Location: Mission Bay Boat & Ski Club, 2604 N Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
Join the San Diego Surfing Hall of Fame (SDSHOF) as we proudly host our annual Induction Ceremony on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at the beautiful Mission Bay Boat & Ski Club. This is a premier event celebrating the individuals who have profoundly shaped San Diego’s rich surfing heritage and culture.
Each year, we honor a new class of surfing legends whose dedication, innovation, and passion have left an indelible mark on our community and the sport. This evening is a unique opportunity to witness these icons receive their well-deserved recognition and share in the stories that have defined generations of San Diego surfing.
EARLY Announce Inductees Include:
Debbie Gordon
MITSVEN Surfboards
Witt Rowlett’s Carlsbad Pipelines
Gary Linden
Jim Kempton
Bob Penuelas
Eric BIRD Huffman
MORE inductees to be announced.
The ceremony will feature tributes, personal reflections, and the official induction of the 2025 class of honorees, including the recently announced Eric “Bird” Huffman, kindly regarded as “The Mayor of Surfing.”
Be a part of this special tradition, connect with fellow surf enthusiasts, and celebrate the enduring spirit of San Diego surfing excellence.
We look forward to sharing this memorable evening with you!