Catch a few waves with your furry friend at one of Southern California’s most famous surf contest – Surf City Surf Dog.

This event brings together the community, surfers, dog lovers, families and pets for a day of fun and fundraising. While canine competitors try to catch the top five waves in 12 minutes, food trucks will be open to attendees on land.

Check-in 7:30 a.m., event 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Huntington Dog Beach, 100 Golden West St., Huntington Beach
See: SurfDogEvents.com

Photo credit: Charmaine Gray