Margaret River Pro
Experience world-class surfing at the Margaret River Pro, where the world’s best male and female surfers battle it out in the raw, powerful waves of Surfers Point—one of Australia’s most iconic surf breaks.
As part of the prestigious World Surf League (WSL) World Championship Tour (WCT), this thrilling event is one of only two Australian stops on the global circuit. With high-stakes competition and breathtaking coastal scenery, it’s a must-see moment on the surf calendar.
This year, the Margaret River Pro takes on even greater significance as the crucial mid-season decider, where only the top contenders will survive to chase the championship title. Don’t miss the action—epic waves, elite talent, and an electric atmosphere await!
Dates
17 – 27 April 2026
Times
Each morning, the WSL decides when to run the event, based on the forecast and live surf conditions. To check if the event is ‘on’, ‘off’ or ‘on hold’ go to Instagram @wsl or sign up for updates through the WSL app. The surfing action will take place between 7.00am – 5.00pm during ‘on’ days and entry is free to all attendees.
Notes
Spectators can watch all the action live and free at Surfers Point, with the bulk of the competition taking place on Main Break and The Box.
Spectator Information
Click on the ‘Visitor Info’ tab below
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Event Socials
Information
Plan your visit to the Margaret River Pro
Location
Surfers Point Road, Prevelly WA
Notes
- Parking: Midweek parking will be available at Riflebutts Reserve on surfing competition days, midweek. Weekend parking will only be available at McLeods Paddock (opposite Margaret River Golf Club) to catch the shuttle bus to Surfers Point. The Surfers Point car park will not be accessible during the event build, activation or pack-down.
- Shuttle buses: Will run on the weekends – leaving from near the Margaret River Golf Club to Surfers Point. Buses will run from 8am to 4pm daily depending on how the competition is running. There is no time schedule for buses as they operate on rotation based on competition schedule.
- Bike racks: There will be extra racking for bikes and scooters on site.
- Dogs: No dogs are allowed at the event site.
- Rivermouth access: Pedestrians will be able to access the Rivermouth at all times during the event. Vehicles can access the Rivermouth Beach carpark using Rivermouth Road on days the competition is not running.
- Accessibility: There is a designated parking bays (ACROD permits) with accessibility paths of travel and toilets at the event site. Assistance animals are welcome at the event and on the shuttle bus, with identification.
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