WORLD SUP FESTIVAL COSTA BLANCA 2026

TEASER PRESENTATION WORLD SUP FESTIVAL 2026

WORLD SUP FESTIVAL COSTA BLANCA 2026

Santa Pola will open the 2026 circuit in one of the Mediterranean’s key locations for water sports. This town on the Costa Blanca combines a long maritime tradition with wide beaches, a seafront promenade, a privileged climate, and a natural setting shaped by the salt flats, the cape, and the proximity of Tabarca. Its bay and nautical areas make Santa Pola an ideal venue for competitive SUP, while also being a highly attractive destination to enjoy the sea, gastronomy, and nature. (Tourism of Spain)

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In addition, the festival will include several non-official and community races, expanding participation and the spirit of the event:

WORLD SUP FESTIVAL 2026 PROGRAM

THURSDAY, APRIL 23

Race bib collection and event opening

Sports Village

16:00 – 20:00 Official opening of the sports area
16:00 – 20:00 Competitor check-in

Leisure Village

16:00 – 18:00 Free beginner SUP classes

FRIDAY, APRIL 24

SUP Sprint Competition and Opening Ceremony

Sports Village

08:00 – 09:00 SUP Sprint check-in
09:00 – 09:30 SUP Sprint briefing
10:00 – 16:00 Sprint Race (all categories)
19:00 Opening Ceremony & Parade of Nations. Sprint Awards Ceremony

Leisure Village

10:00 – 20:00 Leisure & Expo Area
10:00 – 20:45 Marine Fair
11:00 – 13:00 Free beginner SUP classes / Inclusive SUP
11:00 & 17:30 Children’s workshops
19:30 Concert

SATURDAY, APRIL 25

SUP Long Distance and Prone Competition

Sports Village

07:30 – 08:30 Athletes boarding to Tabarca Island
10:30 Long Distance start (5.5 km)
11:30 Long Distance start (13.5 km)
15:00 U8 / U10 / U12 / U14 / Inflatable / Popular categories (Playa Varadero course)
18:30 Long Distance Awards Ceremony

Leisure Village

10:00 – 20:00 Leisure & Expo Area
16:30 – 21:00 Marine Fair
11:00 & 17:00 Children’s workshops
16:00 SUP Talk
19:30 Concert

SUNDAY, APRIL 26

SUP Technical and Friendship Paddle Competition

Sports Village

08:30 – 09:00 Technical Race briefing
09:00 – 09:30 Friendship paddle
09:30 – 15:30 Technical Race (all categories)
16:30 Team relays
17:30 Final Awards Ceremony & Official Event Closing

Leisure Village

10:00 – 19:00 Leisure & Expo Area
12:00 – 18:00 Marine Fair
11:00 & 17:00 Children’s workshops

Total Prize Money 2026: €17,000

€5,000 – SUP Sprint

€5,000 – SUP Technical Race

€5,000 – SUP Long Distance

€ 2.000 SUP Downwind Foil

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WSF OPENING PARADE

WSF BIB NUMBER DISTRIBUTION

WORLD SUP FESTIVAL COSTA BLANCA SATURDAY, MAY 17

WORLD SUP FESTIVAL COSTA BLANCA SUNDAY, MAY 18