NATIONAL SKATE CONTEST, RED BULL MIND THE GAP, DEBUTS IN DENVER FOR THE FIRST TIME ON JULY 21

July 11, 2023

WHAT: Red Bull is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated skate event, Red Bull Mind the Gap, debuting in Denver, CO on Friday, July 21st. This unique skateboarding competition will bring together the city’s best skateboarders for a street-style display of skill and creativity. Red Bull Mind the Gap is a flat gap competition and is run as a simple jam format with three judges choosing the best tricks over a 10-foot skate gap.

Red Bull Mind the Gap will feature a specially designed course, showcasing unique obstacles and daring gaps that will challenge the riders to push their limits. Skaters will be judged on their creativity, style, and ability to conquer the gaps, making it a true spectacle for both participants and spectators. The judging panel is composed of three leaders in the local skate community. Winners will receive cash prizes for first, second and third place.

For more information, please visit: https://www.redbull.com/us-en/events/red-bull-mind-the-gap-denver/

WHO: The competition is open to amateurs and professional skaters aged 17+ and is free to participate. Participants will receive tricks for cash through the multiple jam sessions and the best skaters of the day will compete for their spot in the finals to take home 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Spectators of all ages are encouraged to come out to the event.

WHEN: Friday, July 21, 2023

Last-Chance Registration: 5:00 PM MST

Competition Start Time: 6:00 PM MST

WHERE: Located in front of the Denver City Council on Bannock Street:

W Colfax Ave & Bannock St, Denver, CO

All Aboard With Red Bull: Adam Perkowski Bar Manager at Temple Nightclub

March 27, 2023

Adam Perkowski, one of the lucky few industry folks who got to enjoy a day at Winter Park courtesy of Red Bull (Photo Credit: Robert Castro)

Denver has some of the hardest working industry people in the world. From waiters and hostesses, to bartenders and more. A day off is an absolute luxury to some of these people. Luckily for them Red Bull treated a few lucky individuals to an all out amazing day off at Winter Park Resort. All Aboard consisted of an all expenses day on the slopes including a ride on the Winter Park Express to and from the resort. An all out day on the slopes with complimentary lunch and finally a post ski/snowboard Apres party with even more food and delicious cocktails to end their epic day. A perfect way to reward some of the city’s hardest working industry folks.

Perkowski boarding the Winter Park Express at Denver’s Union Station. (Photo Credit: Robert Castro)

One of the those lucky ones chosen was Adam Perkowski who is the bar manager at Temple Nightclub. We had a chance to catch up with Adam for a Q&A before he hit the slopes.

What’s your name and where are you from?

My name is Adam Perkowski and I Am from Denver, CO.

How long have you been bartending?

I’ve been bartending 7 years but currently I’ve been the bar manager of Temple Nightclub for the last 3 years.

What’s the funnest aspect of your job?

The funnest part of my job is the people. I love working in a place that brings all sorts of people together to have a fun night of dancing, letting go, and escaping reality for a little. Not to mention the music is fire.

Adam Perkowski (Photo Credit: Chayce Hay-Eldon)

What advice would you give to somebody starting off or wanting to become a bartender?

As far as advice I’d give anyone on doing anything is to really want it and show up with a positive attitude. Anyone can teach you a job, but no one can teach you the way you apply yourself to it.

What’s the craziest story you have encountered as a bartender?

Oh man this is a good one. I’ve seen an 85 year old woman take a body shot off of a hot bro for her birthday. I’ve seen someone sign their marriage certificate on our bar because that’s where they met. I’ve seen someone slowly roller skate towards a garage door to catch their balance only to face plant. The stories never stop and they’re usually full of fun and laughs.

What are looking forward to today?

Today I’m most looking forward to spending the day with a bunch of fam from the industry, having a fun day off together, getting to know each other better, and being a rowdy a** mess together. Thank you Red Bull for creating a fun event for all of us!

A fun day at Winter Park (Photo Credit: Robert Castro)

Red Bull Cascade, a New Freeski Contest, Announced for April 21st - 22nd in Winter Park, Colorado

March 27, 2023

Freeski aficionados rejoice.

Red Bull and freeski legend Bobby Brown are excited to announce the first Red Bull Cascade, a freeski competition designed to challenge every discipline of skier. The invitational will bring the world’s top skiers together to create their best top-to-bottom line on a unique course at Winter Park Ski Resort. One men’s and women’s athlete will be crowned the champion of Red Bull Cascade in a bracket-style contest.

“There’s a gap in today’s ski competitions, and athletes are getting creative to progress our sport forward,” said Red Bull athlete Bobby Brown. “After years of concepting this contest, I’m proud to bring this event to life, refresh the competition circuit and define the next chapter of freeski.”

From April 21st - April 22nd, the skiers will put together their best top-to-bottom run on a course designed by Bobby and a team of the world’s best park builders. The two-mile course will be held on Winter Park’s Vasquez Ridge incorporating natural elements alongside man made jumps, hips and rails. Overall, the course will challenge every discipline of skier, from Olympians to backcountry pros.

“Building this course on Winter Park Resort’s Vasquez Ridge is an ode to my home state of Colorado. Winter Park maintains a ‘rootsy’ feel that skiers gravitate towards, and there aren’t many places that we’d be able to build a course like this that incorporates such natural features,” said Brown.

A panel of judges will watch each run in real-time to determine the advancing athlete in a sudden elimination format. Only one male and one female athlete will come up on top of Red Bull Cascade.

· Thursday, April 20th: Practice Day | Wednesday is the first practice day, designed to be a jam session so that all athletes can test the features of the course and dial-in their line. Course closed to the public.

· Friday, April 21st: Men’s Round 1 | Thursday will begin the Men’s Bracket Round 1. About six athletes will move on to finals. Spectators are welcome to watch Round 1 from specific viewing areas.

· Saturday, April 22nd: Men’s and Women’s Finals Rounds | Saturday will see the remaining men’s and women’s athletes duel it out in semi and final rounds. One winner from each division will be crowned the winner at the Winter Park Ski Resort base village. Spectators are welcome to watch the final rounds from specific viewing areas.

To stay up to date on the latest Red Bull Cascade information, including confirmation of the official athlete list, venue details, and spectator info, follow @RedBullSnow and visit the event website here.

Global Break-Dancing Competition Returns to Mile High City: Red Bull BC One

May 9, 2022

Denver!!!!!! Break out your Adidas velours suits and Superstars for this amazing event coming to the Mile High City!

Global breaking competition Red Bull BC One returns to Denver after a seven-year hiatus for a qualifier at the iconic Sculpture Park at the Denver Performing Arts Complex on Saturday, May 28th. The Red Bull BC One Denver City Cypher event welcomes breakers of all levels from across the region to register and compete, in hopes of becoming the next global champion this November.

This open cypher will be hosted by Ivan the Urban Action Figure with DJ A-L spinning breakbeats. Break icons Neguin, ruleone.ilc and B-Girl Bonita will serve as judges. The top two B-Boys and top two B-Girls from the event will advance to the regional cypher quarterfinal taking place in Philly on July 23rd.

WHAT: Red Bull BC One City Cypher, Denver

WHEN: Saturday, May 28th