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The Turf skatepark rededicated in Greenfield
In its heyday in the 1980s, The Turf was iconic – even featured in a cult classic video.
GREENFIELD, Wis. - A re-dedication ceremony was held for The Turf – an iconic skatepark in Greenfield, on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
The backstory:
For skaters of a certain age, this was Milwaukee’s Mecca – The Turf Skatepark in Greenfield. In its heyday in the 1980s, The Turf was iconic – even featured in a cult classic video.
But as trends changed and interest shifted to street-style skating, the fate of The Turf was seemingly sealed.
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Rededication of The Turf Skatepark
For skaters of a certain age, this was Milwaukee’s Mecca – The Turf Skatepark in Greenfield.
In 2019, the city bought the land from the Department of Transportation for $1, under the condition it would become a public park.
Rebirth of The Turf Skatepark in Greenfield; 'certain aura to the place'
Ahead of a benefit concert on Saturday, June 15, FOX6 News explores the past, present and future of The Turf – an iconic skatepark in Greenfield.
In February 2024, the Greenfield Common Council approved $2 million. They will restore the original five bowls, build an even bigger sixth bowl and add a new street course.
The Source: FOX6 went to the rededication ceremony and has previously reported on the project.