OILDALE, Calif. (KERO) — A free skateboarding festival aims to change perceptions about the sport while bringing the Bakersfield community together this Saturday at North Beardsley Skate Park.

The Bakersfield Skate Fest, organized by She Mogul Media and radio station Precious 95.7, runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and promises a family-friendly event featuring music, food vendors, activities and art projects.

"We've put together an event that celebrates skateboarding. My big priority for this event is to destigmatize skateboarding and promote it as a healthy outlet for youth and adults as well," Andrew Idell said.

Idell, who works with Precious 95.7, says the event will include smaller competitions throughout the day, culminating in a major contest with a $1,000 prize for the best skateboard

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