Surfing The city hosts more than 36 surfing competitions each year, including the US Open of Surfing, the largest and most prestigious professional surfing and lifestyle event in North America. The event attracts more than 600 of the world�s top surfers and 500,000 spectators. Combined with several action sports associated with the beach lifestyle, including skateboarding, freestyle bicycle and inline skating events along with outdoor concerts and exhibits, the event is broadcast nationwide. July 18-27, 2008. www.usopenofsurfing.com

Formerly known as U.S. Championship, the surfing competition was first staged in Huntington Beach in 1959 and was held in the city for the next 14 years. During that time, the event was televised to a nationwide audience. It was renamed the OP Pro from 1982 to 1994.

Volleyball Some of the world�s best amateur volleyball players go head-to-head for an exciting weekend of competition during the AVP Cuervo Gold Crown Huntington Beach Open. Fans cheer for their favorite competitors while soaking in the festive beach party atmosphere at various exhibits and sampling booths.

As one Huntington Beach local said, "We have a lot of surf tournaments out here, but beach volleyball has really caught on. I've never seen the pier look better and everyone looks like they're having a lot of fun out here!" May 1-4, 2008. www.avp.com

The AVP was established in 1983 and features more than 150 of the top men and women competitors in the sport. The AVP's main goal is to deliver its fans the experience of an amazing athletic contest surrounded by an unforgettable beach party. AVP annually stages 16 events throughout the United States; more than one million people are expected to attend an AVP event this year.

Huntington Beach is also home to the US Open of Beach Volleyball, presented by Corona Extra. This popular event brings various skill levels, from novice to expert, to the courts with two-person, four-person, men, women, and co-ed teams including two masters divisions. Over a 1,000 players will take to the sand in September. www.usopenbeachvolleyball.com.

Only in Surf City USA� From beach cruisers and racing wiener dogs to a rubber duck race, Surf City USA is a year-round destination for those seeking the not-so-ordinary special event!

If it hauled a board, buddies or babes to the beach it's a beach cruiser. From station wagons, sedan deliveries, and convertibles, to VW transporters, nomads, woodies, and pick-ups, car enthusiasts and fans of the era will get their kicks at this nostalgic event, the Annual Wavecrest Beach Cruiser Meet in March.

In 2006 the Huntington Beach City Council voted the �woody� the official car of Surf City USA.

Visitors walk, run, waddle and fly to the Annual Duck-A-Thon and Festival at the Huntington Beach Pier. Thousands of rubber duckies are launched into the Pacific Ocean, and the first duckie to shore wins the �race� and prizes for his owner. Corporate ducks take home the coveted "Golden Duck Perpetual Trophy." The May festival includes a wine tasting, food, local artists and more.

And they're off� the Dachshund Races in Huntington Beach�s Old World Village. Since 1993 the swift-four-legged contestants have been running a 22-yard course, where upon a signal from the referee, a gate is lifted and the race begins! Fans cheer above the thunder of paws as owners lure their dogs toward the finish line with colorful toys and food. Wiener dog races continue to grow in popularity - the annual Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals draws thousands of fans to the nearby Los Alamitos Race Course. The race to claim the title of "Fastest Wiener in the West" is a fundraiser for a local animal shelter.

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