With the mission to protect and enjoy the ocean, coast, and beaches for all, Surfrider’s Florida Chapters stay busy hosting clean-ups, testing local water quality, encouraging businesses to reduce single-use plastics, and advocating for strong laws for thriving coasts and communities. But we don’t forget the very important ENJOY aspect of our mission. We aim to infuse all of our efforts with joy and passion for the work we do – but sometimes it is nice to take a step back and dedicate time to celebrate the places we love together. This month, Surfrider’s Space Coast and Broward Chapters are doing just that with special events and opportunities to enjoy film screenings, live music, and good times with friends.
Surfrider Space Coast Chapter: Surfrider Movie Night
Saturday, August 9, 2025
6:00-9:00 pm
Surfside Playhouse (301 Ramp Rd., Cocoa Beach, FL 32931)
Tickets available here.
The Space Coast Chapter will be celebrating East Coast waves with live music and local surf films this Saturday at Surfside Playhouse. The evening will kick off with a showing of surf shots from local photographers and music from The Aquanuts, Cocoa Beach’s surf-roots band. Next up, two surf films showcasing local waves and legends. Home Cooked, by Sam Scribner and Jason Preskitt, spotlights the surf community of New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Then, Swells of Interest, by Dr. Diana Wehrell Grabowski, explores memorable swells and the storms associated with them from 2008-2014. Featuring local surfers, breaks across Brevard, and weather insights from Surfline's Atlantic Operations Manager/Lead Forecaster Mike Watson, Swells of Interest has it all. Event proceeds benefit Surfrider’s Space Coast Chapter and support the Chapter’s water quality testing, Ocean Friendly Gardens, and other efforts for healthy coasts and communities.
"When you love a place, you protect it – and you take time to celebrate it,” said Nina Hunt, Chair of the Surfrider Space Coast Chapter. “We can’t wait to share this night with our community!"
Get your tickets for Surfrider Movies Night here. Stay up to date on all things beach and ocean on the Space Coast by joining the Chapter here!
Surfrider Broward Chapter: Celebrate Old Florida
Saturday August 30, 2025
3:00-6:00 pm
Tiki Tiki (6200 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood FL 33019)
Tickets available here.
The Broward Chapter will be celebrating the volunteers, partners, and efforts that have helped keep Old Florida wild, unique, and thriving. From removing over 1,500 pounds of trash from local beaches to testing water quality for better public health and education to championing strong ocean and coastal policies at the local, state, and federal levels – the Chapter and community have a lot to celebrate. On Saturday, August 30, come hang at Tiki Tiki for live music, a film screening of All That is Sacred, and fun giveaways throughout the afternoon. Tiki Tiki is certified Ocean Friendly Restaurant, part of a network of over 600 restaurants nationwide committed to reducing single-use plastics and securing a healthier future for our coasts and communities.
"Our beaches and waterways don’t just shape our ecosystems, they shape our culture. Protecting Old Florida’s wild beauty ensures future generations will continue to enjoy and be inspired by these treasured places,” said Gillian Eckert, Chair of the Surfrider Broward Chapter. “We look forward to gathering with our community and celebrating Old Florida!"
Get your tickets for Celebrate Old Florida here. Stay up to date on all things beach and ocean in Broward by joining the Chapter here!