Most of us would never suspect that the Fallbrook region of San Diego County has deep roots in skateboarding history, but in the late ’80s and early ’90s, skate photos from this region graced the covers and of the world’s leading skateboard publications.

This vibrant history and its iconic images will be celebrated in a fundraising art show, curated by renowned photographers Grant Brittain (who grew up in Fallbrook) and Dave Swift (founder of The Skateboard Mag) and will feature legendary photos of Tony Hawk, Jamie Thomas, Mike McGill, Chris Miller, Mark Gonzales, Jason Jesse, and others.

Fallbrook Skatepark Inc., a 501c3 non-profit organization will host a ticketed VIP opening reception, with proceeds going to benefit the construction of the Avocado Bowl, a “skateable art” project being built downtown in a portion of Jackie Heyneman Park.

You will have the opportunity to be the first to view and purchase a piece of skateboarding’s history. Tickets include admission, beer sampling of Fallbrook Brewing Company’s finest creams, IPA’s, stouts, and fare from Oink and Moo Burgers & BBQ as well as Vince’s Pizza, VIP goody bags, raffles, and you never know what legendary skater will be in attendance!

If you miss the opening reception, you can still support getting a safe place to skateboard in town and see what makes skateboarding special in Fallbrook by stopping by over the weekend and having a brew or two. The Brewery will donate 20% of beer sales to the Avocado Bowl “Skateable Art” project over that weekend and the art will be on display until late May.