In celebration of International Surfing Day, outdoor apparel brand Patagonia is partnering with the environmental nonprofit Surfrider Foundation to host a community event on Friday, June 20, at the Patagonia Wetsuit Forge in Ventura, California.
Running from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., the afternoon gathering will feature a series of ocean-friendly and community-focused activities, including free wetsuit repairs, a surfboard swap, live music, food vendors, and a ping pong tournament. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in giveaways and connect with fellow surf enthusiasts.
The event is part of a broader global celebration of International Surfing Day (ISD), officially observed on Saturday, June 21. Created by the Surfrider Foundation in 2005, ISD is both a celebration of surf culture and a call to protect the world’s oceans, waves, and beaches. Now in its 21st year, the initiative has grown into Surfrider’s largest international activation, with more than 150 events taking place across the globe in 2024—from Argentina to Australia and throughout the United States.
“This is more than just a party,” organizers said. “It’s a way to bring the surf community together, promote sustainability, and recognize the importance of protecting the coastlines we love.”
Event Details
Location: Patagonia Wetsuit Forge, 188 W Santa Clara St., Ventura, CA
Date & Time: Friday, June 20, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Activities Include:
Free wetsuit repairs (one per person; suits must be clean, dry, and from any brand)
Surfboard swap
Food for purchase
Live music
Ping pong tournament
Giveaways
Patagonia ambassador and surfer Kyle Thiermann, pictured in a file photo by Ryan Craig, is among those expected to attend the event.
The day aims to strengthen the local surf community while spotlighting efforts to preserve coastal environments—an ethos both Patagonia and Surfrider have long championed.
For more information about International Surfing Day and upcoming events, visit surfrider website.
