SAS Ball 2025

The SAS Ball is a vibrant one-day celebration hosted by Surfers Against Sewage, taking place on 5th July atop the stunning cliffs of St Agnes, Cornwall. But don’t be fooled by the name—this isn’t your typical ‘Ball’.

Spread across three lively stages, the event has more of a festival feel, with live music, incredible bands, DJs, inspiring speakers, and delicious food and drink. It’s a powerful moment for the community to come together—to dance, connect, and celebrate everything we stand for.

No one is ‘too old’ to come to the SAS Ball! Hundreds of ‘old-time Ballers’ have already got their tickets. And there will be people of all ages attending, from kids up to grandparents.

This is an inclusive event and will include a quiet space, tea tent, and plenty of areas to sit down and chill out. Yet the creativity, heritage and vibe of the original SAS Balls will remain. If you’ve been to one before and loved it, you won’t want to miss this!

Yes! We already have hundreds of kids attending and the Ball site is set up for family fun with educational stalls, activities, talks, food trucks and quiet areas. All children need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

No, you don’t! There will be a real mix of attendees, some with connections to SAS and many who are new to the crew. And you definitely do not need to surf to be part of our community.

So whether you’re coming for the music, the vibes, or because you’re curious about Ocean Activism—we’ll be welcoming you with open arms.

Plus, you can feel good knowing that ticket proceeds are going towards helping fund our fight to protect our seas, rivers and lakes from the polluters.

Absolutely! The Ball is a great place to meet people, connect with the local community and dip your toes into all things SAS. We’re a friendly bunch and would love to have you along. 

This year’s fancy dress theme is… The Ocean! 

It’s the reason we do everything we do. So let’s celebrate it! 🌊 We’re going back to our roots and encouraging everyone to rep some epic fancy dress like the old Ball days…

From mermaids, sailors and surfers, to jellyfish, lobsters and sharks—bright colours, sustainable sparkles, face paint and festival attire is actively encouraged!

Don’t want to go in fancy dress?

No worries—get inspired by the dress code: Dinner jackets and boardshorts, frocks and flip flops. Whether you want to rock some boardies and beachwear or make an entrance in black tie and ball gowns, we want you to wear what you feel your best in!

We encourage everyone to re-use, recycle and upcycle existing clothing, accessories and materials for the Ball. Get creative with it! Vinted, charity shops and clothes swaps are great ways to get extra pieces you need for your costume.

Let’s dress to impress, dance and celebrate—we can’t wait to see your outfits!

We have a limited number of tickets and they are selling fast. So if you’re keen to come along, we recommend getting your ticket as soon as possible. Tickets will not be available to purchase on the door, so you must buy them in advance.

Get your tickets

Only assistance dogs are allowed onsite for this event.

Tickets must be purchased online before the event. Tickets will not be sold on the door. 

Booking Fees & Refunds: A booking fee shall apply to all ticket purchases. This fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase, except as outlined in point 3.

Event Cancellation or Rescheduling: Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the Ball due to circumstances beyond reasonable control (e.g., extreme weather, public health concerns, or acts of God). In such cases, SAS may aim to reschedule the event, and all tickets will remain valid for the new date. If you cannot attend the rescheduled date, you must notify SAS within the specified deadline to be eligible for a refund of the ticket price (excluding booking fees). Failure to notify within the deadline will confirm your attendance, and no refund will be issued. If the event is fully cancelled with no reschedule, a refund of the ticket price (excluding booking fees) will be provided.

Ticket Resale & Validity: Tickets must be purchased through our official seller Ticket Tailor only. Tickets listed on resale sites (e.g., Viagogo, StubHub, Gumtree) may be invalid and will not permit entry. If you have purchased a ticket from an unauthorized reseller, you should immediately seek a refund from them.

Age Restrictions: Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult. Proof of age may be requested at the point of entry and at the bars. Under 16’s will be required to leave the event site by 9pm.

Health & Safety: Exposure to loud music can damage hearing. Attendees are encouraged to bring ear protection. The organizers are not liable for any health issues arising from exposure to loud noise.

Cliff-Top Location & Child Supervision
The event takes place on a cliff-top, and while all reasonable safety measures have been taken, attendees acknowledge the inherent risks associated with the location. Parents and guardians are fully responsible for the supervision and safety of their children at all times. The event organizers accept no liability for accidents or injuries resulting from failure to supervise minors appropriately.

Artist Line-Up & Programme: The event organizers reserve the right to add, withdraw, or substitute artists and modify the schedule without liability for compensation.

Photography & Media: By attending, you grant SAS full rights to use images and videos taken at the event for publicity, social media, and press purposes.

Prohibited Items:

No glass bottles, jars, or breakable containers.

No open flames, disposable barbecues, or campfires.

No fireworks, sky lanterns, smoke canisters, kites, or drones.

No independent sound systems.

No flags in stage areas.

No illegal drugs, nitrous oxide, or legal highs.

No weapons.

No unauthorized market stalls or sales.

Security & Searches: All attendees are subject to searches by security staff at entry and during the event. Any prohibited items found will be confiscated, and individuals in possession may be refused entry or removed from the event.

Camping & Parking:

STRICTLY no camping at this event. Attendees must arrange their own accommodation.

Parking is at your own risk, and event organizers accept no responsibility for loss or damage to vehicles or belongings. Accessible parking spaces are available for Blue Badge holders only. Please display your Blue Badge on the dashboard once parked. Parking is £6.50 per vehicle when booked in advance, ticket purchase advised. If you don’t purchase a parking ticket it will be £8.50 on the door.

STRICTLY No staying in vehicles overnight permitted.

Code of Conduct: Anti-social, dangerous, or discriminatory behaviour will not be tolerated. Attendees engaging in such behaviour may be ejected without refund.

Environmental Responsibility: SAS is committed to sustainability. Attendees are encouraged to use reusable cups, avoid single-use plastics, and dispose of waste responsibly. Please respect the local environment and wildlife. We encourage attendees to travel to the Ball by car share or public transport where possible.

Email: Customers providing their email for bookings,  consent to SAS emailing them important information in the lead up to the 35th Anniversary Ball

Terms & Conditions Updates: SAS reserves the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Attendees are responsible for checking for updates before the event.

For further inquiries, please contact: SASBall@sas.org.uk