BAHIA DE BANDERAS
EVENTS
Bahía de Banderas hosts some of the most important surfing and stand-up paddle events in Mexico, bringing together national and international athletes and strengthening the region's reputation as a leading destination for surfing and sports tourism.
MAIN EVENTS
Sayulita Longboard Contest
Held every year in December, this event celebrates the classic spirit of longboarding and the local surfing community.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DA86NAJSMC8/?igsh=b2ZrbTdiOHh5Yndq
Starboard Sayulita SUP Open
An international event dedicated to stand-up paddleboarding, attracting competitors from around the world and promoting the sport and coastal sustainability.
https://www.instagram.com/sayulita_supopen?igsh=NjB6dW80bmR3dnRy
“Día de Muertos” Surf Tournament
Created in 2024, it combines surfing with the Mexican tradition of Día de Muertos, offering prizes of up to USD 5,000 and highlighting the integration between culture, sport and tourism.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAcrxlju0eY/?igsh=MTAyYzR4aHV0ejBvNA%3D%3D
State Surf Circuit – Nayarit
A competition that takes place throughout the year, aimed at young talents and state teams, reinforcing the sporting development of the region.
https://www.instagram.com/asenayarit
Festival del Viento
Held annually in May, this festival brings together different aquatic sports, celebrating the wind, the sea, and the sporting spirit of Bahía de Banderas.
https://www.festivaldelviento.com/
