Feeling extra-extreme for the weekend? What to expect from Urban Sports FISE Xperience - Wolverhampton's newest sporting event
Wolverhampton's Market Square is undergoing an extreme makeover as they prepare to host three days worth of equally extreme events.
In just under a week, Wolverhampton's Market Square will be transformed to welcome over around 15,000 visitors to the anticipated Urban Sports FISE Xperience, due to take place on Friday.
The three-day event will see three growing sports take to the city, with sports champions from around the world attending to have their shot at taking home the gold.
Leading up to the event, workers can be seen carrying out preparations for the event, installing lighting, seating and stalls.
To help you have the most X-treme day at this free-to-attend event, we have compiled a comprehensive list of everything to need on the day.
What even is the FISA Xperience?
First things first, the FISE Xperience is an alternative sports event that brings together athletes from BX Freestyle, Skateboarding, Mountain Bike, Freestyle Roller, Parkour and many more sports that are considered niche.
The group organise events for more than 2,700 amateur and professional athletes from around 40 countries all around the world, hosted by emblematic cities.
The event has previously been hosted in Saudi Arabia, Japan, Canada, France, Hungary and soon, the UK's very own Wolverhampton.
When is it?
The event will be held over three days, with each day featuring a mix of different sports and age groups and abilities ranging from junior, amateur and professional.
This year's events start at 9am on Friday, September 13 to Saturday, September 14, and from 10am on Sunday, September 15.
The events will last until 7pm, with Sunday's events finishing earlier at 5pm.
Each day will feature a mixed range of sports and age groups, so it's best to check ahead to see what you want to see.
What sports can I watch?
There will be three sports represented at this year's event, Freestyle BMX, Freestyle Scooter, and Breaking (Break-Dancing).
Friday will be reserved for BMX Freestyle, while Saturday and Sunday will feature a mix of BMX, Scooter and Breaking.
A full agenda of events to watch is featured on the FISA World Series website noted below.
How much are tickets?
Tickets to this extreme event are extremely cheap, that's to say they are free.
The three days' worth of events are completely free to see, with everyone invited to attend and cheer on your favourite sports star.
The day will also feature a range of activities to help set a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, all of which have been organised by the group's partner organisations.
How can I travel in?
With Wolverhampton being the beautiful central hub that it is, there are plenty of options for public transport.
The event is only an 11-minute walk from Wolverhampton Bus Station and a 15-minute walk from Wolverhampton Train Station.
The nearby bus stops on Salop Street, Darlaston Street and Peel Street also offer a great alternative to walking for those with any form of disability.
Can I enter?
If you're more of a doer instead of a watcher, then you're in luck.
Rider registration is open until Thursday on the group's website, with riders also able to enter the tournament directly on-site.
If you do enter, good luck!
Will there be refreshments?
A number of refreshment stalls will be made available at the event, including food and drink.
However, if you're in for something more grandiose, why not pop into Wolverhampton and visit one of the many restaurants, cafes and eateries?
The Wulfrun Shopping Centre has dozens of food sellers and the high street is filled with restaurants to sate anyone's tastes.
So there you have it, that's everything you need to know about this years FISE Xperience event taking place in Wolverhampton.
For more information, including rider details, event times and rider registration, visit the FISE website.