Lauridsen Skatepark
Lauridsen Skatepark is an extreme sports venue in Des Moines used for Dew Tour, skateboarding, and action-sports events.…Lauridsen Skatepark is an extreme sports venue in Des Moines used for Dew Tour, skateboarding, and action-sports events. This FanProof guide focuses on participant-versus-spectator access, waiver or skill requirements, weather, protective equipment, viewing zones, and schedule changes. Read moreRead less
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Reviewed 10.4.26
- Parking
- Official parking & directions (opens in a new tab)The Lauridsen Skatepark lot is at 1111 Illinois Street, on the former Riverwalk Dog Park site. Its gates close automatically when the park closes at 10:30 p.m.
- Exact location
- 901 2nd Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309Open directions (opens in a new tab)
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- Venue typeExtreme Sports
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901 2nd Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
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- Lauridsen Skatepark is normally free to the public, but special events and clinics may charge admission or participation fees. Check the event listing before assuming everyday access applies.
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- The Lauridsen Skatepark lot is at 1111 Illinois Street, on the former Riverwalk Dog Park site. Its gates close automatically when the park closes at 10:30 p.m.
- Best option
- Skatepark lot at 1111 Illinois Street
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- ✓Seeing Dew Tour, skateboarding, and action-sports events at Lauridsen Skatepark
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