BIARRITZ 2026

EDITION 15 – 10 TO 14 JUNE

WELCOME TO HEAVEN

Fifteen editions later, the flame is still burning, passed on to those who dare to live it. In a world saturated with uniformity, Wheels and Waves stands as a stronghold for those who live their passion with intention, sincerity, and creativity. Head west and step into Wheels and Waves, a world where time slows down, every encounter surprises, and each moment invites you to dare. Wheels and Waves invites you on a timeless journey. From June 10th to 14th, 2026 in Biarritz, motorcycles, surf, skate, bmx, art, and music come together at Wheels and Waves, each discipline inspiring and enriching the others at the heart of the event.

WEB EXCLUSIVE

A must-have among event regulars, this FULL ACCESS E-PASS grants visitor access to all Wheels and Waves 2026 experiences. Also available in a collector’s edition, in limited quantity.

Take advantage of the special presale price and join the BREITLING x WHEELS AND WAVES prize draw. Grab your wristband with ease and come and go as you like : Enjoy & be free ! This E-PASS is also required to register for experiences.

A must-have among event regulars, this FULL ACCESS E-PASS grants visitor access to all Wheels and Waves 2026 experiences. Also available in a collector’s edition, in limited quantity.

Take advantage of the special presale price and join the BREITLING x WHEELS AND WAVES prize draw. Grab your wristband with ease and come and go as you like : Enjoy & be free ! This E-PASS is also required to register for experiences.

NEWS

MULTISPOTS EVENT

The W&W Village, located at the Cité de l’Océan in Biarritz, is the heart and headquarters of Wheels and Waves, where its unique atmosphere comes to life throughout the five days of the event. Around this vibrant hub, Wheels and Waves is constantly on the move, unfolding across multiple spots between France and Spain.

To fully enjoy all the experiences, we highly recommend having a way to get around.

Maps 2026

ENRICHING Everyday Life through Thrilling Experiences!

Discover below the WAW experiences that will shape these five days of celebration.

More than an event, Wheels and Waves is a journey of emotions and sensations, a playground where every discipline tells a story, and every moment is meant to be fully lived. Here, you don’t just watch: you feel, you share. Whether you’re curious or a longtime W&W explorer, you’re invited to take a step further and become part of the experience. Riders, skaters, surfers, the doors are open to those ready to engage, express themselves, and leave their mark (subject to availability and criteria).

HOW TO REGISTER FOR WAW EXPERIENCES?

To participate as a pilot / surfer / skateboarder / rider in one or more Wheels and Waves experiences, you first need to purchase your EDITION 15 E-PASS via our online ticketing service. Click on the button below to select your E-PASS. Then, go to your WAW account and click on the “Experience” tab (flag icon).

You’ve already purchased your EDITION 15 E-PASS and would like to register as a pilot / surfer / skateboarder / rider for one or more Wheels and Waves experiences.

Log in to your WAW account using the button below, then go to the “Experience” tab (flag icon).

VILLAGE W&W – JUNE 10 TO 14

Cité de l’Océan, Biarritz
HEADQUARTERS – Looking out onto the ocean, this is the soul of the festival, the ephemeral theatre of an exuberant spectacle. Encounters are made, innovations disclosed, an explosion of creativity within an astounding cultural mix, surrounded by a unique atmosphere.

WELCOME TO HEAVEN

Cité de l’Océan, Biarritz
ENJOY & BE FREE – Be part of the Wheels and Waves scene by exhibiting your bike/car inside the W&W Village. Come in, go out and park your vehicle whenever you like. Register your PRE-1975 and/or Custom vehicle and we’ll let you know when you’ve got your precious pass.

BACKYARD PROJECT – JUNE 10 TO 14

Cité de l’Océan, Biarritz

MOTO CUSTOM CONTEST – Call to custom builders!
Amateur or professional builders, unveil your latest creations. The Backyard Project shines a spotlight on remarkable motorcycles built by passionate builders.

THE BIG GANG BMX – JUNE 10 TO 14

Cité de l’Océan, Biarritz

OLD SCHOOL BMX SPRINT – Become a BMX rider at the Big Gang BMX Sprint and take on a race track built right in the heart of the W&W Village. Adrenaline, speed, and flow in an iconic setting. (BMX PRE-1990) More info HERE.

PUNK’S PEAK – 10/06

Jaizkibel, Spain

SPRINT RACE – Become a Punk’s Peak pilot. At the top of the Jaizkibel, between the sea and the mountains, you will race on 400 meters sprints. Open to beginners and experienced pilots. More info HERE.

PUNK’S PEAK – 10/06

Jaizkibel, Spain

SPRINT RACE – At the top of Mount Jaizkibel, between the sea and the mountains, pilots from all four corners of the planet will compete in 400-meter sprints. An opportunity to see amazing bikes prepared over many months in their workshops.

LOG

Milady Beach, Biarritz

SURF CONTEST – Become a surfer at the Log Surf Contest and take to the waves in Old School mode on La Milady Beach. The contests will be determined according to the weather conditions.

LOG

Milady Beach, Biarritz

SURF CONTEST – The boards are ready, there is a perfect swell, all the conditions are met. With your feet in the sand, admire the surfers take the wave with style in this old-school display. The contests will be determined according to the weather conditions.

ARTRIDE – 11,12,13/06

Skatepark Biarritz (Opening Party 11/06)

EXHIBITION – Place of expression, focus will be made on artists from around the world dedicated to motorcycle, photography, street art, custom, painting, making the exhibition a unique place of communion widely publicized.

