KUCHING – The North Kuching City Hall (DBKU) has announced that the DBKU International X-Games 2026 will return this April on a significantly larger scale.
Scheduled to take place from 8 to 12 April 2026, the third edition of this high-octane event will transform the iconic Kuching Waterfront into a hub for global extreme sports enthusiasts.
This year’s competition marks a major expansion of the franchise, following successful outings in 2024 and 2025. In a strategic move to elevate the event’s prestige, DBKU is partnering with the Canroll Pro Urban Sports Festival.
The initiative is supported by a multi-agency collaboration involving the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing Arts, the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, and the Canard Group.
Organisers anticipate a turnout of over 200 elite athletes from both domestic and international circuits. Competitors are expected to fly in from nations including France, South Africa, Brunei, Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand.
To ensure inclusivity and talent development, the games will be split into two primary divisions: a Junior category for those under 15 and an Open category for seasoned professionals.
The 2026 line-up features a diverse array of disciplines. Spectators can look forward to aggressive rollerblading, BMX flatland, BMX stunts, and skateboarding.
Beyond land-based sports, the festival will incorporate jet ski water sports, street basketball, and pickleball, reflecting the growing popularity of diverse urban athletics.
During a press conference held on Tuesday, Datuk Sri Haji Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, the Minister of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing Arts, joined Dato Haji Hilmy bin Haji Othman, the Mayor of Kuching North, to detail the event’s objectives.
They were accompanied by senior officials, including Encik Morshidi Fedrick, Encik Dzulkornain Masron, Encik Faisal bin Adenan, and Encik Nik bin Suhaili of Canroll Media Sdn Bhd.
In addition to the main competitive brackets, the event will offer educational opportunities for the public. Specialised workshops for skateboarding and rollerblading will be conducted, aimed at teaching basic techniques to local youth and fostering a new generation of athletes.
DBKU aims for the International X-Games to do more than just entertain. By hosting international athletes and providing a platform for local talent, the event is designed to promote a healthier lifestyle and solidify Kuching’s reputation as a progressive, youth-friendly city.
The integration of high-level competition with community-driven workshops is expected to ignite a passion for urban sports across the region.
