Atlanta has many places to roll indoors or out in its popular multi-genre skating culture
Atlanta’s history of skating is embedded in the city’s cultural fabric, especially among Black families, where skating is often multi-generational. It’s not just a hobby but a lifestyle and a way to build community, as well as being a mood booster with great workout benefits.
In this feature, “City Lights” producer Jeannine Etter brings us more on skate culture in Atlanta, first starting with a little U.S. history.
Many places to enjoy metro Atlanta’s robust skating culture are listed below.
Cascade Skating Rink, Atlanta
Golden Glide, Decatur
Skate Towne, College Park
Skate Country, Buford
Sparkles, Smyrna
Stone Mountain Skates, Stone Mountain
Starlite Family Fun Center, McDonough
Roller Slay, Skating Class on Monday Nights Grant Park, Atlanta
Free Skate Night, Pullman Yards on Thursday Nights, Atlanta