"From September 10 to 13, 2026, the stunning Praia do Ouro in Sesimbra will transform into the European capital of Stand-Up Paddle Boarding as it hosts Stop 6 and the Grand Finale of the European SUP League (ESL) 2026."
Organized by Surf Clube de Sesimbra, the Sesimbra SUP Festival 2026 promises four intense days of sports, community, and celebration, bringing together Europe’s elite athletes, rising talent, and amateur paddlers alike.
🚨 Registrations are now officially open! Take advantage of the Phase 1 (Early Bird) discounted rates, available until August 30.
🏆 Disciplines & Categories
The festival will feature three official competitive disciplines:
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⚡ SUP Race Sprint
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🌊 SUP Race Technical
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🏁 SUP Race Long Distance (Marathon)
The competition is open to both Male and Female paddlers across the following divisions:
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Youth Divisions: Under-8, Under-10, Under-12, Under-14, Under-16, and Under-18
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Main & Masters Divisions: Open, Master (+40), Grand-Master (+50), and Kahuna (+60)
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Amateur / Open Division
📝 Registration Options & Direct Links
Athletes can choose to compete in 1, 2, or all 3 disciplines, with tiered pricing depending on the number of categories selected. Choose your entry option and register directly via the links below:
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🎯 1 Discipline Entry:
👉 https://scs.pt/bilheteira/registration-for-the-sesimbra-sup-festival-2026-1-discipline
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🎯🎯 2 Disciplines Entry:
👉 https://scs.pt/bilheteira/registration-for-the-sesimbra-sup-festival-2026-2-disciplines
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🏆 Full Entry (3 Disciplines):
👉 https://scs.pt/bilheteira/registration-for-the-sesimbra-sup-festival-2026-3-disciplines
🗓️ Registration Timeline
| Phase | Dates | Notes |
| Phase 1 (Early Bird) | August 15 – August 30, 2026 | Promotional Rate (Active Now!) |
| Phase 2 (General) | September 1 – September 10, 2026 | Final Registration Deadline |
📅 Official Schedule Overview
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Thursday, September 10: Participant reception, accreditation, and Check-in.
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Friday, September 11: SUP Race Sprint competitions.
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Saturday, September 12: SUP Race Long Distance and SUP Race Technical competitions (Grand Finals & Closing Ceremony).
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Sunday, September 13: Social & Community Day ("SUP Friendship" social paddle, intro lessons, Adaptive SUP, and environmental actions).
🔥 Secure your spot today and be part of the biggest Stand-Up Paddle event of the year in Sesimbra!