The Nazaré Surf Film Festival is an international film festival dedicated to surf culture, bodyboarding, and wave sports, held in the iconic town of Nazaré, globally recognized for the biggest waves on the planet.
Founded in 2025, the festival was created to celebrate stories connected to the ocean, adventure, personal challenges, and the deep relationship between people and the sea. The event brings together films from around the world, ranging from documentaries and independent projects to cinematic productions focused on surfing and wave culture.
The festival aims to highlight not only athletic performance, but also the human, cultural, and emotional dimensions behind each story. Its program features short and feature film screenings, special presentations, industry guests, athletes, and moments of connection between filmmakers, the local community, and audiences.
Hosted at the Cine-Teatro da Nazaré, the festival seeks to establish itself as an international platform for filmmakers and creators who use the ocean as inspiration to tell authentic and impactful stories.
Best Short Film
Best Film
Nazaré Soul Award
