Annual Coney Island Sand Sculpting Contest

The Annual Coney Island Sand Sculpting Contest, Saturday, August 15, 2026 on Coney Island’s historic boardwalk. This FREE*, family-friendly event is open to amateurs and semi-professional sand sculpting artists of all ages competing for cash prizes and bragging rights.
Over the years, the Coney Island Sand Sculpting Contest has attracted thousands of attendees from around the world and local and national media attention.

Coney Island Boardwalk
ON THE BEACH AND BOARDWALK FROM WEST 10TH TO WEST 12TH STREETS
Near Wonderwheel Park
Brooklyn, NY 11224

Saturday, August 15th, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
This event is free and open to the public

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