WaveDaze: this Virginia Beach event is held in April and October in Virginia Beach. Known not only for the challenging surf conditions and the event’s dual-emphasis on promoting personal watercraft as both a recreation and a sport, WaveDaze also gains significant recognition for their community involvement - all funds received at WaveDaze - whether through registration fees, corporate sponsors or raffles during the event, benefits local charities. Hosted by The Virginia Beach Wave Junkies, WaveDaze started out in 2007 with 60 skis, and has raised more than $40,000 for charity. “We are expecting more than 300 participants from 31 different states in 2019,” said event organizers, adding that this year’s event will include raffles, auctions, games, a custom watercraft competition and the Neptune Challenge open ocean endurance ride, as well as the freeride competition.