Sanding Ovations Master's Cup

05/06/2026

Only a few days left to vote in the Best of St. Pete-Clearwater awards for Treasure Island Beach and Sanding Ovations. These awards benefit our community and events in many positive ways, including economic benefits and growth.

When voting:
✅ Best Beach category is under “Start voting for Stay and Play!” - Slide 1
✅ Best Festival category is under “Start voting for Best Things to Do!” - Slide 7

Link to vote: https://www.visitstpeteclearwater.com/vote-best-of-st-pete-clearwater

05/05/2026

From classic rock to country, jazz to pop, Sanding Ovations Presents “Music is the Key,” presented by Visit St. Pete-Clearwater, will pay tribute to the songs and sounds that have shaped generations, brought to life through captivating sand sculptures. Each masterpiece will strike a different chord, telling the story of music through the years.

This year’s festival runs November 19–22, with an encore weekend November 28–29, and promises to be a chart-topping highlight on the soundtrack of 2026.

And the hits keep coming.

The Sanding Ovations encore weekend will not only continue the “Music is the Key” theme but will also feature a special All-American celebration. Guests can enjoy football on big screens, interactive games, and more, honoring America’s 250th anniversary while bringing the energy of a jam-packed weekend to the beach.

Friday, November 27, kicks off the energy for the Sanding Ovations Encore Weekend! The Bilmar Beach Resort and Sloppy Joe’s are turning it up with a live band during the day, then switching gears to a game-watching party by the pool Friday night. Vendors will be set up and ready to browse in the Sanding Ovations area, and, of course, the sand sculptures will be standing tall and stealing the show.

Sanding Ovations is Treasure Island’s signature event and a driving force behind its reputation as one of the nation’s most beloved beach destinations. The festival features jaw-dropping sand sculptures, six days of live music, delicious food, local vendors, a vibrant kite festival, and one of the year’s most spectacular fireworks displays. It’s where laid-back beach vibes meet world-class artistry, drawing visitors and master sculptors from around the globe.

For updates, sponsorship opportunities, and more, visit SandingOvationsMastersCup.com. Be sure to follow the City of Treasure Island and Sanding Ovations on social media for the latest news.

AND, while we have your attention, please take a moment and vote in the Best of St. PEte-Clearwater Awards. VOte Sanding Ovations as Best Festival and Treasure Island Beach as Best BEach: https://www.visitstpeteclearwater.com/vote-best-of-st-pete-clearwater

05/01/2026

Voting is still open, and we would really appreciate your vote in the Best of St. Pete-Clearwater Awards!!

👉 https://www.visitstpeteclearwater.com/vote-best-of-st-pete-clearwater

04/10/2026

🏆 We Need Your Vote, Treasure Island! 🏖️

We’re honored to share that Treasure Island Beach and Sanding Ovations Master’s Cup have both been nominated for the VSPC “Besties” Awards!

🌴 Vote Treasure Island Beach for Best Beach
🎨 Vote Sanding Ovations for Best Festival

From our world-famous white sand beaches to the outSANDing sculptures that transform our shoreline, this community is something special — and now it’s time to show it some love!

🗳️ Voting is OPEN NOW through 11:59 PM on Sunday, May 10
📲 You can vote once per day, per device — so come back and vote again!

👉 Cast your vote here: https://bit.ly/4tGKGK4

Every vote helps showcase why Treasure Island is one of the Gulf Coast’s top destinations for unforgettable experiences. Let’s bring home BOTH titles!

04/06/2026

IT’S BAAAACCKKK! VSPC’s Best of St Pete-Clearwater awards, and voting is now open. Treasure Island Beach and Sanding Ovations Master's Cup are both nominated. Vote for us daily! Let’s show Tampa Bay why we’re the best!

03/31/2026

Don’t miss your chance to experience the 2026 Sanding Ovations Master Cup—where world-class sand sculptors, stunning Gulf sunsets, and a more relaxed, immersive beach atmosphere come together for an unforgettable event. While others are talking about sand, we’re inviting you to plan ahead and be part of it.

Secure your stay now for November 2026 and make it a full beach getaway:
https://bit.ly/4dUiMFA

The best weekends fill up fast—Treasure Island is waiting.

02/17/2026

Mark your calendars for Sanding Ovations Master's Cup in The City of Treasure Island, Florida, November 19-22, 2026, with an encore weekend, November 28-29!

Imagine master sculptors from every corner of the globe coming together to turn mountains of sand into breathtaking, life-sized creations, all made from just sand and their wildest imaginations!

Florida is known for its sand sculpting events, but Sanding Ovations really shines as one of the best and most exciting on the Gulf Coast. With live music, beachy fun, vendors, and that amazing Treasure Island vibe, it’s no wonder it’s considered the Sand Sculpture Capital!

It's NEVER too early to start planning your trip. Grab your crew, book those beachfront stays, and get ready for an unforgettable weekend of "outSANDing" art!

Visit SandingOvationsMastersCup.com for more information.

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01/23/2026

We know how to put on a great show and event, and we can't wait to do it again later this year with an even better event!

Start planning now. This year's Sanding Ovations will run November 19-22, with an encore weekend on November 28-29.

01/13/2026

Get ready to dig in—Sanding Ovations is coming back even better! Sure, “The Gallery of Sand,” presented by Visit St. Pete-Clearwater, was amazing, but the best part? The countdown to this year’s masterpiece has already begun!

Mark your calendars: November 19–22, 2026, Treasure Island Beach will transform into a jaw-dropping, sandtastic playground of creativity. And if you can’t get enough, we’ve got an encore weekend November 28–29!

One of Tampa Bay’s biggest and most beloved events is ready to wow you again—don’t miss it! Learn more at SandingOvationsMastersCup.com.

12/04/2025

Missed Sanding Ovations 2025?

That's ok, we understand. But guess what? You still have a chance to see this year's sculptures. Weather permitting, the sculptures stay in place until January 1st. Don't miss this chance to see them before they're gone and while you're here, explore our stunning beaches, local flavors, and can’t–miss experiences that make St.Pete–Clearwater the ultimate getaway. Plan your trip and find the perfect place to stay on VisitSPC.com - https://stay.visitstpeteclearwater.com/affiliate?Code=sanding-ovations.

And if you still can't make it, then get your jump on the 2026 Sanding Ovations Master Cup taking place November 19th - 22nd or the Encore Weekend November 28th & 29th. Accommodations fill up quickly, so book early!