COCOA BEACH, Fla. — Thousands of Santas hit the waves on Cocoa Beach Tuesday morning for the annual Surfing Santas event.

The water, a bit warm but refreshing 66 degrees, welcomed the Santas, who hit the waves for a good cause.

What You Need To Know

  • Thousands of Santas are on Cocoa Beach this morning for the annual Surfing Santas event

  • Thousands of spectators show up every year to watch

  • The event benefits the the Florida Surf Musuem, as well as Grind For Life organization, which helps those suffering from cancer

Thousands of spectators show up every year to watch.

This event benefits the Florida Surf Musuem, as well as Grind For Life organization, which helps those suffering from cancer.

George Trosset, the founder of Surfing Santas, said money raised today goes directly back to the community and that’s what makes this event special.

“If you buy a shirt, you’re supporting surfing Santas,” Trosset said. “This year we have 5,000 shirts to get rid of and with any luck, we’ll sell them all.”

Trosset said the event started in 2009 as a fun family outing and has grown to become an annual event many look forward to.