International Surfing Day

June 15, Saturday

World Surfing Day is celebrated annually on the third Saturday in June and is dedicated to all aspects of surfing: culture, ecology and the surfing community. This holiday was first established in 2005 and has since become a popular event that unites surfers, sea lovers and ecology enthusiasts around the world.

Goals of World Surfing Day
Promotion of surfing. The holiday serves to popularize surfing as a sport and a way of life. It is an opportunity to draw attention to surfing as an active recreation that can bring joy and satisfaction.

Environmental awareness. One of the main aspects of the holiday is to draw attention to environmental issues related to oceans and beaches. Surfers call for the protection of water resources and ecosystems.

Community and unity. World Surfing Day brings together people from different parts of the world, creating an atmosphere of unity and friendship among surfers and ocean lovers.

How to Celebrate International Surfing Day
Surfing Events: Around the world, there are competitions to showcase surfers’ skills, workshops for beginners, and beach parties where participants can share experiences and enjoy socializing.

Environmental Events: Many events include beach cleanups and environmental protection campaigns. Surfers and activists organize shoreline cleanups, encouraging people to care about the cleanliness of the oceans and the protection of marine life.

Social Media: On this day, many surfers and communities actively share photos and videos of their surfing adventures on social media, using hashtags such as #InternationalSurfingDay. This helps to create a global community united by a love of surfing and the ocean.

Family Events: Many events are family-oriented, combining surfing lessons with fun activities for children and parents.

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International Surfing Day in other years

2023 June 17, Saturday
2025 June 21, Saturday

International Surfing Day in other countries