Cannon Beach promises a wonderful getaway any time of year. But for those who cherish the art of sandcastle-making the weekend of the annual Sandcastle Contest June 11-12, 2015 is truly magical.
That weekend will celebrate the 52nd anniversary of its annual Sandcastle Contest with the actual building happening on Saturday, June 11, 2016. The event is one of the oldest sandcastle contest in the United States and the most popular annual event in Cannon Beach. Dozens of teams participate in the contest with divisions for Masters, who compete for cash prizes; plus large group, small group and children’s divisions with winners receiving medals and ribbons.
Schedule of Events
Friday, June 10th
10am-5pm Pakets n’ Pail Pickup – Cannon Beach Chamber & Visitors Center
5:30pm Sandcastle Parade – participants line up at 2nd & Spruce @ 5:00pm
7:30pm 3 Leg Torso concert – Coaster Theatre Playhouse
Saturday, June 11th
8-10am American Legion Pancake Feed
Contest
8:30am Sandcastle Contest Begins*
1:30pm Final Judging and Awards Presentation to follow*
3pm Cars need to be off the beach
7-10pm Live Music on the beach by Thistle and Rose
8pm Bonfire on the beach
Sunday, June 12th
9am Singing Sands 5k fun run/walk – On the beach at 2nd Street
