AIA Sandcastle Contest

Sat Sep 21, 2024
9:00am to 4:30pm CT
Age: All ages
Price: $10; under 12 free
Location:
East Beach
1923 Boddeker, Galveston, TX, 77550
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Come out and witness the careful crafting of unique sand sculptures. Artists work tirelessly for a solid 5 hour stretch to create a sand masterpiece, all in hopes of bringing home the coveted Golden Bucket Award.

Parking is $15 at East Beach Galveston, cash only. There are not ATMs on site. 

Picnic lunches are welcome and encouraged. 

EVENT DAY
6:30am Beach opens for teams and sponsors
9:00am Public is encouraged to begin to arrive to watch the competition
10:00am - 3:00pm Teams compete and build
10:00pm-4:00pm Castle Creation Kid Zone
10:00pm-4:00pm Solar Cooking Demonstration
11:00am | 1:00pm | 3:00pm Sandcastle Building Lessons from a Pro
1:00pm - 3:30pm Public favorite voting
3:00 - 4:30pm Judging
5:00pm Awards

** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.