Optimist Skatepark Grand Opening – July 25 in Pocatello
The wait is over! Pocatello’s Optimist Skatepark Grand Opening is officially happening on Friday, July 25 2025 at 12:15 PM, located at 972 N. 7th Ave.
This brand-new public skatepark represents more than just a fresh slab of concrete. It’s the result of over a decade of community effort, vision, and local advocacy—due in part to “D’Beau” Darin Black of Deckadence Board Shoppe, who pushed for this project tirelessly, even taking the idea to Mayor Blad years ago.
🎶 Deckadence will be on-site running the sound system and DJing the event, keeping the energy up as the City of Pocatello leads the ribbon-cutting ceremony alongside “D’Beau” Darin Black (Deckadence), the Nichols family, and other community supporters. Skating kicks off immediately after.
🛹 A Unique Park Built for Our Town
This is the first bowl-style skate feature ever built in Pocatello, and it’s already earning attention. One standout feature is the Chevy Memorial Ledge, honoring a local skater and funded by the Nichols family. The “IDAHO” over-vert section and diamond grind coping were funded by the local nonprofit supporting this build, bringing a unique and authentic touch to the park. The design idea for the Idaho feature was contributed by D’Beau, made possible by community donations to the local nonprofit supporting this build.
“It’s not just concrete and coping—it’s the foundation of the next generation of skaters.”
— “D’Beau” Darin Black, Certified Skateboard Instructor & Owner of Deckadence
Optimist Skatepark is a public space, built to last and grow with our skate community. Let’s show the city we know how to treat it right and keep it solid for future riders.
🎓 Private Skateboard Lessons Now Available
Whether you’re just starting out or want to level up, Deckadence offers private one-on-one skateboard lessons, taught by the area’s only certified skateboard instructor. Lessons take place in our indoor training facility, and all gear is provided.
✅ We also accept Idaho Empowering Parents Grant funds.
📞 Call 208-220-6750 or click here to learn more.
📍 Grand Opening Event Details
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📅 Friday, July 25
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🕛 Ribbon Cutting at 12:15 PM
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📍 Optimist Skatepark – 972 N. 7th Ave (Ross Park)
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🎶 Music by Deckadence Board Shoppe
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🛹 Community Skating After Ceremony
This is a huge milestone for the Pocatello skate scene. Bring your board, bring your friends, and bring the hype. Let’s kick this off right—and help keep Optimist a space we can be proud of for years to come. 💪
Official City of Pocatello flyer promoting the Optimist Skatepark Grand Opening on July 25 at 12:15 PM.