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North Shore pro surf contests (winter season)

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The North Shore's winter contest season runs roughly October through March at Sunset Beach, Haleʻiwa and Pipeline. 2026-27 World Surf League dates: Sunset Pro Oct. 26 to Nov. 2, Haleʻiwa Pro Nov. 5 to 14, and Pipe Pro Jan. 29 to Feb. 8, 2027.

  • HTA Sunset Pro, Sunset Beach: Oct. 26 to Nov. 2, 2026.
  • HTA Haleʻiwa Pro, Haleʻiwa Aliʻi Beach Park: Nov. 5 to 14, 2026.
  • Billabong Pipe Pro, Pipeline (ʻEhukai Beach Park): Jan. 29 to Feb. 8, 2027 (Championship Tour).
  • Dates are holding periods; contests only run on days with good waves. Check the WSL app or site each morning.
  • Watching from the beach is free. Parking along Kamehameha Highway fills early; arrive early and park legally.
  • Many more local and amateur contests run all season; the North Shore Chamber of Commerce keeps a calendar.

Sources: Hawaii News Now: HTA Sunset Pro opens North Shore surf season · North Shore Chamber of Commerce: Surf contest calendar

Last checked Oct. 29, 2026. Hours, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.

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