Known to locals as Beachfest, this 5 ½ week long family-oriented festival runs from mid July to the third week in August and includes: the Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibition, weekend concerts, daily buskers, an artisan market and a special weekend evening light up of the sculptures.

Parksville Beach Festival Society is operating and managing the outdoor theatre on behalf of the City of Parksville.
Our goal is to offer the facility to the community at reasonable rental rates while also raising sufficient funds to cover the operational costs of the facility.
Exhibition: TBD
Theme: TBD
Exhibition Hours: TBD
193 Island Highway East
Parksville, BC
V9P 2H2

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