Experience the legacy of the world's oldest continually run surfing competition at the 64th Annual Coastal Edge East Coast Surfing Championships (ECSC). From August 23 to 30, 2026, the Virginia Beach Oceanfront transforms into a high-energy Surfing Carnival stretching from the 1st Street Jetty to 10th Street. While professional and amateur surfers from across the globe compete in WSL QS2000 and Pro/Am divisions, the festival has evolved into a massive celebration of beach culture.
Attendees can enjoy over 80 hours of excitement, including skate and BMX demos, cornhole and spikeball tournaments, live music, and the iconic Miss Coastal Edge ECSC pageant. Family-friendly highlights include the "Super Grom" surf contest for kids and an Adaptive Beach Day in partnership with Aid Another. Whether you're there for the world-class surfing or the toes-in-the-sand beer tents, ECSC offers a quintessential Virginia Beach experience.
For the full multi-day schedule, competition registration, and merchandise info, visit the official site here.
To watch the pro surfers catch waves from the best seat in the house—the water—book your private luxury charter with SeaEO Luxury Boat Charters.