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Bells Beach Junior

Australia’s next generation of surfing stars will compete at the inaugural 2026 Bells Beach Junior, held at Bells Beach / Djarrak on September 23–24, 2026.

Bringing together the country’s best junior surfers, the event will showcase high performance surfing at one of the world’s most iconic waves.

Rated 5,500 points on the Surfing Australia Junior Series, it is a key stop on the national junior calendar with major ranking points on offer.

Beyond the competition, it continues Bells Beach’s proud legacy as a proving ground for emerging talent, giving athletes the chance to test themselves on a world-class stage.

With elite surfers, big stakes, and an iconic location, the 2026 Bells Beach Junior is set to be a standout moment on the junior surfing calendar.

Spectators welcome!


Bells Beach/Djarrak Bells Beach

  • Photo credit: Liam Robertson/Surfing Victoria

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