
Texas SandFest
When:
April 17, 2026 to April 19, 2026
Where:
Texas SandFest Grounds, Port Aransas, Texas, United States
Official Website:
https://www.texassandfest.org
Get ready to hit the beach for the ultimate display of temporary masterpieces at the Texas SandFest in Port Aransas. As the largest native-sand sculpture competition in the United States, this internationally recognized three-day festival transforms the Texas coastline into an incredible outdoor art gallery. Master sculptors from around the globe converge to craft astonishing, towering creations from literal tons of sand, battling it out for top honors while the tide rolls in. Beyond the breathtaking ephemeral art, attendees can soak up the vibrant atmosphere with live music, fantastic local food trucks, a refreshing beer garden, and plenty of interactive kids’ activities like Lesson Mountain. It is an unforgettable weekend where serious coastal creativity meets laid-back Gulf Coast fun, all while raising money for local charities.