Samara Beach Open

Every December, just before Christmas, players and families from across Costa Rica and around the world gather on the golden sand of Playa Sámara for three days of beach volleyball, live music and pura vida. All levels welcome — competitive enough for the serious, friendly enough for the first-timer. WHEN WE PLAY We play under the lights — it's too hot by day. Friday, Saturday and Sunday all start at 3:00 PM and run until 10–11 PM. Friday night is open play, with dinner for all athletes included. FORMAT Pool play followed by bracket play in every division. WHERE On the sand in front of Las Olas, Playa Sámara, Guanacaste. EVERY ENTRY INCLUDES · Tournament shirt · Friday night dinner for all athletes · Saturday night beach party ENTRY FEES $60 per team, $30 for the juniors divisions (₡30,000 / ₡15,000 CRC). Special rates for locals from Sámara and the surrounding towns — this is our home, and we want our neighbours on the sand. Visiting from afar? Get in touch. Entry is collected on site at check-in. PRIZES Cash and sponsor prizes for division winners, plus the coveted Sámara champion trophy. SPACE IS LIMITED 80 teams across all divisions. Registration closes Friday 4 December 2026, or sooner if we fill up — once we're full, we're full. Register early.