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A late-summer tradition that goes back six decades, the 60th Annual Sandcastle Contest sponsored by the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea and the American Institute of Architects Monterey Bay Chapter will take place Saturday, September 16, 2023. Building begins at 8:00 am (or earlier if you can get up), registration begins at 10:00 am, and judging is at noon. The boundaries of the contest are 10th and 12th Avenues with registration located at 11th.
This year’s theme is “Time Travel – Into the Future”.
The Sandcastle Contest is free and open to everyone. And remember that bribery (non-monetary) is encouraged!
Date and Time
Saturday Sep 16, 2023
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM PDT
Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Registration opens at 10:00 am with judging at noon.
Location
Carmel Beach between 10th and 12th Avenues. Registration at 11th Avenue.
Fees/Admission
Free and open to everyone.
Contact Information
City of Carmel Community Activities Department
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