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Southside is the only indoor skatepark in Houston and the oldest skatepark in Texas.

Over the years every single Pro and many Ams have passed through their doors. With a deep, devoted love of skateboarding, Southside's goal is to remain open forever to give skateboarders a place to commune and enjoy an indoor environment free of mother natures wrath.

Slowly but surely their interior is becoming more natural and street-oriented which is driving an ever increasing frequency of skateboarders making the pilgrimage to skate within their walls. They boast the largest hardgoods selection in the state with more than 500 decks on hand and ready to rip at any one time. They host various contests and events throughout the year.

Southside's largest summertime contests are the 'Young Guns' and 'Southside Showdown' which take place every year in July. They also raise money for the Texas Make a Wish Foundation through the Johnny Ramano Skate Jam (formerly Texas Skate Jam) which has been onging since 1996.