Sharing my experiences as I explore the world both near and far from my home on the Space Coast of Florida.
Monday, January 4, 2016
Surfing Santas (Cocoa Beach)
Surfing Santas is an event that is unique to the Space Coast. It has been going on for a few years (seven), but the last couple of years it has really exploded in size. It takes place on Christmas Eve Morning and has Santas of all shapes, sizes, colors and genders arriving for the holiday on Surf Board and by parachute. In 2015 there were hundreds of surfing Santas, ~25 skydiving Santas, and many thousands of spectators. I think a world record was set this year? I know that was the goal.
It is important to note that this event is a charity event. Proceeds go to Grind for Life as well as some other worthy causes. The event itself is free, but there are vendors on hand selling everything from donuts and coffee to T-shirts to Mimosas on the beach. There are also raffles and other ways to support the causes.
http://www.grindforlife.org/
To enjoy this event, you have to come with a beach life attitude! The schedule is flexible, the parking is a mess, the sand is everywhere and the crowd is happy! Show up early and plan to be on beach time for the next few hours.
Tips: Come early to get good parking or plan to walk a bit. Parking costs about $10 unless you get really lucky or walk a bit. If you set up near the landing zone, there is a chance you could be run over by a parachutist...heads up! Bring cash for the vendors; some take credit, but it is easier on everyone if you pay in good old American dollars. Bring a beach friendly camera as there are lots of great photo opportunities. Give generously...an event this size takes and enormous amount of work and the cause is a good one.
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