WAW VINTAGE RALLY – 13/06

Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, France

ENDURO – Become a WAW Vintage Rally pilot. Fun and adventure guaranteed for this vintage enduro at Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle. Open to beginners and experienced riders.
Criteria: PRE-1975, PRE-1985, PRE-1995. More info HERE.

WAW VINTAGE RALLY – 13/06

Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, France

ENDURO – Fun and adventure guaranteed for this vintage enduro. A few kilometers of land between fields and forest, the pilots take off, get stuck and bite the dust of this vintage enduro where the only battle to be fought is against oneself.

THE RACE OF THE LORDS – 12/06

Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, France

THRILL RACE – Become a pilot at THE RACE OF THE LORDS. On the Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle track, start from a standstill, make a U-turn at mid-run, and race against other riders in this 450m round-trip sprint! MOTO PRE-1950 ONLY. Open to beginners and experienced riders. More info HERE.

THE RACE OF THE LORDS – 12/06

Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, France

PRE-1950 RACE – A 300m track, a standing start with a U-turn at mid-run, 2 pilots compete with their machines in the purest tradition of the races organized by the American soldiers at the end of WW2.

HIT THE DECK

Cité de l’Océan, Biarritz

SKATE CONTEST – In the middle of the Village, the ramp, another arena of the event, will see the best French and international skaters performing tricks in a crazy atmosphere during the HIT THE DECK contest. Don’t hesitate, come to the skate ramp!

EL ROLLO TT – 12/06

Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, France

DIRT TRACK – Become an El Rollo TT pilot and enjoy the different heats on the Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle track. New format: El Rollo TT will take place on a 200-meter short track and will be more than just a simple loop. More info HERE.

EL ROLLO TT – 12/06

Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, France

DIRT TRACK – On the burning track transformed into arena, pilots will try to master the drift and win the heats. No front brake, a metal sole, a ring and “gaaaaz!”. The heroes of this epic spectacle have just one principle: turn left (Go West)!

RIDE

Basque Country

LOSE YOURSELF – Countless escapes that can be lived alone or with others, each one coming back to the village, strong of its stories, head full of images and memories… Whether you are 1, 2, 4… Organize your ride!

Q&A

  • WEB exclusivity: Enjoy a special early-bird rate (Full Pass valid for 5 days at the price of a 3-day Pass) and get a chance to win a Breitling watch in the Breitling x Wheels and Waves prize draw.
  • Visitor access to all Wheels and Waves Edition 15 activities (check our program)
  • Exclusive access to the ARTRIDE XI opening party on Thursday June 11
  • Cut line: Pick up your access bracelet easily (available from 6 PM the day before the event).
  • Come and go whenever you want.

NB: The purchase of a pre-sale E-PASS is mandatory and is the first step to register as a pilot or competitor for WAW experiences (Punk’s Peak, WAW Vintage Rally, The Race of the Lords, El Rollo, Log, Hit the Deck, The Big Gang).

Once your purchase is validated, you will receive an order confirmation email.

E-PASS are downloadable from your WAW account.

Your personal information can also be managed from your WAW account.

Bring your E-PASS 2026 edition 15 with the QR code and your identity card/passport. Our teams will welcome you at the W&W Village and provide you the entrance wristbands. 

A special “cut line” row “Pre-sale E-PASS” will allow you to save time. 

The wristband is to be worn during the entire validity of the ticket purchased. It will allow you to enter the different Wheels and Waves sites.

  • Tuesday, June 9, from 6 pm (only for E-PASS holders to get the wristbands)
  • Wednesday from 8 am
  • Thursday to Saturday, from 9 am
  • Sunday from 10 am

It’s not possible to change the name on the ticket you purchased.

Once your order is validated, you should receive a confirmation email with your purchase details.

Emails are sent to the address you registered when you placed your order. If you have not received notification within 48 hours, please check your other email addresses and check your “Spam”, “Junk” and “Trash”.

If you still can’t find your email:

  • Log in to your WAW account, check your personal information and download your invoice.
  • Contact us at: info@wheels-and-waves.com

Access is free for -16 accompanied by a paying adult. Go to the ticket office with your ID card to get your wristband.

Yes, enjoy & be free!
Once you’ve picked up your entry wristband, wear it every day of the event to access all Wheels and Waves sites.

Yes, we have selected food stands for you, for a wide and varied offer, favouring local products.
Choose, take a seat & enjoy a break.

By participating in Wheels and Waves you agree to be photographed or filmed. We are sensitive to the attention you pay to your dress code, in line with the year of your vehicle. 

Wheels and Waves has no camping sites.

Please consult the dedicated websites. We advise you to find accommodation in Biarritz and its surroundings.

For more information: https://www.destination-biarritz.fr/en/dormir/

AUTO / MOTO PRE-1975, POST 1975 Custom
E-PASS holders are able to request a W&W Village inside access via their WAW account. Come in, take your bike/car out whenever you want. Enjoy & be free! (depending on space availability).

You’ll also find parking spaces near the W&W Village and the different Wheels and Waves spots.

Can’t hit the road to Biarritz?
No worries, Biarritz Airport offers plenty of direct flights from cities like Milan, Amsterdam, Dublin, Edinburgh, London, Geneva, and more.
Find all destinations here: https://biarritz.aeroport.fr/en/destinations/

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