The Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest began in 1964 when a tsunami washed out the Elk Creek Bridge, and residents were relatively isolated until a new bridge could be built. That spring, local families gathered for a Sandcastle Contest to entertain their children and attract visitors. That Sandcastle Contest became one of the largest sandcastle contests on the west coast.
In 2014, the Oregon Parks & Recreation Department recognized the Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest as an Oregon Heritage Tradition, making it one of just 26 events statewide to achieve such a designation. An Oregon Heritage Tradition is an event with broad public appeal, with at least 50 years of continuous operation, contributing to the state's identity.
The Singing Sands 5K Fun Run is just one part of a weekend full of creativity and wonder! Lace up your shoes and join us for a walk/run on the most incredible beach on Earth!
Sun. June 22 |
8 AM, registration for Fun Run on the beach at the Tolovana Wayside beach entrance
9 AM Singing Sands 5K Fun Run/Walk begins
*To guarantee you will have your contest shirt for the event, please register for the Singing Sands 5k by May 16th. Registration after May 16th, shirts will be mailed to the contestants after the contest. Please be sure to fill out your address at registration if this is the case.*
*Schedule subject to change. For up to date information, check cannonbeach.org!*
