News Release
WARSAW — Special events that are free to the community are planned for the opening day of Mantis Skate Park on Saturday, May 18.
The park, located at 400 Little League Drive in Warsaw, will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. that day. The timeline of events for opening day is:
- 10 a.m. — Gates open
- Noon — Jimmy John’s and goodie bags (for participants only), first-come, first-served
- Noon to 4 p.m. — Customizable mini skate decks
- 2-3:30 p.m. — Drawings and prizes
- 3:30 p.m. — Tony Hawk autographed picture giveaway
- 4 p.m. — Close
Mantis Skate Park is a fully supervised, family-friendly skate facility where all ages are welcome.
The park offers a Rhino Ramp system, thanks to support from the K21 Health Foundation. Skateboards, scooters and inline skates are welcome. Helmets are required at all times.
An annual waiver and emergency contact form must be on file in order to skate. Participants younger than age 18 must have a parent/guardian sign the forms. The forms are available on the park’s website: warsaw.in.gov/225/Mantis-Skate-Park or at the office. Participants are encouraged to complete the forms prior to arrival.
Gold level sponsorship is being provided by State Farm agent Linda Chastain and a bronze level sponsorship by Papa Johns.
