highlighting many of the region’s top local bands in a interactive, fun and safe environment for the entire family.

“I am thrilled to invite everyone to join me for Central Florida Extreme and the grand opening of our 25,000 square-foot skate park,” said Mayor Buddy Dyer. “I urge families and our young people to come out and test their skills in the park and watch the pros.”

The Orlando Skate Park is located at the corner of Primrose and Livingston Street. Gates will open at 10 a.m., with sports exhibitions and bands beginning at 11 a.m. and running throughout the day until 9:30 p.m. Music, food, interactive kids games, booths and athlete autograph sessions are also available.

Tickets for the event are $10; children under the age of 5 are free. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster outlets, by calling 407-839-3900 or by going on-line at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Central Florida Sports commission offices at 126 East Lucerne Circle.

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