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: July 13 - August 16, 2026
Theme: TBD
Beachfest Rocks: August 7 - 9, 2026 (times TBD)
Exhibition Hours: 9:30 am to 8:30 pm
193 Island Highway East
Parksville, BC
V9P 2G3
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].
Master sculptors from all around the world apply to participate in Parksville’s annual competition each year.