Biarritz Surf Festival - Queen Classic

Queen Classic Surf Festival: Women's and Inclusive Surfing

The Queen Classic Surf Festival is more than just a surf competition: it's a cultural and sporting movement celebrating inclusion, diversity, and community on the legendary Côte des Basques in Biarritz. Every September, this free festival transforms the beach into a meeting place where surfing is celebrated in its feminine and plural forms.

Longboarding in the Spotlight

At the heart of the festival, the longboard competitions showcase a discipline where grace and technique blend perfectly. The best international female surfers gather on the waves of the Côte des Basques for spectacular surfing sessions, in an exceptional natural setting facing the Pyrenees.

An Inclusive and Committed Festival

The Queen Classic stands out for its commitment to inclusion. The festival welcomes all individuals, "regardless of their age, gender, or abilities," honoring both athletic performance and the spirit of camaraderie among surfers. The event notably hosted Sasha Jane Lowerson, the first transgender surfer to win a professional competition.

Beyond Surfing

The Queen Classic's program extends beyond sports with:

• Conferences and round tables on the place of women in surfing and board sports
• Art installations on the beach and surrounding areas
• Musical and cultural performances
• Kids' zones: surf initiations, educational programs, and family activities

A Legendary Setting

The Côte des Basques offers an exceptional natural setting for the festival. This iconic Biarritz beach, the cradle of European surfing, with its cliffs, consistent waves, and views of the Pyrenees, provides the perfect backdrop for celebrating surf culture in all its diversity.