Get ready for one of the most exciting surfing events of the year as the Gold Coast Open returns to Burleigh Heads from February 14-16, 2025. This highly anticipated competition will showcase world-class surfing, live entertainment, and an electric atmosphere at one of Queensland’s most iconic surf breaks.
What to Expect
- World-Class Surfing Action
- The Australia/Oceania WSL Qualifying Series (QS 1000) returns, giving surfers the chance to earn points toward the 2026 WSL Challenger Series.
- The Longboard QS (LQS) is back, offering a key opportunity for surfers to qualify for the Longboard World Tour.
- Watch top competitors like Kyuss King, Dane Henry, Ziggy Mackenzie, Declan Wyton, and Tully White battle it out.
- Exciting Atmosphere & Activities
- Live music
- Sunrise yoga sessions
- Skate clinics & pro demos
- Beach bar & food trucks
- Family-friendly entertainment
- A Legendary Surfing Legacy
- Past champions include Mick Fanning, Julian Wilson, Isabella Nichols, Sally Fitzgibbons, Taj Burrow, and Owen Wright.
Event Details
📍 Location: Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast, QLD
📅 Dates: February 14-16, 2025
💰 Prize Pool: $30,000
🚗 Getting There:
- Public Transport: Plan your trip using Translink’s journey planner.
- Parking: Limited metered parking available. Use the EasyPark app for hassle-free payment.
Facilities
✔️ Bar & Café
✔️ Carpark
✔️ Family-Friendly Amenities
✔️ Pet-Friendly (Enquire)
✔️ Public Toilets
✔️ Accessible for People with Special Needs
This unmissable event is proudly supported by the WSL, Tourism and Events Queensland, and Experience Gold Coast, along with major partners like Suzuki Queensland, Travla, Dritimes, QMS, We Are Feel Good Inc, Ancestral Nutrition, and the Queensland Government.
🌊 Join us for three days of epic surf, music, food, and fun at Burleigh Heads!
