SHAW AND PARTNERS
HAYDEN KENNY CLASSIC
5TH - 7TH DECEMBER 2025
The Shaw and Partners Hayden Kenny Classic is back for its 5th edition
bigger and better than ever!
This iconic event celebrates the spirit of surf lifesaving and the legacy of champion waterman Hayden Kenny, bringing together elite athletes, rising stars, and ocean lovers for a weekend of adrenaline, action, and community connection.
Now a highlight of the summer surf sports calendar, the Shaw and Partners Hayden Kenny Classic is where competition meets celebration — showcasing athletic excellence, coastal culture, and the best of community spirit.
Ride. Race. Conquer.
Thrilling surf and ocean racing across multiple divisions
Coastline Comes Alive.
Live entertainment, beachside vibes, and local food stalls
Celebrating Achievement Together.
Prize presentations and community awards
Proudly presented by Shaw and Partners Financial Services, the event continues to grow each year, inspiring the next generation of surf athletes and uniting the community around a shared love of the ocean.
- GET INVOLVED -
Athlete entries, volunteer opportunities, vendor and sponsorship enquiries, and media access are all open now.
ALEXANDRA HEADLAND, SUNSHINE COAST, QLD.
EARLY BIRD ENTRIES
Early Bird entries close 10th November.
ENTER NOW
Entries close 1st December. Late entries will incur a fee.
10,000 round
First 10,000 point round for the season.
race against the greats
Australia's best surf athletes have already entered.
SHAW AND PARTNERS HAYDEN KENNY CLASSIC
COUNCILLOR JOE NATOLI, SUNSHINE COAST COUNCIL
Welcome message from JOE NATOLI
Welcome to Alexandra Headland, one of our most popular surf locations, perfect for this epic event.
Whether the waves are pumping or playful, we know you’ll bring the energy, skill and spirit that make this sport so special.
The Hayden Kenny Classic continues to grow each year, and we’re proud to see it featured on the World Ocean Series calendar—one of the globe’s most prestigious surf sport events.
If you’re visiting for the first time or returning to familiar shores, we invite you to explore the Sunshine Coast Biosphere’s diverse experiences, vibrant events and unforgettable destinations.
If you are arriving early for the event or staying on afterwards, please enjoy our buzzing café and dining scenes at The Wharf Mooloolaba, Mooloolaba Esplanade and Ocean Street in Maroochydore. Further afield, Maleny, Montville and Caloundra are also well worth a visit.
Taste the freshest local produce and seafood including our famous Mooloolaba Prawns and discover why the region is celebrated as Australia’s Craft Beer Capital. With a wide selection of locally brewed beverages available at bars and restaurants, it’s the perfect way to connect, celebrate, or simply unwind.
Whether you’re here as an athlete, support crew or spectator, on behalf of Sunshine Coast Council, I wish you an incredible experience and plenty of sunshine moments during your time with us.