THE sand sculpture exhibition is set to return to the Frankston waterfront this April. In 2018, the sand sculpture event moved from Frankston to the Mornington Peninsula. Sandstorm Events has confirmed that the 2025 edition of the Australian Sand Sculpting Championships will come back to Frankston.
The 2025 event is themed “The Villians of the Storyline”. From 5 to 27 April, artists will work on lifesize sand sculptures inspired by famous villains – Sandstorm Events director Sharon Redmond “we look forward to showcasing the talents of the best sand sculptors in Australia and sharing our love of this art-form with our sand fans.”
The event will be hosted at McComb Reserve. Frankston mayor Kris Bolam said “it’s great to see the sand sculpting return to its home on Frankston’s waterfront after a six-year hiatus.” “The sand sculptures are an iconic feature of Frankton’s foreshore – attracting locals and visitors from interstate and overseas,” he said. “This exciting event showcases the incredible talent of Australian sand sculptors as well as the creativity and imagination held within our local community.”
The competition will be followed by a three week exhibition. For more information or for tickets visit www.sandstormevents.com
First published in the Frankston Times – 28 January 2025