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Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival

Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival at Wildwood Boardwalk – NJRadar
πŸ“… Fri, Jul 11, 20251:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🏒 Wildwood Boardwalk
πŸ“ Boardwalk near Oak and Poplar Avenues, Wildwood, NJ 08260
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πŸ—“οΈ Date: July 11, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM πŸ“ Location: Wildwood Crest, along the Wildwood Boardwalk near Heather Road 🎟️ Admission: Free to participate and attend Buckets. Shovels. Sea breeze. Sandcastles that make you do a double take. The Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival returns to the Wildwood Boardwalk on Thursday, July 11, from 9AM to 2PM β€” bringing together amateur artists, beach lovers, and pro sand sculptors for one of the most joyful, jaw-dropping events on the Jersey Shore. What to Expect at the Sand Sculpting Festival: Whether you're building castles or snapping photos, this family-friendly Wildwood event is a celebration of summer, shoreline creativity, and coastal magic: πŸ–οΈ Sand sculpting competition (all ages & skill levels) 🎨 Live demos from professional sculptors 🎢 Beach music, games, and giveaways πŸ‘£ Spectator-friendly viewing along the boardwalk 🌞 Free admission + prime beach energy πŸ… Awards for best creations (with some wild entries every year) Bring your crew, your sunscreen, and your weirdest sand ideas β€” this isn’t just a beach day, it’s a shoreline spectacle. Why It’s On Our Radar The Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival is joy in its purest form β€” a few hours of sun, salt, and sculpture on one of the most iconic boardwalks in New Jersey. It’s weirdly impressive. Quietly competitive. And unmistakably summer.