ECSC is North America's Oldest Running Surfing Competition and the second oldest continuously-run surfing contest in the world. More than 100 of the world's top professional surfers, male and female, and an estimated 300 amateur surfers will travel to Virginia Beach to "ride the curl" at the Oceanfront and compete for combined cash prizes of $15,000.

Held annually in Virginia Beach, Virginia since 1963, ECSC is more than just surfing. Dozens of people also take part in other competitions including skimboarding, volleyball, an oceanfront 5K run, a swimsuit competition and the extreme sport of skateboarding. Live bands perform for free on an oceanfront stage throughout the weekend. A cost is involved to participate in competitions, but all activities are free and open to the public.

Rip Curl Team Autograph session!

This year’s event kicks off from NOON to 4 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 21, when four of the world’s best surfers come into town for an oceanfront autograph session.  WRV welcomes members of Team Rip Curl, including the ASP world champion Mick Fanning from Australia, WCT veteran Taylor Knox, Pancho Sullivan, and three-time World Champion, Tom Curren.