Experience South Africa’s longest-running professional surfing event when the Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill returns to Willard Beach from 4 to 18 July 2026.
Celebrating its 57th edition under the theme Wave of Unity, the festival combines world-class surfing with an action-packed programme of live music, sport, family entertainment, beach activities, food, markets and cultural experiences.
Highlights include the Surf & Turf Pros Tag Team, the Ballito Skate Comp, SeaHer Women’s Surf Activation, free beachfront music concerts, Corona Sunset Sessions, FIFA World Cup fan zones, beach sports, yoga and Pilates, local art showcases, environmental initiatives and a vibrant retail village.
The Ballito Pro takes place from 4 to 18 July 2026 at Willard Beach, Ballito, KwaDukuza on the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast. Most festival activities are free to attend, with selected events taking place at additional venues around Ballito and KwaDukuza.
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