Build Your Best Sand Snowman at the Annual Hermosa Beach Sand Snowman Contest!

The holiday season might be short on snow here in the South Bay, but that doesn't mean we have to miss out on the fun of building snowmen! It's time once again for the Hermosa Beach Sand Snowman Contest, an annual tradition where Californians get creative with sand, water, and a whole lot of holiday spirit.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
• Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Location: 15th Street & Shoreline, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
• Registration: Starts at 8:45 a.m. (early arrival is recommended to claim your spot!)

How It Works Bring the whole family, grab your shovels and sand pails, and get ready to compete in building the best sand snowman on the beach! At 9 am, the sand sculpting kicks off, and teams have until 11:15 a.m. to complete their masterpieces before judging begins.

Expect plenty of fun, teamwork, and a festive flurry of creativity as families dash between the shoreline and their build sites with buckets of wet sand. Be ready for a beach full of families working on their sculptures, from traditional snowman forms to totally unique and whimsical creations.

Award Categories This year, prizes will be awarded in the following categories:

• Hermosa Beach Favorite
• Most Unique
• Most Traditional
• Best Dressed
• Funniest

What to Bring The contest is free and open to all ages, so gather your holiday spirit, along with any tools or decorations you’d like to use to make your sand snowman stand out!

Whether you're a master sand sculptor or just looking for a fun family activity, the Hermosa Beach Sand Snowman Contest is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season on the beach. Come ready to make memories, showcase your creativity, and enjoy the unique twist on a winter classic that only Hermosa Beach can offer.