What to Look Forward to at the 2026 Noosa Festival of Surfing
The world’s largest and most beloved surfing celebration is set to return to Laguna Bay in March 2026 (13-22 March) and this year, the Noosa Festival of Surfing is promising more stoke, culture and connection than ever before. Whether you’re a competitor, spectator, family member, music lover or beach bar regular, the 2026 program is shaping up to be memorable.
World’s Best Longboarders
From the get go we are pleased to announce the Noosa Longboard Pro will return in 2026. This WSL sanctioned division will give Australasian surfers the chance to qualify for the World Longboard Tour. As well as see a bunch of talented international surfers compete for their share in a $10,000 prize pool. Traditional favourites will also be part of the Festival schedule including the prestigious Old Mal. Our biggest division, The Logger Pro which see’s over 110 competitors across the Mens and Womens draws is expected to be feircly contested yet again in what we hope is pumping First Point. The promising Juniors will line up again and give us a chance to see whats coming for future years. And who could forget the over age divisions. A stacked draw of former champions as well as current Australian champions for their respective age brackets. First Point Magic
There’s nowhere like First Point. With long peeling waves, a natural amphitheatre and golden sunrises over the bay, it remains the heart of the event. Competitors and spectators alike gather along the shoreline from dawn, and the energy builds throughout the day as heat after heat rolls through pristine Noosa waves.
The Iconic Noosa Beach Bar
The Beach Bar is once again the social hub of the festival. Serving up cold drinks, incredible sunsets and live music every afternoon and evening. With a massive 5x2m screen broadcasting live surf during the day and live music by night. Our carefully curated entertainment program won’t let you down. We have a few tricks up our sleeve for 2026, you won’t want to miss out! The Beach Bar will once again be the talk of the town and an experience you don’t want to miss out on.
Surf Culture & Community
Beyond the competition, the festival is a celebration of surf lifestyle and culture. Once again our Surfers Village located at First Point will feature our surf and sustainability focussed brands partners. Custom apparel, art, board demos and workshops are a key focus in this area and one we look forward to sharing with you. Enjoy yoga sessions at sunrise, meet filmmakers and shapers, and take part in environmental and wellness activations that celebrate coastal life and healthy living.
Events Beyond the Beach
Keep an eye out for off-site events across Hastings Street, the Junction and Noosaville — including brand activations, film nights, parties, charity initiatives and environment initiatives. The festival extends well beyond the judges tower, celebrating Noosa’s community and culture across the region.
Dog’s on Surfboards! YES – Dog’s surfing on surfboards…
There is fewer experiences in the world where you can experience the joy of watching our furry friends tackle the waves of Noosa. Now into its 14th year, the VetShopAustralia Surfing Dog’s have certainly garnered a reputation and huge popularity. Taking place on the first Saturday of the Noosa Festival of Surfing every year. The Surfing Dogs spectacular is a site to behold.
Leaving no trace and then some!
With the gold standard tick of approval from our peers, the Noosa Festival of Surfing aims to become a carbon nuetral event for the third time in 2026. Keeping a close eye on every goal including energy, waste and water we plan on minimising our impact little by little every year chasing perfection.
