Our Events

Parksville Beach Festival…so much more than sandcastles!

Known to locals as Beach Fest, this 5 ½ week long family-oriented festival runs from July 11 to August 17. Not only does it include the Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibition; the public can also learn to sculpt like a professional; enjoy weekend concerts, daily buskers on the boardwalk; a weekend Artisan Market and two evenings where the sculptures are illuminated for late night viewing.

An Evening with Blue Rodeo
July 9 - 12, 2026
Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Van-Roc Interiors “Opening Weekend” Concert Featuring April Wine
July 11 & 12, 2026, 10:00am to 5:00pm
Parksville Canadian Tire Sculpting Zone: Lessons & Demonstrations
July 13- August 16, 2026, 9:30am-8:30pm
Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Exhibition
July 16 - August 14, 2026
Canadian Tire Buskers
July 21 to August 13, 2026
Quality Foods Lunch with the Castles
July & August, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Tim Hortons Summer Concert Series
Art In the Park Artisan Market
Sponsorship

Put your business in the spotlight and reach over 100,000 potential customers.  There are many ways to participate!  If you don’t find the right fit for your business and budget, we would be happy to customize a benefit package to suit your needs.  Contact us at [email protected].

Sculptors

Master sculptors from all around the world apply to participate in Parksville’s annual competition each year.

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