Boardmasters Festival in Cornwall

From 5-9 August 2026, along the cliff path from Watergate Bay, you'll find the UK's biggest surf and music festival.

Boardmasters is back for 2026 and bigger than ever.

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The festival first started as a surf competition in 1981, and with Newquay being home to some of the UK's best waves, the tradition has carried on through the years. You can find all surf events happening over on Fistral beach.

A shuttle will be running from Watergate Bay to Fistral, so those visiting the main festival, can head over from the campsite to take part in everything going on.

Everyone is welcome to watch the pro's battle it out to win the Boardmasters trophy and to soak up the good vibes. All competitions are free for spectators to watch. 

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Competition categories

The Quicksilver Open
The Roxy Open
Men's Longboard pro
Women's Longboard pro

Tickets are still available from the Boardmasters website, including day tickets and camping. But act fast, tickets are selling out by the day.

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Sunset supper club

Jul 22

Gather over a long table on the beach for a wood-fired feast.

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Snug session: Chocolarder

Jul 22

4-6pm, The Living Space snug. A tasting with small batch chocolatiers, Falmouth-born Chocolarder. Learn about their uncompromising ethics, and wild harvested ingredients. Non residents welcome.

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Live music: Leonore Francess May

Jul 23

7-9pm, The Living Space. Settle in to the soulful sounds of singer songwriter Leonore Francess May with a drink in hand and ocean views beyond. Non-residents welcome.

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Summer Social

Jul 25

Hit the sand for a free to attend summer social silent disco from 5-7pm. Dance to the beat of the waves, sip sundowners and fill up on local street food as the light dances on the ocean.

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Snug session: Loveday Distillery

Jul 29

4-6pm, The Living Space snug. Join Daisy Hillier, co-founder of Loveday Distilling, for a gin tasting and discover more about their approach to hand-distilling and locally foraged botanicals. Non residents welcome.

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Live music: Joe Hurworth

Jul 30

7-9pm, The Living Space. Newquay's Joe Hurworth brings his smooth, acoustic soul style to the Bay. Grab a seat, order a drink, and soak up the sounds and views. Non residents welcome.

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