MONSTER ENERGY X EMPIRE PARTNERSHIP
As you might know, Monster Energy and Empire have been collaborating on many historic skateboarding and snowboarding events over the years.
To celebrate this partnership, we’re highlighting key events, standout riders and memorable moments from our history together. From milestones that brought us closer to the stories that continue to inspire us, we’re looking back at the experiences that have shaped our partnership and our shared passion for riding.
2012
In 2007, Montreal skater Eric Mercier and Vans had a simple idea: a ramp contest built like a backyard bowl party. Music, skaters from around the world and funky ramps made every edition a party. Here’s how it all started.
2013
BYP Skate was a hit, so the next step was snowboarding. Vans, Empire and Monster Energy turned urban spots into real backyard setups, keeping the same laid-back vibe. Here’s how it went down.
2015
December 5, 2015: Saint-Denis Street became an alpine village, as 60 of North America’s top snowboarders competed for $15,000 in front of 18,000+ fans. Relive one of Montreal’s wildest nights on snow.
2016
Am Getting Paid 2016 was one for the books. The lineup was stacked with skaters from all over the world, including Jamie Foy, Zion Wright, Enzo Cautela, Jon Cos, Alex Midler, Chase Webb, Tyson Bowerbank and Jake Ilardi. Looking back, it’s wild to see how many of those finalists went on to turn pro. Here’s a look back at the contest that showed the future of skateboarding early.
2019
Formerly Am Getting Paid, the 2019 Empire Open was one of the first Canadian street contests in the Olympic qualification process, with pros and ams competing together in both the women’s and men’s divisions. Relive a historic weekend.
2020
Presented by Monster Energy, Burton and Swatch, in collaboration with Oakley and Volcom, the Empire Games 2020 was a wild ride. The first stop hit Stoneham on February 15, and the second landed in Bromont on March 7, just days before the world shut down. At least we went into the pandemic with some great memories. Here’s a look back at both stops.
2023
The Empire Games 2023 kept the two-stop format. The season opened at the classic first stop in Stoneham, QC, on January 28, then headed north for stop number two. On March 18, the Games landed at Mont Blanc for the first time in their history. Here’s a look back at both stops.