Alexandria’ infamous Sk8Fest is returning this year on August 12th and 13th for its eight edition. This year the event will feature 16 bands and a newly redesigned skatepark and an eS sponsored game of SKATE. Doors open at 2:30 on Friday and at 11:30 on Saturday and the event will be running until 10 PM both days at the Glengarry Sports Palace.

PHOTO CREDIT - Jason McNamara

Alexandria - Aug. 09, 2011 - Alexandria’ infamous Sk8Fest is returning this year on August 12th and 13th for its eight edition. This year the event will feature 16 bands and a newly redesigned skatepark and an eS sponsored game of SKATE.

Doors open at 2:30 on Friday and at 11:30 on Saturday and the event will be running until 10 PM both days at the Glengarry Sports Palace (170 MacDonald Blvd. in Alexandria). A phenomenal lineup that will include a plethora of musical styles (From Punk, Heavy Alternative to Ska and Rap) will come together until 10PM both days.

Featured bands this year will include Slyde, Insurrection, Doll, The Superstitions, a Primitive evolution, EWA and many more. Beside the musical acts, this year will feature new ramps sponsored by Alexandria’s Raage Skateshop (organizer and corporate sponsor) and the Alexandria and District Chamber of Commerce. This is an event that has grown in popularity and is highly anticipated as an end of summer sk8 and youth gathering.

Entry to the event is only $12 for the entire day at the door. Presale tickets can be purchased only at the Alexandria branch of the Scotiabank until the day of the event for $15 for a two day pass or $10 a day).

For more information go to Sk8Fest.ca or find us on facebook at facebook.com/sk8fest or follow us on twitter @sk8fest

This year, the community is getting more involved with many sponsorships from local businesses. Proceeds from the event will go toward the next phase of the Alexandria Skate Park. For more information, please contact Alain at alain@sk8fest.com or 613-525-5422. Come out and enjoy a GREAT two days of skate and music all for a wonderful cause!

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