BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 METHOD:PUBLISH CALSCALE:GREGORIAN PRODID:-//WordPress - MECv5.22.2//EN X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://spacecoastliving.com/ BEGIN:VEVENT UID:MEC-d442302d8232a5ec6636123be833984c@spacecoastliving.com DTSTART:20260405T090000Z DTEND:20260405T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260310T215100Z CREATED:20260310 LAST-MODIFIED:20260310 SUMMARY:14th Annual East Coast Dog Surfing Festival DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Brevard County’s most “paw-some” beach tradition! The Brevard Humane Society (BHS) is proud to present the 14th Annual East Coast Dog Surfing Festival, sponsored by Ron Jon Surf Shop. This premier coastal celebration returns to Lori Wilson Park (1500 N. Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach) on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.\nThe festival offers a unique opportunity for families and their four-legged friends to enjoy a day of sun, surf, and community impact. While Cocoa Beach typically restricts dogs on the sand, this event provides special beach access for participating pups for a small $5 donation (proof of vaccinations required).\nEvent Highlights Include:\n\n9:00 AM: Bunny Paddle Out – A festive Easter-themed start to the morning.\n10:00 AM: Doggy Easter Outfit Contest – Pups show off their best holiday finery.\n12:00 PM: East Coast Dog Surfing Championship – The main event where incredible surf dogs compete for top honors.\n1:30 PM: Doggy Bikini Contest – Beach-ready fashion for our furry friends.\nAll Day: Intro to Dog Surfing lessons, live music, local vendors, and over $500 in prizes.\n\n“Every splash at this festival supports the homeless animals in our care,” said Theresa Clifton, Executive Director of the Brevard Humane Society. “It’s a wonderful way for the community to come together, celebrate the human-animal bond, and help us continue our mission of finding forever homes for pets in need.”\nKick-Off Celebration:\nThe festivities begin early with a Pre-Event Party on Saturday, April 4th, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Cocoa Beach Fish Camp Grill. Attendees can meet the canine competitors, enjoy raffles, and gear up for the big surf competition.\n X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Get ready for Brevard County’s most “paw-some” beach tradition! The Brevard Humane Society (BHS) is proud to present the 14th Annual East Coast Dog Surfing Festival, sponsored by Ron Jon Surf Shop. This premier coastal celebration returns to Lori Wilson Park (1500 N. Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach) on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The festival offers a unique opportunity for families and their four-legged friends to enjoy a day of sun, surf, and community impact. While Cocoa Beach typically restricts dogs on the sand, this event provides special beach access for participating pups for a small $5 donation (proof of vaccinations required).

Event Highlights Include:

“Every splash at this festival supports the homeless animals in our care,” said Theresa Clifton, Executive Director of the Brevard Humane Society. “It’s a wonderful way for the community to come together, celebrate the human-animal bond, and help us continue our mission of finding forever homes for pets in need.”

Kick-Off Celebration:

The festivities begin early with a Pre-Event Party on Saturday, April 4th, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Cocoa Beach Fish Camp Grill. Attendees can meet the canine competitors, enjoy raffles, and gear up for the big surf competition.

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