6th Annual Turtle Bay Halloween Surf Off

The North Shore’s Halloween surf tradition returns October 31, as the 6th Annual Turtle Bay Halloween Surf Off takes over the lineup at The Ritz-Carlton Oahu, Turtle Bay. Presented by Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience, the event brings surfers of all ages and abilities together for a day where creativity in the water is just as important as performance, with competitors trading in traditional surf attire for their best Halloween costumes. A panel of celebrity judges will be on hand to call the action and award standout performances, with proceeds benefiting the Kahuku High School Surf Team.

Event Details: 

  • What: 6th Annual Turtle Bay Halloween Surf Off
  • Where: The Ritz Carlton Oahu, Turtle Bay
  • Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
  • Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Divisions:
  • Tandem Division (All Ages)
  • Goblin Division (Age 14 and under)
  • Open Division (Age 15+)

Prize Categories:

  • Division Champions (1st place in each division) – A combined score of costume creativity and surfing performance
  • Best Costume – For the most creative and festive outfit(s) : Individual & Matching (pair or group)
  • Best Surfing Performance (overall) – Show us your skills

Entry Info:

Spectators are welcome to watch the action, cheer on their favorites and enjoy an afternoon of Halloween fun on the North Shore.

Sponsor Info:

Businesses and individuals interested in supporting the Kahuku High School Surf Team can participate through sponsorships or donations. Sponsorship packages and forms are available at jobsurfexperience.com/Halloween, or by contacting Keely at [email protected].


October 31, 2026
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Ritz-Carlton Oʻahu Turtle Bay
57-091 Kamehameha Hwy.
Kahuku, HI 96731
Contact Name: Keely Bruns
Contact Email:
Contact Phone: 808-777-0932
Contact Organization: Jamie OʻBrien Surf Experience