National Go Skate Day Block Party

National Go Skate Day Block Party Takes Over Fourth Avenue June 20–21 Skateboarding, Live Music, Outdoor Dining, and Community Celebration Come Together in Downtown Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI — Downtown Ann Arbor's Fourth Avenue corridor will transform into a vibrant community gathering space June 20–21 as local businesses, musicians, skateboarders, and visitors come together for the inaugural National Go Skate Day Block Party.

Taking place on Fourth Avenue between Liberty Street and Washington Street, the two-day event embraces the spirit of creativity, resilience, and community that has defined the district throughout an active construction season. Featuring skateboarding demonstrations, live music, outdoor dining, shopping, raffles, prizes, and family-friendly activities, the Block Party invites the community to experience Fourth Avenue in a new way.

Presented in partnership with Fourth Avenue businesses, the event highlights the unique character of one of downtown Ann Arbor's most eclectic and creative corridors while encouraging residents and visitors to continue supporting local businesses during ongoing infrastructure improvements.

 Friday, June 20 & Saturday, June 21, 2026
 Fourth Avenue between Liberty Street and Washington Street

Throughout the weekend, visitors can enjoy:

• Skateboarding in the street between local businesses
• Skate features and demonstrations hosted by Olympia Skate Shop
• Live music performances from regional and local artists
• Outdoor dining and sidewalk cafés
• Shopping specials and sidewalk sales from participating retailers like The GetUp
• Raffles, giveaways, and prizes
• Community gathering spaces and family-friendly activities

Live Music on Saturday, June 21
Sound for the event will be provided by A2 Funhouse, with performances from:

• Sick Day (Chicago) | 12:45 PM – 1:15 PM
• Carmel Liburdi (Detroit) | 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
• Modus Operandi (Ypsilanti) | 2:15 PM – 3:00 PM
• Nickie P (Ann Arbor) | 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM
• Spa Day (Ypsilanti) | 4:15 PM – 5:00 PM
• King Under The Mountain (Ann Arbor) | 5:15 PM – 6:00 PM
• Pat2Dope (Ypsilanti/Detroit) 6:15 PM – 7:00 PM

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