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East Coast Dog Surfing Festival
2026-04-15 - 2026-05-15 | Cocoa Beach, Cocoa Beach, FL, United States
Every Easter, for over a decade now, Cocoa Beach hosts an annual dog surfing competition showcasing dogs’ skills and costumes. The event is organized by the Brevard Humane Society and is free to attend as a spectator. It offers dog lessons, live music, and vendors for attendees to enjoy, and raises awareness for animal welfare.
Visit the event website below for exact dates and location.

Hang 8 Dog Surfing Extravaganza
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-31 | Flagler Beach, Flagler Beach, FL, United States
The Hang 8 Dog Surfing Extravaganza, held in May, is a family-friendly event that features a dog surfing competition, costume contest, and open surf sessions. The event supports K9s for Warriors, a charity providing service dogs to Veterans, the Flagler Humane Society, and S.M.A.R.T. of Flagler County. It is free to attend as a spectator and has been growing significantly since its inception in 2022, attracting more dog surfers, vendors, and spectators every year!
Visit the event’s Facebook page below for exact dates and location.

Pups & SUPs Dog Surfing Classic
2026-08-01 - 2026-08-31 | St. Augustine, St. Augustine, FL, United States
Every August, the St. Augustine area hosts a unique dog surfing competition at the Guy Harvey Resort. The event, free to attend as a spectator, invites dogs of all skill levels to ride waves or glide on paddle boards. It also features dog surfing lessons, a pet fashion show, and a dog kissing booth. The event is a fundraiser for the K9s for Warriors charity, the nation’s largest provider of service dogs for PTSD. Jeep enthusiasts can also attend and compete for the title of “Most Patriotic Jeep.”
Visit the event’s website below for exact dates and location.
