Illustration of a costume contest scene (Spooktacular Surf Contest & Festival)
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Spooktacular Surf Contest & Festival

Flagler Avenue Beachfront Park hosts an annual Halloween surf competition and festival featuring heats beginning in the morning. Competitors across various age and skill divisions can participate, followed by a costume contest where entrants must surf a wave in costume to compete for cash prizes. Every registered athlete receives an event t-shirt, and all proceeds support local high school scholarships.

Sat, Oct 31, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

$33 for first division, $10 for additional divisions

Neighborhood

New Smyrna Beach

Location

Flagler Ave Boardwalk · Buenos Aires Street, New Smyrna Beach, FL Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (4/5)

Best For

Surfers, families, community event enthusiasts

Vibe

Festive, competitive, community-oriented

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Contestants planning to enter the costume contest must ride a wave in full costume to qualify for the cash prizes.
  • Register early to secure an event t-shirt, which is provided to all registered contestants.
  • Plan to arrive before the first heat begins at 8:30 AM to catch the start of the competition.
  • Wear comfortable footwear and sun protection for an outdoor day spent on the sandy beach.

Links & Contact

Run by Smyrna Surfari Club

Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the costume contest work?

The costume contest takes place after the final surf heat with adult and children's divisions, offering a $100 cash prize per division, but participants must surf a wave in their costume.

What does the event support?

All proceeds from the event benefit the local high school scholarship program.

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