The highly anticipated amateur skateboarding contest Damn Am is getting ready to kick off its 2026 season in Southern California, with the first stop set for LVLUP Park in San Diego County from August 28 to 30.
Core heads will have the chance to compete throughout the weekend with a trip to Tampa Am on the line.
The top 20 skaters will earn a spot in the Saturday Qualifier at Tampa Am this October.
Registration is now open, so anyone looking to compete can sign up through DamnAm.com. With the first stop coming up later this month, San Diego is set to be the place to be for skaters looking to earn their way to Tampa.
Damn Am Posted:
"💥 The Damn Am is headed back out west for Stop #1 of 2026, taking over the world-class LVLUP Park in San Diego County, California, August 28–30 for a full weekend of heavy skating, good times, and a shot at Tampa Am.
Registration is live now at DamnAm.com. The top 20 skaters from the weekend will earn their spot in the Saturday Qualifier at Tampa Am this October.
If you’ve been waiting for your chance to punch your ticket to Tampa, this is where it starts.
📍 August 28–30
📍 San Diego County, California
🎟️ Registration open nowWho’s making the trip? 🏁 #DamnAm #SPoTTampa"