Events & Festivals
West Coast Sandcastle Contest 2026
September 5, 2026 | 9:00am-5:00pm
Come to the beach with your tools, creativity, and competitive spirit!
The fourth annual sand sculpting competition (with prizes!!!) takes place throughout Cox Bay Beach.
Tuff City Radio is running this fundraiser for the District of Tofino Kids Access Fund, lowering financial barriers for families to participate in local recreation programs.
Registration starts at 9am on the beach in front of Long Beach Lodge Resort, and will be open throughout the day.
Entry cost $25 per team.
Bring your own shovels or borrow them from your resort (we have some on site for you).
Schedule:
Building: 9am-3pm
Judging: 3pm-4pm
Live music 3-5 pm