New York State Yo-Yo Contest and International Yo-Yo Open August 8, 2008

The Annual New York State Yo-Yo Contest and International Yo-Yo Open brings the world's best yo-yo players to the Big Apple for a day of entertainment, education, and eye-popping yo-yo ability. This international yo-yo showdown will draw competitors from Brazil, Italy, France, Japan, and across the United States. In addition to watching head-spinning yo-yo tricks and the crowning of this year's New York State and International Open yo-yo champions, visitors can check out live music, DJs, breakdancers, jugglers, and spin-top and diabolo performers, and mini-contests and giveaways -- as well as try out the best in yo-yo equipment for beginners and experts.