2026
SANDCASTLE DAYs
SEPTEMBER 17-20 | SHARK BEACH AMARILLO, TEXAS
For four unforgettable days, Shark Beach transforms into one of Amarillo’s most unique community experiences. Explore incredible sand sculptures created by world-class artists, discover hands-on creativity, and experience the beach in the heart of the Texas Panhandle.
More Than Sand Sculptures
Every September, something unexpected happens in Amarillo.
Shark Beach transforms into a destination where towering sand sculptures, world-class artists, local businesses, and thousands of visitors come together to create an experience unlike anything else in the Texas Panhandle.
Sandcastle Days isn’t just about incredible works of art. It’s about inspiring creativity, encouraging people to get outside, watching children discover what they can build with their own hands, and creating memories that last long after the sand is gone.
Whether you’re joining us as a sponsor, vendor, volunteer, or guest, thank you for helping make Sandcastle Days possible.
1 Million+
Social Media Views
10,000+
Weekend Visitors
1,500+
Fourth Grade Area Students & Homeschool Groups
30+
Local Vendors & Food Trucks
50+
Watch as the artists craft their masterpieces in real time, or take sand castle lessons from a Master.
Sponsors & Community Partners
8
Master Sand Sculptors
4
Marine Life Touch Tanks
Featured by local television and media across the Texas Panhandle.
Why Sandcastle Days?
Imagine spending the day at the beach without leaving Amarillo.
Walk through breathtaking sand sculptures crafted by master artists from around the world. Watch creativity come to life as sculptors transform ordinary sand into extraordinary works of art.
Bring the family, build your own sandcastle, explore local vendors, and experience a tradition that continues to grow every year.
Because sometimes the most unforgettable adventures are closer to home than you think.
Get involved
SPONSORS
VENDORS
VOLUNTEER
Every sponsor, vendor, and community partner plays a role in making Sandcastle Days possible.
Your support helps provide educational experiences for local students, creates opportunities for local businesses, brings world-class artists to Amarillo, and gives thousands of families a chance to experience something truly unique together.
When you support Sandcastle Days, you’re investing in creativity, community, and memories that last long after the event ends.
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