San Clemente Ocean Festival
When is San Clemente Ocean Festival?
San Clemente Ocean Festival takes place on Saturday, July 18, 2026 in San Clemente, CA.
What distances does San Clemente Ocean Festival offer?
San Clemente Ocean Festival offers 10 events: One Mile Ocean Swim - Sunday, 5K Beach Run - Sunday, Dolphin Dash - Saturday, Beach Events - 5K Beach Run, Biathlon, One Mile Ocean Swim, Run-Swim-Run, Paddle Events, Splash & Dash Relay - (All Events) - Sunday, Grom's Rule Surf Contest - Sunday, Paddle Events - Open Ocean Paddle (SUP, Prone, Kayak), SUP Surf Sprint (Includes All Beach Events) - Sunday, Grom's Rule Surf Contest - 7 & under "Push-in Division" - Sunday, International Lifeguard Competition - (All Events) - Saturday, Surf Contest - Pier Bowl Classic, Jr. Lifeguard Competition - (All Events) - Saturday.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Mile Ocean Swim - Sunday | 1.0 mi | $40.00 | Register |
| 5K Beach Run - Sunday | 5.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| Dolphin Dash - Saturday | — | $30.00 | Register |
| Beach Events - 5K Beach Run, Biathlon, One Mile Ocean Swim, Run-Swim-Run, Paddle Events, Splash & Dash Relay - (All Events) - Sunday | — | $60.00 | Register |
| Grom's Rule Surf Contest - Sunday | — | $70.00 | Register |
| Paddle Events - Open Ocean Paddle (SUP, Prone, Kayak), SUP Surf Sprint (Includes All Beach Events) - Sunday | — | $60.00 | Register |
| Grom's Rule Surf Contest - 7 & under "Push-in Division" - Sunday 12 spots left | — | $60.00 | Register |
| International Lifeguard Competition - (All Events) - Saturday | — | $70.00 | Register |
| Surf Contest - Pier Bowl Classic | — | $50.00 | Register |
| Jr. Lifeguard Competition - (All Events) - Saturday | — | $35.00 | Register |
How much does San Clemente Ocean Festival cost?
Registration for San Clemente Ocean Festival starts at $30.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is San Clemente Ocean Festival held?
San Clemente Ocean Festival is held in San Clemente, CA at San Clemente Pier.
About San Clemente Ocean Festival
San Clemente Ocean Festival is a volunteer organization, dedicated to the promotion and support of ocean safety, the environment and the community by providing a quality athletic venue and enjoyable family event. The San Clemente Ocean Festival utilizes a a "One Fee - All Events Entry". Participants pay one fee and are entitled to enter any of the events listed for that entry. Entry includes commemorative SCOF tee, SCOF swim cap and competitors kit.
Saturday July 19
International Lifeguard Competition (All Events) - includes Surf Race, Rescue Relay, Surf Ski Race, International Ironman, NDA Dory Races #1 & #2, Paddleboard Rescue Relay, Paddleboard Sprint, Landline Rescue Relay.
Junior Lifeguard Competition (All Events) - includes Beach Flags, Surf Race, Run-Swim-Run, Paddleboard Race
Separate Saturday entry events - Dolphin Dash, Grom's Rule "Push-in" Surf Contest (7 & under)
Sunday July 20
Beach Events (All Events) - includes 5K Beach Run, Biathlon (Swim 1K, Run 5K), Open Ocean Paddle, One Mile Ocean Swim, Run-Swim-Run, SUP Sprint, Splash & Dash Relay
Separate Sunday entry events - 5K Beach Run, Grom's Rule Surf Contest, Bodysurfing Invitational
*Please note that online registration for the Grom's Rule Surf Contest has now concluded, but on-site/walk-up registration is accepted on the day of the event (as space allows - we do anticipate a sell-out event).