Sand Castle Contest 2025

Tofino Sand Castle Contest invites makers of all ages to Cox Bay Beach, near Pacific Sands Resort, for a relaxed day of sculpting and community fun; the 2nd Annual event is organized by Tuff City Radio as a fundraiser for the Pacific Rim Rotary Club.

Ticket / Entry Price

• Entry fee: $25 per team (cash or EFT / payable at registration on the beach).
• General admission: free to spectate on the beach.

What to expect at Tofino Sand Castle Contest

• A friendly, open-entry sand-sculpting competition with prize categories for creativity and technical skill.
• A festive, family-oriented beach atmosphere with onlookers, casual music, and community fundraising elements.
• Opportunities for photographers and small vendors to engage the crowd.

Visitor tips

• Bring a small kit: bucket, trowel, spray bottle, a fold-up stool, and reef-safe sunscreen.
• Wear non-marking shoes for boarding walkways and avoid tracking wet sand into cars.
• Cash can help at vendor stalls, but organizers often accept cards for bigger items.
• Arrive early for the best viewing and quieter photos; tide timings matter for build space – check the local tide chart if you’re competing.

Confirm details before you go

Dates, exact start times, entry rules and prize lists can change year to year. For the most up-to-date schedule, registration notes and any volunteer or sponsor info, check the District of Tofino / Tourism Tofino listings and the organizer (Tuff City Radio) or the event’s social pages the week of the event.