Thanks to the support of the City of Imperial Beach and the Unified Port of San Diego, the Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival, San Diego’s largest sand sculpting festival, was a smashing success! Thanks to all that came out for a good time and to see the castles.
See you in 2027!
2026 Winners
First Place: “Peek Inside” by Team Shoreline Shapers.
Second Place “iLiik’ik Talokan” by Team Sculpintures
Scultors’ Choice Award “Save our Sandcastles” IB Posse
Mark your calendars! The beloved Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival will return next summer, bringing a full day of family-friendly fun, live entertainment, and one of Southern California’s premier sand sculpting events.
Date to be announced but be prepared to head to Portwood Pier Plaza to watch world-class Master Sand Sculptors compete in an incredible display of creativity, skill, and artistry. Throughout the day, visitors will also enjoy a vibrant street fair, live music and entertainment, local vendors, Kids Sandcastle Competition, and activities for all ages.
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Imperial Beach’s coastline, the Sun & Sea Festival celebrates our community, our beaches, and the unique spirit that makes Imperial Beach such a special place to visit. Whether you’re a longtime attendee or experiencing the festival for the first time, it’s an event you won’t want to miss.
Invite your friends and family, and make your plans now, because the Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival is a summer tradition you won’t want to miss!
Thanks to our 2026 Sponsors
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