The ALO Longboard Classic is more than just a surf contest — it’s one of the most beloved annual traditions on Long Beach Island. This all-day event brings together surfers, families, local businesses, and ocean lovers for a celebration of waves, music, food, and community — all in support of ALO’s year-round FREE environmental education programs.
📅 Event Details
Date: August 9, 2025
Location: 68th Street beach in Brant Beach
Time: 8am - 6pm
Divisions: Men’s, Women’s, 15&under, Tandem
Join us for the annual ALO Longboard Classic, our signature summer event!
What Makes It "Classic"?
The contest stays true to traditional surf roots:
Boards must be pre-1967 models
Boards must be at least 3 feet taller than the surfer
No modifications allowed (original fins only)
No leashes permitted
Exceptions are only made for the Boys & Girls Under 15 and Tandem divisions.
Celebrating 17 years of log rides, high fives & ocean allies!
“A common refrain heard Saturday at the Alliance for a Living Ocean’s Longboard Classic was “the best day of the summer.” The 68th street beach in Brant Beach was the site for competitive surfing, music, food, local businesses and family fun, designed to help fund ALO’s free community programming and events throughout the year. The clouds cleared and the waves were significantly larger than predicted. The deep tide and a south wind didn’t play nice, but the lines came in all day, and the surfers were on them.”
– Jason Capelli for The Sandpaper / Wednesday, August 16, 2023
At ALO, The Longboard Classic was the highlight of our summer and we hope it was yours too. We’re grateful for our local creative community, volunteering their talents – capturing the magic from every angle! Thank you to Ann Coen photography & studio including Josh Ketchum’s overhead shots. And, thank you to Bryan Bacich for volunteering his time to produce this incredible video for the contest’s 15th year.
