The free, family friendly event promises 2 days of fun for all, featuring stunt demonstrations by professional riders including BMX pros Gary Spencer and Callum Rafferty and pro scooter rider Tom Nieb, plus food stalls, funfair rides and inflatable games.
And visitors aged 9 and over will be able to get in on the action by taking part in sessions on the mobile ramps and track, including skateboarding, BMX-ing, scootering, drift trikes and KMX karts.
The Extreme Wheels Weekender takes place on Saturday and Sunday (14 and 15 June) from 10am to 4pm and will be hosted by Dicky Dodd.
Councillor Chris Burden, the City of Wolverhampton Council’s Cabinet Member for City Development, Jobs and Skills, said: “We’re excited to welcome the Extreme Wheels Weekender to Wolverhampton this weekend.
“It promises to be a great day out for all the family, giving people the chance to experience a sport that is on the rise, and watch exciting stunts and tricks in a safe environment.
“You will even be able to have a go yourselves by taking part on the mobile skate park, and racing around a track on drift trikes and KMX karts.”
Participants are welcome to bring their own BMX bikes, scooters, skateboards and helmets. To take part, simply register on arrival. Please note, helmets and appropriate footwear (no crocs or sandals) are mandatory for all activities and e-bikes or e-scooters are not permitted within the event site. Once capacity has been reached, there will be a time limit on activities.
Councillor Burden added: “It’s great that we are able to continue to put on free family friendly events like this in the city, and I strongly encourage everyone to come along and watch the action.”
The council is working in partnership with Extreme Wheels Roadshow to bring the Extreme Wheels Weekender to the city. The project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Visitors are advised that pro riders are subject to change and that, while entry to the event is free, there is an additional charge for fun fair rides and refreshments.
