Kings of Freestyle set to take Nelson’s throne

Local action sports fans are in for a treat in 2025 as some of the most exciting athletes in the world touch down in Nelson.

The Freestyle Kings Live event features death-defying stunts as some of the best international freestyle motocross and BMX riders soar through the skies of Trafalgar Park on 2 February.

Lauded as the greatest show of stunts on two wheels, the global tour features double back flips, front flips, crashes and multiple world-first tricks.

The tour will be headlined by international riders Ronnie Mac, from the US, Hollywood stuntman Robbie Maddison, and FMX World Champions Rob Adelberg and Pat Bowden.

Not content on bringing the best talent from Australia and America, the Freestyle Kings tour will also have a Kiwi flavour, with BMX rider Ellie “The Flying Kiwi” Chew from the Kapiti Coast also in the mix.

“I’ve been lucky, my BMX has taken me all over the world over the past five years, but there is no better crowd to perform in front of than a home crowd,” she says.

“Kiwis are crazy for BMX and FMX, and they haven’t had a chance to see an international touring act since our last tour. Freestyle Kings is coming in hot.”

Known in the shows for her bright pink outfits, the 29-year-old says Freestyle Kings is a two-hour, non-stop night of thrills and spills for the whole family.

“We will sell you the whole seat, but you only need the edge,” she says.

Trafalgar Park manager Mark Mekalick is excited to be welcoming the high-octane performance to Nelson.

“We are normally known for hosting international and national rugby players on the turf at Trafalgar Park but look forward to welcoming a different type of athlete.

“Seeing X Games-winning athletes performing their stunts and tricks at our venue is something that we are looking forward to sharing with the community.”

Freestyle Kings will perform in Dunedin, Christchurch and Nelson before heading north.

General sale tickets are now available and can be purchased through Ticketek.