Port Aransas SandFest

Get ready to trade your everyday shoes for flip-flops because the Texas SandFest in Port Aransas is turning the beach into an absolute masterpiece! Known as the largest native-sand sculpture competition in the United States, this three-day extravaganza invites world-renowned master sculptors to coax jaw-dropping works of art from literal tons of sand. While you stroll along the scenic Texas Gulf Coast marveling at these fragile wonders, you can also groove to non-stop live music, indulge in delicious bites from local food vendors, and browse unique coastal artisan booths. With hands-on sandcastle lessons for the kids and even an amateur competition for brave beginners, it is a sun-soaked weekend of creative magic that you will not want to miss.