11/06/2026
ππββοΈ SURFS UP & The countdown is on! πββοΈπ
As winter swells begin rolling into the Garden Route, the stage is set for one of South Africa's most iconic surfing events β the "Rip Curl Vic Bay Surf Pro 2026".
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19β21 June 2026
π Victoria Bay, George
Set beneath the dramatic cliffs and lush forested slopes of Vic Bay, this legendary right-hand point break will once again host the best surfers from across South Africa and beyond as they battle it out for valuable WSL ranking points, prize money and early-season momentum.
π₯ The event marks the official launch of the 2026/2027 World Surf League African Qualifying Series season, featuring:
π WSL QS 2,000 Men's & Women's Events
π WSL Pro Junior Competition
Victoria Bay is famous for its long, perfectly shaped right-hand walls, delivering the kind of waves surfers dream about and spectators love to watch. From the first take-off to the final manoeuvre, the bay's natural amphitheatre provides unrivalled viewing of the action. ππ
π The celebrations begin on 18 June, with the official Opening Function at "The Pottery, bringing together athletes, sponsors, partners, media and invited guests ahead of an unforgettable weekend.
More than just a surf contest, the Rip Curl Vic Bay Surf Pro is a celebration of surfing culture, community and coastal lifestyle. π€ Families, fans, future stars and seasoned professionals all come together to share in the energy of one of the most important events on the African surfing calendar.
π A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors and partners:
π Rip Curl South Africa
ποΈ George Municipality
π George Tourism
ποΈ Bilt International
π Sir Fruit
πΆοΈ Bliz Eyewear
π² Betify
π‘ HARCOURTS
π¨ The Royal St Andrews Hotel
π¨ The Pottery
βοΈ YETI
π Red Bull
π Three days.
π One iconic wave.
π The start of a new season.
See you at Vic Bay! π€