The 2026 Beach Volleyball Pro Tour is set to begin with a dynamic start, featuring 29 officially confirmed Futures events slated to take place across the globe. The season launches on February 5 in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand, introducing an action-packed schedule for rising stars in the sport.
Futures events are crucial for emerging teams, offering them a platform for global exposure and a chance to earn much-needed ranking points. The upcoming season will span five continents, highlighting the international reach of the tour and furthering the mission to nurture beach volleyball talent worldwide.
Global Stops on the 2026 Tour
The tour’s early season will be focused on the Asia-Pacific region, with events scheduled in:
- China (Sanya, Haikou, Wuhan, Pingtan, Qidong)
- Australia (Coolangatta)
- Cook Islands (Rarotonga)
- French Polynesia (Tahiti)
- Thailand (Songkhla)
As the tour progresses into May, attention shifts to Europe, with matches in:
- Madrid, Spain
- Cervia, Italy
- Sveti Vlas, Bulgaria
- Krakow, Poland
- Jurmala, Latvia
- Spiez, Switzerland
- Ios, Greece
- Karpacz, Poland
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Balikesir, Turkey
- Bridlington, United Kingdom
Africa also features in the calendar, with competitions set in:
- Laginha Beach, Cape Verde (July)
- Bujumbura, Burundi (August)
In addition, Busan, Korea will host a women’s-only tournament, adding a distinctive event to the tour lineup.
The Path to the Top
These Futures events serve not only as high-stakes competitions but also as launchpads for entry into higher-level tournaments. They play a key role in the Olympic qualification cycle and reflect the broader efforts to expand the sport’s global footprint.
As the year approaches, more locations and dates are expected to be released. To stay updated on the complete schedule and all venue announcements, visit the official Beach Pro Tour calendar on Volleyball World.
