This event is in the past.It took place on March 29, 2026 at Steamer Lane.




For 35 years, the world's best paddle surfers have descended on legendary Steamer Lane to battle it out in surf kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and waveskis. Whether you're cheering from the bluff or catching spray on the rail, this is three days of raw ocean athleticism at one of California's most iconic breaks.
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Santa Cruz Paddlefest
Santa Cruz




For 35 years, the world's best paddle surfers have descended on legendary Steamer Lane to battle it out in surf kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and waveskis. Whether you're cheering from the bluff or catching spray on the rail, this is three days of raw ocean athleticism at one of California's most iconic breaks.
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