Sandcastle Competition Set For Aug 31st
The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition returns to Horseshoe Bay on Sunday, August 31, with local and visiting builders competing for prizes and free workshops available for all participants.
A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition returns on Sunday 31st August 2025!
“This is the big family event you have been waiting all summer for on Horseshoe Bay beach. The organizers of the competition are excited to hold this event as a perfect end to summer with some extra surprises.
“This year we are excited to welcome three overseas, semi professional, sandcastle builders to our island.
“Welcoming back Pete Faverio, for his fourth year joining us from Delaware. He started his sandcastle journey 9 years ago and hasn’t looked back since. He says building sandcastles is his happy place and we are so happy he is back to share that joy with us. You can follow Pete’s sandcastles on FB or Instagram @petethesandman.
“Our second visiting artist returning to our competition, welcome Tony Cusicanqui from Long Island New York. Tony has been making Sandcastles on Tobay Beach since 2020 and is super excited to soon be building on our pink sand beaches again, last year he was an unstoppable force building every day he could around the island. You can find his sandcastles on Instagram @longislandsandman.
“Our third visitor and first time participant is Darrell O’Connor coming to us from Dewey Beach in Delaware. He’s known for his amazing castles and is looking to give Pete the sandman a run for his money. But even more exciting is the fact that he is back to celebrate his wedding anniversary with his wife in the place they honeymooned 40 years ago. Bermuda really is a special place for them.
“Visiting artists are able to participate thanks to our sponsorship with the Hamilton Princess who have generously provided rooms for their stay. And prizes provided by the Horsehoe Bay Live concession.
“While having overseas artists is exciting, the competition is also all about our awesome local talent. We have several repeat teams already signed up and are looking forward to welcoming more new entrants to the creative world of sandcastle art.
“Sign up and entry is free, so gather your friends and family and sign up today at www.sandcastle.bm for the chance to win some amazing prizes.
“Top prize, open to all entries, is “Best on the Beach” $1,000, sponsored by Alexandra Mosher Studio Jewellery.
“Contestants in the adult and teenager categories will be competing for cash prizes of:
- 1st – $400
- 2nd -$ 300
- 3rd – $200
“Family category is being sponsored by two local restaurants. Big thank you to the IRG group and To Coconut Rock for their generous donations.
“Children’s category is sponsored by Gorhams who will be offering gift cards in the above mentioned amounts to each winning team.
“Tourist prizes, Generously sponsored by the Hamilton Princess Hotel and Beach club, are as follows:
- 1st Prize – Two night stay in a Signature Room at Hamilton Princess & Beach Club
- 2nd Prize – 90 minute Massage of your choice at Exhale Spa
- 3rd Prize – Champagne Brunch for two at Crown & Anchor
“If you want to sign up but aren’t sure how to build the sandcastle of your dreams, don’t worry The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition is offering free workshops:
“These free workshops will take place at Horseshoe Bay Beach on the following evenings:
- Saturday, August 23th – 5:30pm – 7:30pm
- Thursday, August 28th– 5:30pm – 7:30pm
- Friday , August 29th – 5:30pm – 7:30pm
“In these tutorials, participants will learn how to create masterpieces in sand, from past champions. The workshops are offered not only for entrants needing a refresher course but also for anyone looking to try something new. No experience or artistic ability required.
“Anyone wanting to attend the workshops should send an email to hello@sandcastle.bm to reserve a spot. We will have buckets and tools set aside for each registered group. Additional tools can be found at our sponsor Gorhams. Check out their website at www.gorhams-ltd.com. For those unable to make the workshops you can check out our free tutorial video on, click this link to see how it’s done.”
“Competitors must check in between 9:30am and noon on the day of the competition and building will commence at 10am. Each team will be assigned a building plot of 8ft by 8ft and will be supplied with a mound of sand to work with to give them a head start. All entrants will receive free beverages on the day thanks to a long standing partnership with John Barritt & Son. All sandcastle building tools must be downed by 4pm, at which time the judges will arrive on the beach to commence judging.
“The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition is a non profit event and relies wholly on the generous sponsorship of the following companies: The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, Horsehoe Bay Live, Alexandra Mosher Studio Jewelry, Gorhams Ltd., Coconut Rock, the IRG group and beverages for all participants provided by John Barritt & Son.”
Tim Morrison, General Manager of the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, said, “We’re thrilled to once again support the Bermuda Sandcastle Competition — where design meets creativity on one of Bermuda’s most iconic beaches, Horseshoe Bay. Over the Labour Day weekend, both the local community and island visitors will sculpt unique creations using Bermuda’s signature pink sand. We can’t wait to see what this year’s competition has in store!”
Alexandra Mosher, Owner of Alexandra Mosher Studio Jewelry, said, “Could there be a more beautiful place to create community art than Bermuda’s beloved Horseshoe Beach? It’s wonderful to experience locals and visitors coming together to design sculptural masterpieces in pink sand, while soaking up the sun at the water’s edge. We’re thrilled to be sponsors of this incredible event and look forward to witnessing each design emerge on August 31st.”
The spokesperson said, “John Barritt & Son Ltd is happy to provide free refreshments for all participants and hopes that everyone enjoys the event!”
Hannah Emmerson, Organizer of the Bermuda Sandcastle Competition, said, “We are so very grateful to our generous sponsors, without whom this event would not be possible let alone expanding to include overseas artists! We hope that the public will join us on the beach for a fun event that the whole family can enjoy.”
The spokesperson said, “For more information, updates and inspiration please got to our Facebook page @TheBermudaSandcastleCompetition or instagram @bermudasandcastle or our web page at www.sandcastle.bm. Any questions about the event can be sent to hello@sandcastle.bm.”
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