Welcome to the South Padre Island’s Annual Sandcastle Days!

The City of South Padre Island, Clayton’s, and Sandcastle Days founders Walter McDonald and Lucinda Wierenga are proud to welcome you to our annual Sandcastle Days!

Master Sand sculptors Walter McDonald (aka Amazin Walter) and Lucinda Wierenga (aka Sandy Feet), both South Padre Island residents, started Sandcastle Days over 30 years ago as a way to demonstrate the magical sculpting qualities of South Padre Island sand AND the critical importance of protecting our beautiful coastal shores. Over the years this family-fun event has grown from a local celebration to qualifying event for the World Championships of Sand Sculpting where 30,000+ fans come to watch the sand come alive. Check back here and on the event schedule page for more details!