Weekend approaches for Jelgava, set for a coastal adventure
Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival and the 25th Annual Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Classic
Prepare for a spectacle of sand and artistry as two of the most highly anticipated sand sculpture festivals of 2025 are set to captivate audiences. The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival and the 25th Annual Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Classic are set to showcase the talents of international artists, each event offering a unique experience.
The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival, taking place on July 25, 2025, at Revere Beach Blvd, Revere, MA, will centre around the theme "America 250" to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution[1][3]. A highlight sculpture will be a large centerpiece depicting Paul Revere’s midnight ride, tying into the historical significance of Revere Beach as America’s first public beach[3][1].
Artists at the festival include returning competitors like Bejko, who will present his sculpture titled "The Power of Beauty," designed to create a 2D visual effect for viewers[3]. Sculptors have two intense days (Friday and Saturday) with a limited time from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day to construct their works[3].
Beyond the sculptures, the festival offers a vibrant community atmosphere with over 75 food vendors, food trucks, exhibitors, interactive activities, amusement rides, and fireworks, making it a comprehensive family-friendly celebration of artistry and culture by the coast[1][4]. Attendees can also participate in a people’s choice vote on the sculptures on Saturday, with winners announced Sunday evening along with prize money awards[3].
Meanwhile, the 25th Annual Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Classic, held June 12-14, 2025, in Hampton Beach, NH, features top invited international sculptors working with 200 tons of imported sand, illuminating the competition site for night viewing through June 23[2].
The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival will feature 16 incredible sand sculptures, including the majestic 'Pegasus' Mother', created by Latvian sculptors Agnese Rudzīte-Kirillova and Sanita Rāviņa. Standing at a height of five metres, this sculpture depicts 'Pegasus' Mother' surrounded by snakes, with a width of 11 metres and made from 250 tonnes of sand[1]. Agnese Rudzīte-Kirillova explained that the sculpture represents the tragic story of Medusa and her choice to remain a loving mother[1].
Other notable sculptors at the festival include Oleksei Poda, a sculptor from Ukraine, who is creating a werewolf sculpture, and Latvian sculptor Kristaps Andersons, who is creating a gnome-like troll sculpture inspired by an old saying about not taking more than necessary from nature[1]. Oleksei Poda's werewolf sculpture represents people who have two souls, living among us, and none of us know who among us is a werewolf[1].
The festival will welcome sculptors from 11 countries, making it a truly international event[1]. As the countdown begins, art enthusiasts and sand sculpture fans alike are eagerly awaiting these two remarkable events.
| Aspect | Revere Beach Festival 2025 | Hampton Beach Classic 2025 | |-------------------------|------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------| | Dates | July 25, 2025 | June 12-14, 2025 | | Location | Revere Beach Blvd, Revere, MA | Hampton Beach, NH | | Theme | America 250 (250th Anniversary of American Revolution) | No specific theme highlighted | | Number of Sculptures | 16 | Multiple, invitation-only competition | | Notable Features | Paul Revere’s midnight ride centerpiece sculpture; people’s choice awards | 200 tons imported sand; night viewing | | Additional Activities | Food vendors (75+), amusement rides, fireworks | Competition site illumination, viewing online |
This overview captures the key details about featured sculptures, artists, and themes for these prominent sand sculpture festivals in 2025[1][2][3][4].
[1] Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival 2025. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.sandfest.org/
[2] Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Classic. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.hamptonbeachsandsculpting.com/
[3] Sand Sculpting Festival. (2021, September 21). Retrieved from https://www.bostonmagazine.com/arts-entertainment/2021/09/21/sand-sculpting-festival-2022/
[4] Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival. (2021, June 17). Retrieved from https://www.bostonmagazine.com/arts-entertainment/2021/06/17/revere-beach-international-sand-sculpting-festival-2021/
These sand sculpture festivals will showcase their unique offerings in the media, with exceptional international artists participating. At the Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival, attendees can vote for their favorite sculptures in a peoples' choice vote, while the 25th Annual Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Classic features sculptures illuminated for night viewing and powered by 200 tons of imported sand. The events offer a blend of lifestyle, home-and-garden, and sustainable living by the coast, creating memorable experiences for visitors.
