# Event Details - **Event Name**: Grand Haven Sand Sculpture Contest - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm - **Event Description**: Create, compete, and celebrate summer at the 43rd Annual Grand Haven Sand Sculpture Contest. Family fun and beachside entertainment for all!About this EventSpend your Saturday, the day before Fathers' Day, on the shores of Grand Haven for the annual Sand Sculpture Contest, a creative, family-friendly tradition for all ages.Participants will have from 10am to 12pm (short competition-2hrs) or 10am to 2pm (long competition -4hrs) to design and build their sand sculpture. Create anything from castles to creatures to abstract art! Work individually or in teams of friends, family, or coworkers.Once time is up, a panel of local judges will review each sculpture and select 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each category: Short contest (combined competition), Individual, Group, and Youth Group (12 and under).Spectators can also vote for their favorite creation in the People’s Choice Award.Winners will be announced shortly after judging, with prizes awarded to the top sculptors. Whether you're building or just enjoying the beach vibes, this event promises a day of creativity, competition, and summer fun.This year's contest will feature Sand Pirate Janet Schrader, who will share tips and tricks and serve as judge for our short competition, and the pro team from Sand Fanatics, led by Paul Speulstra, will construct a large-scale exhibition sculpture.Storm the Castle! As the competition wraps up, sculptors and spectators alike will be invited to storm the castle, as we deconstruct our giant exhibition build. What fun!Pre-registered teams will need to arrive and check in at 9am.'Day-of' registration will open at 8:30am and close at 9:30am.Please note: This is a rain-or-shine event. In case of more serious inclement weather, a delayed start is an option and will be communicated to the team captains the night before. The event will be canceled if dangerous lightning is present and persistent. Registration fees are non-refundable. Come prepared and dress for whatever Michigan weather throws our way! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/58f45f40-6c36-11f1-a9f5-090a8c317ded-rimg-w1200-h345-dc000000-gmir.png Agenda?: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AMDay-of RegistrationHost: Grand Haven Area Convention and Visitor's BureauInfo: Come see us at the on-site Visitors Bureau information tent located between the water and the Surf Shak. ?: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AMPre-registered check-in & T-Shirt collection?: 09:45 AMCaptain's MeetingHost: Located at the Visitor's Bureau information tent.?: 10:00 AMSculpting Begins!?: 12:00 PM - 12:20 PMJudge Scoring Short Contest?: 12:30 PMShort Contest Winners AwardedInfo: 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prize will be awarded in this category and photographs taken. ?: 02:00 PM - 02:20 PMJudges Scoring Long Contest?: 02:30 PMLong Contest Winners AwardedInfo: 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes will be awarded for Individual, Group and Youth categories and photographs taken. ?: 03:00 PM - 03:15 PMStorm the Castle!Info: As the day comes to a close, sculptors and spectators alike are invited to storm the castle, playfully and safely deconstructing our giant exhibition build. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-haven/grand-haven-sand-sculpture-contest/100001417664124559 - **Event Categories**: contests, exhibitions, art, meetups, crafts, fathers-day - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 11 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-06-20T13:00:00Z - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Grand Haven City Beach - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 15.69, max: 27.24, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Grand Haven - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: Grand Haven City Beach - **lat**: 43.05170400000001 - **long**: -86.2448028 - **full address**: Grand Haven City Beach, South Harbor Drive, Grand Haven, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Grand Haven Sand Sculpture Contest - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/9b3d99ad66891e901de6b38d745a77678883fe2938bebb886ef376d3fe881b38-rimg-w1200-h488-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1778071329 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Grand Haven Sand Sculpture Contest being held? - **A:** Grand Haven Sand Sculpture Contest takes place on Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Grand Haven City Beach, South Harbor Drive, Grand Haven, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Grand Haven Sand Sculpture Contest? - **A:** Grand Haven Sand Sculpture Contest is organized by Grand Haven Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Grand Haven Sand Sculpture Contest is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Grand Haven, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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